PE Skills in Y4
Year 4 had an amazing morning at Parkgate Astro, taking part in an exciting PE session. The students demonstrated excellent behaviour and positive attitudes throughout, truly showing the Ashwood Way in action. It was a fantastic opportunity for them to develop teamwork, coordination, and sportsmanship while enjoying a fun and active session. Well done, Year […]
Shine Bright Assembly
This World Mental Health Day, our Special Mention Assembly focused on the theme ‘Shine Bright’, celebrating the children who bring positivity and enthusiasm to both their learning and their everyday interactions. We took the time to recognise those pupils who consistently demonstrate kindness and a willingness to help others – qualities that truly make them […]
Maths in FS2
Subitising is an important mathematical skill that we often take for granted. It is the ability to recognise a number of objects instantly without counting – for example, when you roll a dice and immediately know how many dots there are. In FS2, the children have been practising this skill a lot! They started with […]
Harvest Festival!
This week, our Year 4, 5, and 6 children enjoyed a wonderful visit to the local church for a special Harvest Festival. They sang beautifully during the hymns, explored the different areas of the church, and learned how each is used during services. From the pulpit to the font, the pupils showed great curiosity and […]
Maths in FS2
FS2 have been working really hard over the last few weeks, focusing on the composition of numbers 1-3. They’ve impressed everyone by not only mastering these but also challenging themselves to explore number compositions all the way up to 5! The children have been learning to use number sentences to explain their thinking, proudly saying […]
Celebrating Maths at Ashwood!
This week in our Special Mention Assembly, we shone a spotlight on Maths across school! We are so proud of our amazing children who have shown incredible perseverance, tackled mental and written calculation methods, and demonstrated real determination in their learning. Their achievements truly reflect The Ashwood Way and the WPT values – working hard, […]
Eco Warriors at Ashwood
At Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary, we are proud to have our very own team of Eco Warriors, who are making a real difference for our planet. Their work ties closely to the WPT sustainability objectives, which focus on reducing energy use, protecting the environment, and encouraging everyone to make greener choices. One exciting programme we take […]
Celebrating a Love for Reading!
Today, during our Special Mention Assembly, we celebrated the joy of phonics and reading! It was a fantastic opportunity to recognise the hard work, enthusiasm, and brilliant progress our pupils are making as they grow into confident, fluent readers. A huge well done to all of our amazing reading superstars – your dedication and love […]
Y6 Crucial Crew Trip
Yesterday, the children in Year 6 attended Crucial Crew, a multi-agency safety education programme designed to equip them with essential life skills in a safe and interactive environment. Run by local councils alongside the police, fire services, and other community organisations, Crucial Crew offers a wide range of simulated scenarios that allow children to experience […]
Comic Book Artist Visits Y4
Year 4 had an incredible experience this week when they were visited by Kev F, a renowned comic book artist who has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, including DC, Marvel, and The Beano. Kev led an exciting workshop where the children had the opportunity to create their own comic book […]
