The Rivers C. of E. Academy Trust
Just a reminder that Thursday 5th March is World Book Day. Children can come into school dressed up as a book character.
Year 4 have been having a fantastic time in Design and Technology as they explored the art of making their very own omelettes. The room was filled with excitement, focus, and plenty of proud smiles as pupils chopped, whisked, and cooked with growing confidence. The children's teamwork and enthusiasm was very impressive. They worked carefully through each step of the recipe to create a delicious feast. From practising safe food preparation to experimenting with different flavour combinations, the children embraced every part of the challenge. Well done, all your culinary skills are definitely on the rise!
Year 6 Parents: Every family that applied for a secondary school place has now received an offer. Be sure to respond to the offer by the deadline. Visit your local authority school admissions website for further information.
Our Year 6 pupils are looking forward to the Box Car Rally 2026
The Rivers Box Car Rally is back for 2026!
Starlings have been diving into a range of fun, creative activities to support their writing. From drama roleplay to story mapping, the children have been exploring Grandad's Island in exciting new ways.
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We are gearing up for the Rivers Box Car Rally 2026 a trustwide event that brings STEM, creativity, teamwork, and community to life. We're also proud to share that our Box Car Rally has been nominated and selected as a finalist in the Worcester News Worcestershire Education Awards for STEM Project of the Year a fantastic recognition of the creativity and engineering skills our pupils demonstrate. A huge thank you to our collaborators: Hayfisher Productions Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb Worcester Bosch Burlish Park Primary School Cherry Orchard Primary School and Little Cherries Pre-school Cranham Primary School and Cranberries Nursery Cutnall Green C of E Primary School and Preschool Dudley Wood Primary School Great Witley CE Primary School Heronswood Primary School and Pre-School Jubilee Park Academy North Worcester Primary Academy Northwick Manor Primary School St Clement's C of E Primary School St Peter's Droitwich C of E Academy Summerhill Primary Academy Wychbold First and Nursery School Unity Academy
Year 3 each produced a fantastic final piece to round up exploring how artists use colour. We have explored complementary and contrasting colours and layering techniques. We used the style of art by the visually impaired artist John Bramblitt as a guide. Well done xx
When Reception returned from half term there was a mess in the classrooms! They investigated and came up with ideas for who had made the mess. Was it a sheep, a horse or a cow? A great start to our 'Roots, Shoots and Muddy Boots' topic! #learningisfun
Year 4 had a very yummy start to their new science topic this week! We are learning about states of matter and explored how heat can hurt a solid into a liquid. Of course, we had to use chocolate to demonstrate this!
Today our Reception children visited Forge Mill Farm to end our Down on the Farm topic! The children had a fantastic time feeding and interacting with the animals, learning all about how they are cared for. They were all incredibly brave when feeding the animals and embraced each activity with confidence and excitement. They also went on a worm hunt to see how many they could find, carefully handling them and learning why they are important for the soil . The children even had a go at making their own butter from scratch. They worked hard, showed great teamwork and made some delicious butter! They made us very proud and showed our STARS values throughout the day. A big thank you to the staff at Forge Mill Farm for such a wonderful experience!
Due to staff shortages, it is with sadness that we will have to cancel our Monday Baby and Toddler Stay and Plays for the rest of this term. We hope to be up and running again in the Summer
Our pupils had a wonderful time. Thank you to the leaders from The Stourport High School & VIth Form College and to Wyre Forest School Sport Partnership
WANTED: Y1 & Y2 are in need of cardboard boxes and junk modelling resources for our DT in the next few weeks. If you have any at home, please bring in from Monday to the Y1 and Y2 classrooms... thanks so much! KS1 team
Year 6 absolutely nailed it! 6H and 6T joined forces like Capulet's and Montague's and said "Two households, both alike in dignity". They took on a full Romeo & Juliet workshop this morning and somehow pulled off performing the entire play in ONE DAY... and then performed it to Years 3, 4 and 5 like absolute pros. We're still not sure how they did it talent? Determination? A tiny bit of chaos? Either way... they smashed it!! So proud of you, Year 6!
Joel and Baazueer have taken Billy and Beryl Bear home today. Joel was able to name our 2D shapes and talk about their properties and Baazueer is showing more confidence when playing alongside his friends.
Our younger nursery children have enjoyed being back, they have been exploring shapes and have enjoyed making marks and finding shapes in the foam.
Nursery have had a fantastic first week back, we have enjoyed our learning outdoors in the spring weather and as mathematicians we have been exploring and naming 2D shapes and talking about their properties such as how many sides our shapes have and can all shapes roll.
Year 1 Florence Nightingale Workshop Year 1 had a wonderful time during their Florence Nightingale workshop today! The children were fully engaged, asked brilliant questions, and enjoyed learning all about her life and the important work she did. They behaved beautifully throughout the session and were a real credit to the school. Well done, Year 1, we're so proud of you!
This morning, Year 6 enjoyed an interactive workshop with Crave Arts. The children loved becoming characters and getting involved with this workshop. The children learnt all about money and how to stay safe.
This week, Reception had so much fun at the Severn Arts Space Music Festival! We used our homemade instruments, we did some lovely dancing and we are so proud of each and every one of you! What a space-tastic time we had!
Forest School with Year 2 this afternoon literally sliding right into the weekend.
This week Pre-school have started their new topic of "all aboard" looking at all types of transport. They really enjoyed Sharing the story "The Journey home from Grandpa's" And looking at all the different types of transport. The children worked together collaboratively to create the purple train, looking carefully at the shapes. After if was dry we lay on our tummies to mark make, drawing the people on board the train, building our core strength and fine motor skills
On Monday Reception class are creating a farm shop role play area outside ( pray for no rain) if you have anything we could use please send it our way. A few pictures of idea of what we might need. Thank you in advance Reception adults and children farm
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Witley wrap Team which is our after-school Provision. We are looking for a member to join the team on a Permanent basis. Great Witley CE Primary school is part of The Rivers CofE Academy family of schools. We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, individual who is looking for an exciting new opportunity and who has a passion for working with children, To deliver fun and creative after school activities to enhance our provision. https://www.greatwitley.worcs.sch.uk/vacancies/
In art this week, Y1 have been exploring primary and secondary colours! Y1 have also been creating a range of patterns using these colours! Well done, Y1
In craft this week, Robins have been exploring the work of the incredible artist Frida Kahlo. The children used paint to create their own selfportraits, taking inspiration from her vibrant colours and iconic style. They added bright, bold backgrounds and beautiful flower designs in their hair, just like Frida! The results were fantastic and full of personality
Our Young Voices choir had an incredible day performing at the bp pulse live arena alongside 5,000 other children! They represented Burlish Park brilliantly and have made some amazing memories.
Year 2 Football Festival Our fantastic Year 2 team played against four local schools, winning 3 out of 4 matches and scoring an impressive 10 goals! Their brilliant teamwork and determination earned us second place overall. We are so proud of how beautifully they represented our school well done, everyone!
Yesterday, 3C made the most of the sunny weather with an enjoyable session in Forest School linked to our science topic all about plants. We began by designing our own flowers and recapping the names of the different parts of a flowering plant. In the afternoon, we thoroughly enjoyed using viewfinders to find specific parts of the forest school area, and took part in scavenger hunts to find information and parts of the plant life cycle, which we then ordered. We observed some different types of seeds and listened to a story about how seeds are dispersed in different ways. Finally, we chose to write or perform our own stories to explain seed dispersal and the life cycle of a plant. What a fantastic afternoon. Thank you Mr Jones for organising the session for us! The Rivers CofE Academy Trust
Our Starlings have been hard at work building their knowledge and sentence writing skills, inspired by Grandad's Island. They've been exploring new vocabulary, practising connective use, and crafting wonderful sentences that bring the story to life.
Tonight's after school club with Mr Simpson was a big hit DRAWING CLUB Week 1: invent your own mythical creature. Just look at some of these pictures created tonight.
Rehearsals are finished, and we're ready to perform! Look out for our Burlish banner! We're sat just behind it! Break a leg, YV choir!
As part of their learning in DT, Willow class walked to the local play area today to look at the free standing structures. They thought about the materials they are made from and how they are secure.
Don't forget to book your child's school lunch. The cut off to order for next week is today!
The Young Voices Choir has safely arrived ready for tonight's concert! They will rehearse in the arena with the other schools before performing in front of an audience this evening.
Great Witley CE Primary School's popular Easter Holiday Club is now open for bookings.
This looks fantastic! Thank you, Worcestershire Wildlife Trust. The pupils at Unity Academy will love this addition to their outdoor learning environment.
We loved hosting the EYFS Severn Arts Music Festival at our school today! We welcomed other schools to join an Outer Space themed music morning. We sang songs, played our own shaker instruments, danced and found out how to make a sheet of newspaper make noises!
As mathematicians, Y1 have been exploring subtraction and different ways this can be shown using manipulatives! Y1 have been throughly enjoying their maths lessons and have been showing all of our STARS values!
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Witley wrap Team which is our after-school Provision. We are looking for team members to join the team on a casual basis. Great Witley CE Primary school is part of The Rivers CofE Academy family of schools. For more information or details how to apply please see our website https://www.greatwitley.worcs.sch.uk/vacancies/
Pine class have been busy at Forest School the past few sessions creating waterslides, building their own assault courses, roasting sweeet treats on the fire and planting potatoes and flower bulbs. Lots of fun activities planned formthe rest of the Spring term!
Y1 had an exciting time in the woods today! We went on a scavenger hunt to search for brown envelopes that were left behind for us We found 9 envelopes and opened them one by one. After a few envelopes revealed their clues, we predicted it was the gruffalo We then met our friendly, all be slightly smaller gruffalo and enjoyed reading the story with a hot chocolate and biscuit We then came inside to finish our afternoon and watched the opening of the gruffalo, spotting the characters from the story We are so excited to do some fantastic writing about the gruffalo this term
Year 4 have been playing harmonies to an Indian Fantasy in Music
Year 5 have been learning about the Tudor Navy and why the famous Tudor ships, the Mary Rose and the Golden Hind, were significant.
A BIG well done to NAILMAKERS who won last half term's housepoint competition. Here are our proud house captains celebrating with Gerry, our mascot. The yellow ribbon suits him! #standtallandproud
Thinking about becoming a teacher? You don't have to take the journey alone. At Rivers Teaching Alliance, support isn't an addon, it's built into every step of your Initial Teacher Training. From day one, you're surrounded by people who want you to succeed: - School mentors guiding you in the classroom - Headteachers championing your growth - Rivers Teaching Alliance staff helping you manage your workload and stay on track This video gives a glimpse behind the scenes of the supportive, encouraging environment that helps our trainees grow in confidence and become brilliant new teachers. If you are ready to step into a career that shapes futures and want a team that supports you we are here for you every step of the way. https://www.riverscofe.co.uk/train-with-us/initial-teacher-training #InitialTeacherTraining #ITT #Teach #traintoteach #extraordinarypeople #pgce #EducationCareers
Just a reminder about the return of the Scholastic Book Fair to our school from Friday 27th February 2026- Wednesday 4th March 2026. Come along to find your next favourite read!
Book Fair is Coming to School! We're excited to let you know that our Book Fair will be in school on the following dates: 18th, 19th & 20th March Main Hall (please access via the hall door) 23rd March Year 4 classroom
We can't wait to celebrate World Book Day Thursday 5th March We look forward to seeing your costumes
It's World Book Day on Thursday 5th March and we are aiming this year to be more sustainable with our costumes by running a 'costume exchange'. If your child has outgrown any of their dressing up clothes or last years costume, you can donate it to school and swap for another. There's a rail in the reception ready for your outfits. Thank you
Join us next week for our second Ask the Experts session. Feeling nervous - bring a friend! Our experts have lots of experience that they can share and might just have the answer you are looking for. Family Hubs South Worcestershire Platform Housing Group The Rivers CofE Academy Trust
We hope our children and families had a great half term. It's been lovely to see all of their smiley faces. Was that a sign of Spring in the air today?!!
2C enjoying listening to a story just before lunch. We are loving The Great Crisp Robbery by Pamela Butchart and cannot wait to find out who the hooded figure is!?!!
After a busy February Half term Witley Wrap Holiday club is back for Easter. Our Annual easter egg hunt is back as well as DWAEC with a tropical encounter show. Its a holiday club not to be missed. Booking is now open, Secure your spot before its too late.
We look forward to welcoming you all back to school tomorrow, Monday 23rd February, at 8:45am (or 8:10am if your child is registered for Breakfast Club)
Spring Term 2 is Here! We cannot wait to welcome all our wonderful children and their families back to school for Spring Term 2 - starting Monday 23rd February 2026! We hope you've all had a wonderful break and are feeling refreshed and ready for another exciting half term of learning, laughter and new adventures. We're looking forward to seeing lots of smiling faces bright and early on Monday 23rd February! See you Tomorrow! #springterm2 #returntoschool #cutnallgreen
Just a reminder Toddler and Baby Stay and Play will return on Monday 2nd March at 9am - £2 a session - see you there
Just a reminder of upcoming dates this term!
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One of our trainee teachers recently shared why they chose to complete their Initial Teacher Training with The Rivers Teaching Alliance. As a parent with a child in a Rivers school, they had already seen firsthand the care, consistency and wellestablished routines that make our schools such supportive and nurturing environments. That experience gave them the confidence to train with us knowing they would be welcomed, guided and championed every step of the way. If you're ready to start your own journey into teaching, find out more about our Initial Teacher Training programme on our website: https://www.riverscofe.co.uk/page/?title=Initial+Teacher+Training&pid=124 #InitialTeacherTraining #ITT #Teach #traintoteach #extraordinarypeople #pgce #EducationCareers
Ash Wednesday Today is Ash Wednesday a special day that marks the beginning of Lent, a time when Christians prepare for Easter by thinking about kindness, forgiveness, and growing closer. Christians may have a little cross of ash on their foreheads. This gentle symbol reminds us to reflect, say sorry for mistakes, and remember that we are loved by God no matter what. Lent lasts for 40 days and is a chance to do good things, help others, and make space in our hearts for Easter joy. Whether it's sharing, praying, or simply being kind, every small act counts Let's walk this journey together with hope and love. #Lent #AshWednesday #community
Don't forget to book your child's school lunch. The cut off to order for next week is tomorrow!
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Why the PGCE transformed my confidence as a trainee teacher. One of our trainee teachers recently shared how their confidence has grown throughout their PGCE journey with The Rivers Teaching Alliance. From handson classroom experience to the supportive mentoring they've received, their time training with us has helped them develop both personally and professionally. We believe in nurturing great teachers by offering realworld experience, highquality training and a supportive community that's with you every step of the way. If you're ready to start your teaching journey, find out more about our PGCE Initial Teacher Training programme on the Rivers Teaching Alliance website: https://www.riverscofe.co.uk/page/?title=Initial+Teacher+Training&pid=124 #InitialTeacherTraining #ITT #Teach #traintoteach #extraordinarypeople #pgce #EducationCareers
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I wasn't always so confident about teaching
Happy Shrove Tuesday! Today is Shrove Tuesday, also known as Pancake Day. It marks the day before Lent begins in the Christian calendar. Traditionally, people made pancakes to use up rich foods such as eggs and milk before Lent. More importantly, Shrove Tuesday is a time for Christians to prepare their hearts for Lent by asking for forgiveness and reflecting on how they can grow closer to God in the lead-up to Easter. We hope everyone enjoys learning about the meaning behind this special day. #shrovetuesday #pancakeday #lent
Please log into ParentPay to book your child's dinners for Spring Term 2
The Rivers CofE Academy Trust are recruiting a Hub Director and many other roles across the trust
Year 3 had a wonderful final lesson of their RE topic exploring Islam. We welcomed our parent visitors who spoke about being a Muslim. This was such a privilege and so informative. They were impressed with the children's knowledge and curiosity. As part of our sequence of learning we completed beautiful Islamic designs of a Mosque.
We are recruiting a Hub Director. Play a key role in shaping education, inclusion and improvement across a group of our schools For more information about the role please visit our website at https://www.riverscofe.co.uk/work-for-us-1/vacancies?vacancyid=182
This week year 6 have been historians, artists and app developers. We ended our week with a very cosy movie afternoon. Well done on another fantastic half term year 6!
Rivers C of E Academy Trust is seeking motivated staff who share our vision of Extraordinary Education, Extraordinary People, Extraordinary Futures. Visit our website to see our current vacancies. https://www.riverscofe.co.uk/work-for-us-1/vacancies Hub Director Headteacher North Worcester Primary Academy Headteacher St Peter's Droitwich C of E Academy Assistant Headteacher Unity Academy Wraparound Lead Dudley Wood Primary School Teaching Assistant Unity Academy Sports Enrichment Coordinator Northwick Manor Primary School Admin Assistant Summerhill Primary Academy Office Manager Cranham Primary School and Cranberries Nursery Lunchtime Supervisor Summerhill Primary Academy
A huge congratulations to Spring 1's Dojo Winners!! Every child who scored 200+ dojos over the last half term were treated to a neon rave!! They absolutely loved every second. We are so proud of all you!
Today a group of our Year 4 pupils gave it their all and had a great time at the Rugby Mega Festival at Stourbridge Rugby Club
This week, Year 6 took part in Children's Mental Health Week We began with a thoughtful assembly, exploring the importance of wellbeing and how we can support one another. The children were encouraged to step outside their comfort zones and talk to someone new – helping to build connections and strengthen our sense of belonging. Throughout the week, Year 6 took part in a range of reflective activities. They created beautiful mosaics all about themselves, celebrating who they are and what makes them unique. They designed posters showing where they feel safe and where they truly belong, sharing some incredibly meaningful and heartfelt ideas. They also drew pictures of the most important people in their world, reminding us of the power of positive relationships and support networks. We joined a virtual assembly with Picture News and listened to a lovely story about emotions and feelings by Katie Hopper, which helped us think more deeply about how we recognise, understand and express how we feel. We are so proud of the maturity, honesty and kindness Year 6 showed during these activities. Taking time to reflect, connect and celebrate who we are is such an important part of growing up
Love was in the air at our Valentine's discos this week! It was fantastic to see the children dancing, singing, and enjoying quality time with their friends. A huge thank you to our wonderful PTA for organising the events and supporting throughout we appreciate all you do.
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Please click below for the latest edition of the newsletter We look forward to welcoming you back to school on Monday 23rd February
Book Fair is Coming to School! We're excited to let you know that our Book Fair will be in school on the following dates: 18th, 19th & 20th March Main Hall (please access via the hall door) 23rd March Year 4 classroom
This half-term, Mrs Price has celebrated the achievements of lots of children with special visits to her office! Well done to our dancers for achieving medals and trophies outside of school; well done to Esmae for her fantastic Number Day costume; well done to Year 1 for their excellent journalling and well done to Mrs James' maths group who achieved their first Success@Arithmetic certificate!
Today, the Table of the Half-Term winners enjoyed a Valentine's themed setting! Well done, Year 1 and Year 6, thank you for being such great role models to the rest of the school
A huge well done to all of our 'Reaching & Believing' Head's Award winners today A lovely tea party was enjoyed by all! Keep up the fantastic work - you are all Jubilee Park STARS
What a way to end the half-term! Thank you to everyone who attended the Valentine's Disco We had so much fun
Members of the ECO Club from KS2 spent a wonderful afternoon at the University to mark 'Go Green Week'. They took part in a number of activities allowing opportunities to be sustainable and creative. Staff remarked on their excellent behaviour, curiosity and knowledge.
Nursery have celebrated valentines day by making gifts and having fun at their disco.
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SPRING TERM 2 School Dinners can be booked now via ParentPay Don't forget to secure your child's meals for the next half term! #SchoolDinners #SpringTerm2 #ParentPay
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The Rivers C of E Academy Trust
School Lane, Cutnall Green
Droitwich
WR9 0PH
Telephone: 01299 851178
Email: info@riverscofe.co.uk
