Blanford St MaryChurch of England Primary School

World Oceans Day Today on World Oceans Day, we're reminded that the oceans are more than vast bodies of water- they are a gift from God, sustaining life, regulating our climate and revealing the beauty of creation. As stewards of this planet, we have a responsibility to care for what has been entrusted to us. Every choice we make-reducing waste, protecting marine life and respecting nature- reflects our commitment to that responsibility. Faith is not only about what we believe; it's also about how we care for the world around us. Let's honour God by protecting our oceans for future generations. "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it." Psalm 24:1 #WorldOceansDay #creation #responsibility #Stewardship #ProtectOurOceans

A huge thank you to a very kind parent for donating boxes of Lego to our school. We are so grateful for this generous gift, which will be used in our after-school club and Lego Therapy sessions. The children will get so much enjoyment and benefit from it. Thank you for your support! #primaryschool #grateful #lego #happychildren #thankyou

Our hearts are full. We have been completely overwhelmed by the kindness, generosity and support shown by our wonderful parents and carers. Year 6 have been working hard to raise money for their end-of-year production through the sale of hot drinks and cakes, and the response from our school community has been nothing short of incredible. To everyone who donated, baked delicious treats or simply stopped by to support us - THANK YOU. Every cake, every purchase and every act of kindness has helped make a difference. The generosity shown has reminded us just how special our school community is. We are so grateful for the support, encouragement and care that surrounds our children. Thank you doesn't seem enough, but please know how deeply your kindness is appreciated. Your support will help make Year 6's final production a truly memorable one. With heartfelt thanks, Year 6 #fundraising #year6 #thankyou #grateful #happychildren

Our wonderful choir treated parents and carers to a special celebration performance. Their beautiful singing filled our hall with joy and made us all so proud! During the performance, everyone enjoyed tea, cake and time together, making it a truly lovely afternoon. Thank you to our talented choir members and to all the families who came along to support them. #schoolchoir #performance #childrensinging #primaryschool #music

So exciting to watch our new Nursery & Reception Class building taking shape day by day! We can't wait to welcome our youngest learners into this wonderful new space. #primaryschool #newbuild #earlyyears #growingtogether #schoolbuilding

Year 5 & 6 were incredibly lucky to experience the magic of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra live at The Lighthouse as part of the inspiring *Sing Out* concert The children explored the different sections of the orchestra, learnt about the instruments and enjoyed joining in with the songs. A real highlight was hearing a talented opera singer perform live- an unforgettable experience for everyone! #bso #livemusic #orchestra #music #education

Honoured to attend the Mayor Making Ceremony at the Corn Exchange in Blandford Forum today. Our School Council representatives were proud to witness this important community event and meet local civic leaders. Thank you for the warm welcome and for giving our students the opportunity to learn more about local democracy and public service. #schoolcouncil #mayor #education #blandfordforum #primaryschool

Year 1 had a fantastic time creating pinch pots from clay inspired by different fruits The children carefully shaped their pots before painting them with bright colours and details. Their creativity and effort were amazing- look at these wonderful final pieces! #education #claypots #art #year1 #creativity

Year 1 had a wonderful time in Science planting green beans and decorating their own pots The children loved getting hands-on with their learning and are excited to watch their plants grow over the coming weeks! #primaryschool #education #science #seeds #year1

What a week it has been To our incredible Year 6s- we could not be prouder of you. Over the past few weeks you have shown determination, resilience, courage and maturity through SATs week, supporting one another and giving every challenge your best effort. You proved that "even if you're little, you can do a lot" and reminded us all just how amazing young people can be when they believe in themselves. Now the SATs are over... it's time for something magical, a little mischievous, and very well deserved ...because sometimes you have to be "a little bit naughty" to change your story You have grown into a group of confident, funny, creative and determined young people, and we cannot wait to celebrate everything you have achieved this year. #education #bigreveal #production #matilda #schoolplay

When the teacher talks for the next academic year start getting serious... did we mention we love you Mrs Beaver?! ... #education #funnyreel #teacherbesties #together #please

What an amazing adventure at Leeson House Our Year 4 children have had a fantastic residential filled with outdoor learning, exploration and teamwork. From bird watching and pond dipping to discovering animal bones and tracks , creating beautiful nature art and taking on orienteering challenges , every activity inspired curiosity and confidence. The children have shown great enthusiasm, resilience and teamwork throughout the trip, making memories and learning experiences they will never forget #schooltrip #outdooreducation #outdoorlearning #nature #explorers

What a fantastic Year 4 residential! Over the past few days, the children have shown incredible teamwork, resilience and enthusiasm. From their scenic walk to Dancing Ledge to exciting team-building challenges and exploring the historic ruins of Corfe Castle , every moment was filled with adventure, laughter and learning. The children should be so proud of themselves for stepping out of their comfort zones, supporting one another and making memories that will last a lifetime #primaryschool #schooltrip #dorset #dancingledge #corfecastle

This week, our class completed their KS2 SATs- but SATs will never truly measure how incredible these children are. SATs do not show the courage it takes to keep going when things feel difficult. They do not measure kindness, laughter, friendship, resilience, determination or the way this class supports one another every single day. They cannot capture the confidence that has grown, the bravery shown or the wonderful personalities that light up our classroom. Teaching this class for the past two years has been one of our greatest privileges. We have watched every single child grow not only academically but as people- stronger, kinder, funnier, more resilient and more determined than they probably even realise themselves. We could not be prouder of everything they have achieved. Not just this week, but every step of the journey that brought them here. No test score could ever reflect how special this class is to us. They have worked unbelievably hard, shown incredible maturity and faced every challenge with courage and perseverance. They should leave this week holding their heads high and feeling immensely proud of themselves- because we certainly are. To our wonderful class: you are worth so much more than a set of SATs results and we hope you always remember that. With love and enormous pride Miss West & Mrs Dolman #primaryschool #education #sats #proud #amazingchildren

Inspired by the Ancient Greeks they'd been learning about in history, Year 6 created incredible wire sculptures of the Greek Olympians #primaryschool #education #art #history #wiresculpture