Year 2 have been working really hard in Maths, using various manipulatives to add two 2-digit numbers across 10. They have been counting, calculating, exchanging and checking, allowing them to be marvellous mathematicians.
This week is children’s grief awareness week (16 November-23 November). A global day designed to help us all become more aware of the needs of grieving children.
John McDonnell the MP for Hayes and Harlington visited William Byrd on the 17th November 2023.
On Friday 17th November William Byrd wore their spots, Pudsey onesies, t-shirts and dresses to support and fundraise for BBC Children in Need. The BBC Children in Need charity raises money to change the lives of disadvantaged children and young people nationwide.
Children across the school learnt about the charity and took part in various Pudsey activities throughout the day, which they all enjoyed.
Many children in KS2 participated in the Times Tables Rockstars competition 'England Rocks' between 14th - 16th November.
We are pleased to announce that WIlliam Byrd placed 283rd out of over 4,000 schools and class 6 Angelou placed an incredible 76th out of over 30,000 classes! Well done!
Today the Young Carers group discussed the different acts of kindness they do and the impact this has on the people they care for.
We marked the start of Anti-Bullying week this year with Odd Socks Day on Monday 13 November.
Children and staff were invited to come to school wearing odd socks to celebrate their individuality and what makes them all unique.
This year the event focusses on the importance of acts of kindness, starting with 'One Kind Word'.
On Friday 10th November we celebrated Diwali, the festival of lights, at our school. Children and staff came to school wearing their Diwali/party clothes, and they looked fantastic.
On Friday 10th November children and staff across the school observed a 2-minute silence at 11am to remember those that gave their lives in war.
The whole school produced some lovely works of art and writing on the day. Our EYFS classes created some fabulous displays for everyone to enjoy. Nursery children also decorated their very own biscuits with poppies and took these home to enjoy with their family.
We are pleased to announce we raised £185.23 for this year's Poppy Appeal. Thank you to everyone for their support.
This week our Anti–Bullying Ambassadors introduced themselves to the school and delivered an Anti-Bullying assembly.
In Nursery our topic this term is 'Let's Explore'. We have kick-started our adventures with a story by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury, 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt'.
On Tuesday 7th November the Reception children took part in a Dental Workshop.
