Year 6 Work Experience

The Year 6 children recently took part in a work experience programme at the school. They were assigned a variety of roles, including Teaching Assistant, Administrative Assistant, and Early Years Support Staff. Throughout the experience, the children gained a valuable insight into the world of work, developing new skills, building confidence, and taking on responsibilities. […]

International and Food Week

For International and Food Week, the Early Years children explored Australia and learned about some of its traditional foods. They enjoyed tasting a variety of fruits, including Pink Lady and Granny Smith apples, and had great fun making their own delicious pavlova. The children were excited to take part in the hands-on activities and enthusiastically […]

Food Week During Food Week, KS1 explored Kenya and discovered its rich culture through a fun, hands-on cooking activity. The children made Kenyan chapati wraps, taking part in mixing, rolling, and preparing the ingredients. This practical experience helped develop their fine motor skills, confidence, teamwork, and independence while sparking curiosity about different cultures and foods […]

Careers Day – Inspiring Future Aspirations

As part of our Careers Day, we were delighted to welcome parents into school to share their professions with our Year 5/6 children. We were fortunate to have a Police Constable and a Clinical Trial Manager speak to the pupils about their careers, providing valuable insight into their roles and responsibilities.Our visitors explained the subjects […]

Charity Fair

The charity fair was a truly heartwarming success. We were blessed to sell out every single item lovingly made by each class, a reflection of everyone’s effort, creativity, and generosity. The afternoon was filled with warmth, unity, and a powerful sense of togetherness, as our community came together in support of a meaningful cause. It […]

Charity Week – Water Pump Project

During Charity Week, children across the school worked together to raise money for a water pump project. Year 5 and 6 pupils played a key role by planning, preparing, and making pizzas to sell. The class teacher also took a small group shopping for ingredients, giving them valuable experience in teamwork, responsibility, and budgeting. Pupils […]

Book week dress up day at Buttercup

The children celebrated Book Week with great enthusiasm by coming to school dressed as their favourite book characters or in creative, book-themed costumes. Their outfits were truly impressive, showcasing both imagination and effort, and it was wonderful to see such a wide range of characters brought to life.

Book exchange day at Buttercup

Children were encouraged to bring a book they had already read and enjoyed and exchange it with their classmates. As part of this book exchange, each child took home a different book to keep and enjoy themselves. This activity supported key PSHE values such as sharing, fairness, and respect for others’ belongings, while also encouraging […]

Partnership Reading at Buttercup

The Year 3 and 4 children were given the opportunity to visit the Year 1 and 2 class, while the Year 5 and 6 children spent time with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) children, sharing and reading stories together. In addition, the Year 1 and 2 children also had the chance to read to […]

International Women’s Day Celebrations at Buttercup

We celebrated International Women’s day with the children. They spent time identifying the important women in their lives and sharing why those women are so special to them. It was a lovely opportunity for the children to reflect on the love, care, and guidance they receive from mothers, grandmothers, sisters, teachers, and other important female […]

 Safer Internet Day

On Safer Internet Day, our school Mental Health Ambassadors hosted an Online Safety Desk aimed at helping students navigate the digital world safely while promoting mental well-being. The event was designed to raise awareness about online safety, offer support for mental health challenges related to the internet, and empower students to create healthy digital habits.​ […]

Safer Internet Day Parent Meeting

As part of Safer Internet Day, parents were invited to attend an informative meeting focused on supporting children to stay safe online. During the session, we shared current best practice guidance, discussed the growing impact of artificial intelligence, and explored practical ways families and school can work together to address online challenges. We would like […]

Spreading kindness this Ramadan: Our visit to Sonali Gardens Care Home

During the blessed month of Ramadan, our School Councillors and Mental Health Ambassadors had the wonderful opportunity to take part in a meaningful charity initiative, reflecting the true spirit of compassion, generosity, and community.​ ​A group of our children visited Sonali Gardens Care Home, where they spent time connecting with the residents and sharing moments […]

World Hijab Day

Parental partnerships-Inspiring young minds

We were delighted to welcome three parents with science-related professional backgrounds into school to speak with the children about their careers and educational journeys. Each parent shared valuable insights into their roles, explaining how their work connects directly to scientific learning and real-world applications. The children were highly engaged throughout the sessions, asking many thoughtful […]

Important Muslim Scientists Assembly

The children took part in a special assembly focused on the contributions of influential Muslim scientists. Each year group shared what they had discovered through their learning, helping to build an appreciation of history, science, and innovation across different cultures. Years 1 and 2 learned about Jabir Ibn Hayyan, often known as the father of […]

Science week dress up day at Buttercup

We were truly impressed by the science costumes worn by our students. Each outfit was creative, thoughtful, and imaginative, showcasing not only a strong understanding of scientific concepts but also a wonderful sense of originality. The children looked amazing, and their enthusiasm and effort were evident in every detail. Thank you to our families for […]

Mad Science – Mega Mixtures Show

We were excited to welcome the Mad Science: Mega Mixtures Show, an engaging and interactive science experience designed to spark children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. During the session, children were introduced to basic science concepts through colourful experiments, bubbling reactions, and entertaining demonstrations. Presented in a lively “mad scientist” style, the show encouraged children to […]