Loxdale Primary School

Today, we are celebrating Safer Internet Day! Throughout the day, children will take part in activities linked to this year’s theme, 'Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI'. We encourage parents and carers to join the conversation at home - talking about online safety helps reinforce the important messages children are learning in school.

This term in Science in Year 3 we are learning all about rocks and fossils. Last week, we became palaeontologists and looked at how fossils are formed. We now know the conditions needed for fossils to form and how this process works. Ask us all about it!

Year 4 Rowan have been loving their dance unit inspired by The Greatest Showman! 🎪✨ Throughout the unit, the children have explored a range of dance skills, including using props, working in different formations, experimenting with levels, and performing in canon and unison. Their creativity and teamwork have been fantastic to watch! Yesterday, the class took on the role of clowns, working in partners to create their very own slapstick routines. 🤡🎭 They explored pathways,

Yesterday, a group of our Year 3 and 4 learners visited Moseley Park School to compete in a basketball tournament. The children played excellently as a team and showed fantastic Romeo Resilience! Due to their amazing COJOE characteristics the children came third place in the competition! Well done Team Loxdale!!

During this week we learnt how to code crumble boards to make a carousel, we used a motor, sparkle board and a switch. We also got to design our own carousel, take a look at how we got on.

A huge congratulations to Jack and Trishdip, who have become the first Year 4 pupils this year to earn their Pen Licence! 🎉 Their handwriting has shown outstanding consistency, care, and pride — and we are so proud of their hard work and perseverance.

📢 Safer Internet Day 2026 – Tuesday 10th February We’re excited to be taking part in Safer Internet Day 2026! This year’s theme is: “Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI.” Throughout the day, our pupils will be taking part in activities that help them understand how to use the online world — and emerging AI technologies — safely, responsibly and thoughtfully. We encourage all parents and carers to take a moment to explore the Top Tips for P

Year 2 Oak had a wonderful time this week in art. We went on a texture hunt. We then practised new painting methods to recreate the textures that we had found. Take a look.

This week it is Year 5 Pine’s computing week. We have been using a software called Crumble to program kits using a motor, light and sensor. 💻

On Monday and Tuesday, the class took part in an exciting Computing Day where pupils put their coding skills to the test. They worked through a series of programming challenges, using block-based and text-based coding to design, build, and control their very own robots. It was a fun, hands‑on experience that helped everyone grow in confidence and creativity while exploring the world of robotics.

This week year 6 have been using the gymnastic equipment in the hall during their PE lessons. They have used the climbing frame, balance beams and ropes. They have also been practising their balancing skills.

Year 4 Rowan had a fantastic time exploring the great outdoors today. They investigated trees and leaves, using their senses to notice shapes, colours, textures, and even the smells of nature around them. This hands-on experience linked beautifully to their literacy work, inspiring descriptive writing full of rich vocabulary and sensory detail. What better way to bring words to life than by stepping outside and experiencing the world first-hand?

📢 Parents’ Webinar: Keeping Our Kids Safe (Online) – 10:00am - Tuesday 27th January 2026 Safeguarding our children — both online and offline — is more important than ever. Social media, gaming and messaging apps can bring new challenges, and it’s not always easy to know the best way to support them. Join EngagedU's FREE online webinar to get practical tips and up-to-date advice to help you: ✅ Understand the latest risks children face ✅ Learn supportive strategies without ove

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Rhyder has been working on an exciting ongoing project to build some of the tallest landmarks from around the world. This project showcases his creativity, curiosity, and growing confidence across the curriculum. Using his maths skills, Rhyder carefully measures, compares heights, and works with numbers to make sure his structures are scaled accurately. He uses counting, estimating, and problem-solving to help bring each landmark to life. Rhyder also applies his literacy skil

In Year 3, we have started to compare and group different kinds of rocks for our new science topic.

This week has been an exciting first week back we have started a new topic called 'into the woods'. We have been learning all about woodland animals and can even talk about animals that hibernate. In topic today we had lots of fun planting a bulb we then had a go at drawing and labelling as well as talking about what it needs to survive. Take a look.

This morning, Years 3,4 and 5 had a visit from the ‘Stringcredibles’. They taught us all about migration through the story of a butterfly. We have had a fantastic morning learning all about different clothing, food and faiths from around the world. Ask us all about it!

This afternoon, Year 4 Spruce started their D&T project which is to design and make a biscuit. But of course, to make a great tasting biscuit, we must first try some. Ask them what their favourite was!

The following procedures will be in place to ensure the safe dismissal of our children. Nursery - Normal collection point at 3:20pm please. Reception - Normal collection point at 3:20pm please. Year 1 and Year 2 - Normal collection point at 3:20pm please and walk around the building as normal. Year 3 Beech collected from Year 1 Elm door at 3:30pm please and walk around the building as normal. Year 3 Chestnut collected from Year 1 Ash door at 3:30pm please and walk around the

Happy New Year from all of us at Loxdale Primary School!! ✨

Merry Christmas from all of us at Loxdale Primary School! 🎅🎄❤️

What a fantastic festive week we have had in school. We have performed in our carol concert, celebrated at our parties and finished the week off dressed as elves. Take a look here! We can’t wait to welcome you all back to school in the new year after a restful Christmas break! Merry Christmas everyone!🎄❤️