On the 11th of July 2024 marked the 29th year of the Genocide which took place in Bosnia in a small town called Srebrenica.This year’s Srebrenica Memorial Week will be taking place from 4th July to 11th July, where communities across the UK will commemorate the 29th anniversary of the genocide in which over 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and […]
We ended International week with a bang. The children were invited to come to school dressed in special clothing in celebration of each other’s native cultural identity which was a beautiful way of showcasing their differences and teaching respect. Key stage 2 were taught about Asabiyah (nationalism) as opposed to being united upon the firm belief […]
During Food week Early years focused on the aspect of international airports. We created an airport in our roleplay area. The children roleplayed acting out as the passenger check in officers, the pilot, and passengers. They had an opportunity to make their own passports and boarding passes and enjoyed pretending to travel to other countries. […]
In Year 5 and 6, we had the most wonderful British tea party, celebrating the quintessential tradition of enjoying tea in the most charming way possible. The air was filled with excitement as we gathered around a beautifully set table, adorned with an elegant cup and a plate full of traditional food. We indulged in […]
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During Food Week, Year 1 and 2 students had the opportunity to try different types of Algerian couscous: couscous with raisins, vegetable couscous, and fruit couscous with grapes and white sugar. We also explored the cultural significance of couscous, learning about its origins in Algeria and how it is traditionally prepared. The children learned that […]
During Food Week, the children in year 3&4 focused on India, a country they are studying across various subjects. They explored Indian cuisine and culture, specifically learning about pani puri, which is known by different names in neighboring countries. The students discovered what pani puri is, who consumes it, its origins, and the various names […]
The children had the opportunity to attend the Primary Engineering event ceremony where they went to showcase and test out their model vehicles they had worked so hard on during their engineering after school club. During the ceremony event, they were interviewed about their models and had their vehicles tested for speed, straightness, and ramp […]
Children from year 6 enjoyed a work experience afternoon in school. They were allocated different roles which they took part in avidly. They were eager to learn new skills required to become an EYFS practitioner, teaching assistant, office manager and a personal assistant to the deputy headteacher! The children learnt about health and safety rules […]
Charity week ended with a bang with our charity sale that took place in the hall after school. There were cakes, goody bags, sweet cones, popcorn, samosas, books amongst others items. Everything was donated by the school community and was a great success. This shows that when we all work together as a team, great […]
We ended Book Week with a bang! The children and adults came to school dressed as characters and props from their favourite books. Thank you to all the parents, children and staff for making the day so enjoyable!
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The Year 3 and 4 children were given the opportunity to go down to the Year 1 and 2 class and the Year 5 and 6 children went down to the children in EYFS and spent time reading to them. The Year 1 and 2 children also got the opportunity to read to the older […]
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We arranged our very own book sale to encourage children to buy books of their choice. There was a variety of fiction and non-fiction books to choose from that were heavily discounted. It was great to see the enthusiasm shown by the children, many went home with books that they were eager to read!
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To celebrate ‘Book week’ this year, we have organised the ‘Perform for schools’ company to come to our school and run exciting workshops with each class. The workshops used children’s natural love of drama, role play and improvisation to spark their imaginations and stimulate their interest in Literacy. Each year group took part in a […]
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Emdad Rahman OBE from ‘BOOKBIKELONDON’ dropped by once again with some fantastic adventure books for our key stage 2 children. There was excitement in the air as the children could not wait to get their hands on the books and read them! Thank you Emdad for supporting our school with your kindness and providing much […]
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On March 21st we observed World Down Syndrome Day at Buttercup. The theme this year was ‘End the stereotypes’. The children discussed how people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities, stereotypes can stop them from being treated like other people. People with disabilities have the right to be treated fairly and have the same opportunities […]
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Tuesday 6th February 2024 Safer Internet Day aims to inspire a national conversation about using technology responsibly, respectfully, critically and creatively. Coordinated in the UK by the UK Safer Internet Centre the celebration sees 180 countries and hundreds of organisations get involved to help promote the safe, responsible and positive use of digital technology for children and young […]
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Another amazing day of amazing costumes designed and made by the children to celebrate the end of Science week at Buttercup Primary. We are so impressed with the thoughtfulness and creativity of all the costumes worn today. Fantastic!
Bosnia Genocide 1995
On the 11th of July 2024 marked the 29th year of the Genocide which took place in Bosnia in a small town called Srebrenica.This year’s Srebrenica Memorial Week will be taking place from 4th July to 11th July, where communities across the UK will commemorate the 29th anniversary of the genocide in which over 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and […]
International week at Buttercup
We ended International week with a bang. The children were invited to come to school dressed in special clothing in celebration of each other’s native cultural identity which was a beautiful way of showcasing their differences and teaching respect. Key stage 2 were taught about Asabiyah (nationalism) as opposed to being united upon the firm belief […]
International airports
During Food week Early years focused on the aspect of international airports. We created an airport in our roleplay area. The children roleplayed acting out as the passenger check in officers, the pilot, and passengers. They had an opportunity to make their own passports and boarding passes and enjoyed pretending to travel to other countries. […]
British tea party
In Year 5 and 6, we had the most wonderful British tea party, celebrating the quintessential tradition of enjoying tea in the most charming way possible. The air was filled with excitement as we gathered around a beautifully set table, adorned with an elegant cup and a plate full of traditional food. We indulged in […]
Food week – Algeria
During Food Week, Year 1 and 2 students had the opportunity to try different types of Algerian couscous: couscous with raisins, vegetable couscous, and fruit couscous with grapes and white sugar. We also explored the cultural significance of couscous, learning about its origins in Algeria and how it is traditionally prepared. The children learned that […]
Food week – India
During Food Week, the children in year 3&4 focused on India, a country they are studying across various subjects. They explored Indian cuisine and culture, specifically learning about pani puri, which is known by different names in neighboring countries. The students discovered what pani puri is, who consumes it, its origins, and the various names […]
Primary Engineering in KS2
The children had the opportunity to attend the Primary Engineering event ceremony where they went to showcase and test out their model vehicles they had worked so hard on during their engineering after school club. During the ceremony event, they were interviewed about their models and had their vehicles tested for speed, straightness, and ramp […]
Year 6 work experience afternoon
Children from year 6 enjoyed a work experience afternoon in school. They were allocated different roles which they took part in avidly. They were eager to learn new skills required to become an EYFS practitioner, teaching assistant, office manager and a personal assistant to the deputy headteacher! The children learnt about health and safety rules […]
GJT Residential Trip @ Gilwell Park
Charity week
Charity week ended with a bang with our charity sale that took place in the hall after school. There were cakes, goody bags, sweet cones, popcorn, samosas, books amongst others items. Everything was donated by the school community and was a great success. This shows that when we all work together as a team, great […]
Dressing up day at Buttercup
We ended Book Week with a bang! The children and adults came to school dressed as characters and props from their favourite books. Thank you to all the parents, children and staff for making the day so enjoyable!
Partner reading around the school
The Year 3 and 4 children were given the opportunity to go down to the Year 1 and 2 class and the Year 5 and 6 children went down to the children in EYFS and spent time reading to them. The Year 1 and 2 children also got the opportunity to read to the older […]
Buttercup book sale
We arranged our very own book sale to encourage children to buy books of their choice. There was a variety of fiction and non-fiction books to choose from that were heavily discounted. It was great to see the enthusiasm shown by the children, many went home with books that they were eager to read!
Perform for schools’ at Buttercup school
To celebrate ‘Book week’ this year, we have organised the ‘Perform for schools’ company to come to our school and run exciting workshops with each class. The workshops used children’s natural love of drama, role play and improvisation to spark their imaginations and stimulate their interest in Literacy. Each year group took part in a […]
Bookbike London at Buttercup
Emdad Rahman OBE from ‘BOOKBIKELONDON’ dropped by once again with some fantastic adventure books for our key stage 2 children. There was excitement in the air as the children could not wait to get their hands on the books and read them! Thank you Emdad for supporting our school with your kindness and providing much […]
World Down Syndrome Day 2024
On March 21st we observed World Down Syndrome Day at Buttercup. The theme this year was ‘End the stereotypes’. The children discussed how people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities, stereotypes can stop them from being treated like other people. People with disabilities have the right to be treated fairly and have the same opportunities […]
Safer Internet Day at Buttercup Primary school
Tuesday 6th February 2024 Safer Internet Day aims to inspire a national conversation about using technology responsibly, respectfully, critically and creatively. Coordinated in the UK by the UK Safer Internet Centre the celebration sees 180 countries and hundreds of organisations get involved to help promote the safe, responsible and positive use of digital technology for children and young […]
Science week dressing up day!
Another amazing day of amazing costumes designed and made by the children to celebrate the end of Science week at Buttercup Primary. We are so impressed with the thoughtfulness and creativity of all the costumes worn today. Fantastic!