Southend Week proved to be a tremendous success, with the children showing resilience, positivity and a wonderful sense of adventure throughout—especially in the heat. Each day offered something new, and the pupils embraced every experience with enthusiasm. Our journey to the end of the pier on the first day was a highlight, with the promise of an ice cream spurring everyone on. Reaching the end felt like a real achievement, and the children rewarded themselves with a well‑ea

On Monday morning 116 extremely excited children (our record number to date) were waved off from school on their three coaches as they left for their week’s residential to Ilam Hall Youth Hostel in the Derbyshire Peak District. Despite busy traffic on the motorways and a slightly longer than usual journey,the children all arrived in high spirits. After the long coach journey, the children needed to burn off their energy – and there could be no better way than to climb eith

Thirty-four children proudly represented our school at the Essex County Finals Swimming Gala after qualifying by winning the Southend Borough Gala. Every swimmer demonstrated outstanding commitment, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the competition, giving 100% effort in every race. All of their hard work and dedication during training definitely paid off. We were crowned Essex County Champions in the Year 5/6 competition and achieved an impressive second place in t