Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy

Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy. Part of @StarAcademies. Nurturing Today's Young People, Inspiring Tomorrow's Leaders

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Afternoon Nursery loved their trip to the farm. Another rainy visit but it didn't stop the fun!

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In Nursery this week are working hard on an important skill ready for Reception of being able to cut with scissors. We have started out farm topic so we have been cutting out our animals to add to our own farm pictures.

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This afternoon we treated staff to a tea trolley with sweets as a small thank you for their dedication, care, and hard work. We’re incredibly grateful for all they do to support our school and pupils.

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This week Morning Nursery loved their trip to the farm even though it was very rainy!

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3M have had fun designing and sewing their own cushions as part of their DT unit. #WeAreStar

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3M had fun learning about Vikings outdoors. They created rafts and rune pendants! #WeAreStar

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5RS created thoughtful artist study pages inspired by the work of Henri Rousseau, exploring his use of colour, detail and jungle scenes. #wearestar

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Year 5 enjoyed their Forest School cooking session, where they baked potatoes and made delicious pizza! #wearestar #teamwork

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5RS have produced some excellent biographies of William Shakespeare in their writing lessons #weareStar

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Year 2 are having a fantastic afternoon at the Industrial Museum, learning about transport and making their own maps. #wearestar #bradfordmuseums

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Eid celebrations continued at Barkerend with a delicious Eid lunch. It was a joy to see so many of our pupils proudly dressed in their beautiful Eid outfits. Moments like these make our Barkerend family so special!

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We're blasting off from British Science Week as we launch our #StarInnovatorsChallenge!

We're inviting pupils to explore the wonders of our universe through the #BSW26 theme – Curiosity: What’s your question?

📰Read more: https://t.co/d4ZAq9IH0r

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Staff took part in a creative CPD session exploring Ukrainian folk art. They studied traditional floral motifs and practised brush techniques to create vibrant designs inspired by the style. 🇺🇦🎨 #wearestar #ambition

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This week we have been exploring Space in our provision linked to our story 'Whatever Next!' we have also decorated biscuits and designed crowns. #WeAreStar

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Year 5 have been celebrating World Book Day in Forest School by building their own reading dens! 🌿📚 Pupils worked together using natural materials to create cosy spaces where they could relax and enjoy their favourite books outdoors. #wearestar #WorldBookDay2026 #teamwork

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Year 1 had a wonderful time in Forest School creating their very own Mr Men characters using natural resources! 🌿🍂 #WorldBookDay2026 #wearestar #teamwork

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Year 6 have had a fantastic time celebrating World Book Day today! 📚 We loved dressing up as our favourite characters and taking part in a range of fun activities throughout the day. ✨#WorldBookDay2026 #wearestar

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Some fantastic outfits in 3M this morning. World Book Day is well underway. #WeAreStar

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Some great fine motor work has been happening this week in Nursery as we linked our 3 Little Pigs story to heavy and light materials and some amazing painting. #WeAreStar

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Can you guess what theme the adults decided upon for World Book Day? #WorldBookDay2026 #wearestar