Buttercup superheroes save planet earth!

Our Reception and KS1 children took part in an exciting and energetic “Superheroes Save Planet Earth” session, focusing on eco-awareness and sustainability. The children joined Supa Dupa, a superhero from Planet Hero, on an important mission to save our planet! Together, they learned about the impact of waste and pollution and worked as a team […]

World Smile Day at Buttercup

We had a wonderful time celebrating World Smile Day at Buttercup! 💛 The children enjoyed coming to school in non-uniform in exchange for a small donation of £1. Throughout the day, the children were reminded of the importance of smiling in Islam and how a simple smile can spread happiness, kindness and positivity to those […]

Voting at Buttercup

The children placed their votes on Thursday. A huge well done to everyone who took part in the election. By voting, the children had the opportunity to have their voices heard and play an active part in making decisions within our school. Our school council election is a wonderful example of democracy in action. Just […]

School Council Elections

Our shortlisted students for the School Council went head-to-head as they delivered their speeches and worked hard to persuade their peers why they should be voted for. We were incredibly impressed by the powerful words of persuasion, creative ideas and confidence shown by all of the candidates. Each student spoke passionately about why they would […]

Year 5 and 6 Junior Citizenship Scheme

Our Year 5 and 6 children had the exciting opportunity to take part in the Tower Hamlets Junior Citizenship Scheme. The children met representatives from the Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, Transport for London (TfL), Leyton Orient Football Club and Hope UK. Through a series of engaging workshops, the children explored important topics including personal […]

PCSO Visit

The children had the wonderful opportunity to meet local PCSOs and a police sergeant, who visited the school to speak with them about road safety, staying safe around people they do not know, and how to make safe choices when using the internet. During Safety Week, the children learned about: Online Safety: How to navigate […]

Road safety workshop

Eyes Open, Stay Safe! Our Year 1 and 2 pupils enjoyed a fantastic afternoon taking part in the ‘Eyes Open, Stay Safe’ workshop, delivered by the KONFLU Theatre Company and sponsored by Tower Hamlets. This fun and interactive workshop took the children on an exciting journey around the town of Speedville, where they met different […]

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.​ […]