Year 5 students had an exciting and educational experience during their visit to The Word in South Shields, where they put their growing programming skills to the test! Using Lego Spike Prime kits, the students took on the challenge of coding dancing robots. By applying their knowledge of block-based coding, they were able to program the robots to perform synchronized movements, bringing their creations to life in a fun and interactive way.
This project allowed the children to showcase their creativity and problem-solving abilities, while also emphasizing the importance of teamwork. It’s amazing to see how confidently they tackled the challenge, demonstrating not only their enthusiasm for STEM but also their ability to turn coding instructions into real-world actions.
This class trip is a great example of how hands-on technology can both engage and educate, making learning fun while helping to build essential skills for the future. Our young coders are already showing incredible potential, and we can’t wait to see where their love for STEM will take them!
Year 5 children visiting The Word in South Shields have demonstrated impressive programming skills by coding dancing robots using Lego Spike Prime. They successfully applied their knowledge of block-based coding to animate the robots, showcasing creativity and teamwork. The robots were programmed to perform coordinated movements, displaying the childrens’ growing confidence in STEM learning and their ability to turn coding instructions into real-life actions. This class trip highlights how engaging and educational hands-on technology can be for our children.
Lunchtimes have never been more exciting at West Boldon Primary! Thanks to OPAL Play, our children are loving every moment, exploring new activities, building friendships and getting creative. From outdoor adventures to imaginative play, there’s always something fun to dive into!
We are so proud to see them thriving, learning and having the best time during their breaks.
Year 1/2 enjoyed a visit from local storyteller Chris Bostock today. Chris visited to tell us some enchanting tales about animals. This links with our current topic ‘Happily Ever After’. The children enjoyed joining in with the actions and words and were fascinated by his various voices and sound effects!
In Year 5 Readers Theatre, we explored the biography of astronaut Tim Peake. This not only helped improve the children’s reading comprehension but also connected nicely with our Commando Joe lesson, where the students participated in an exciting space mission-themed activity, inspired by Peake’s real-life experiences in space.
Forest School Adventures Every Wednesday! 
This is an amazing opportunity for them to explore nature, develop practical outdoor skills, and build confidence through hands-on learning.
to den building 
, our Forest School program is designed to spark curiosity, teamwork, and a love for the great outdoors!
When: Every Wednesday
Time: During school hours
Where: Secret Garden
Exciting News from West Boldon Primary 
This week, our pupils took part in a *real-life election* to choose their new **House Captains** and **Vice Captains** for each house! 
We’re so proud of all the students who took part — this was a fantastic opportunity to learn about leadership and teamwork.
**Star of the Week! 
These shining examples have shown kindness, respect, and perseverance in all they do – both in the classroom and on the playground.
Let’s give them all a big round of applause! 
Shoutout to our amazing adventurers from West Boldon! 
These brave kids have been taking on some epic challenges—gorge walking, jetty jumping, and exploring the stunning Cathedral Quarry near Coniston! 
From climbing rocks to making a splash, they’ve tackled it all with huge smiles and fearless energy. This is what unforgettable memories and teamwork are all about! 
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