Year 5 at Go Ape: Building Resilience and Teamwork

During our class trip to Go Ape, Year 5 stepped out of our comfort zones and into the treetops for a day of high-altitude adventure and team building!

- Tackling Challenges: Up in the canopy, we faced wobbly rope bridges, zip lines, and tricky obstacles. When some of us felt nervous about the height, our classmates cheered us on, helping us build real resilience to keep going and finish the course.

- Communication and Compassion: Down on the ground, we took part in collaborative team games that required careful listening and clear instructions. If someone struggled, we showed compassion by encouraging them, working together as a team to solve puzzles, and making sure everyone felt included and safe.

It was an unforgettable day that taught us how much we can achieve when we support one another!

Pupils gathered to hear candidates give their house captain speeches. Everyone listened as the hopeful leaders shared their ideas for teamwork and school events. Following the presentations, the students took part in a democratic vote to choose their new representatives. This exciting experience taught the children about citizenship and let everyone have a say in shaping their school community.

Year 3 had a fantastic day at Colchester Zoo! They explored a wonderful variety of different habitats and discovered so many fascinating animals along the way. The children enjoyed learning about different species and seeing them up close, making it a brilliant opportunity to explore and learn more about the natural world. It was a wonderful day filled with adventure, discovery and lots of fun! 

Throughout Summer 2, the children took part in an exciting drama workshop that unfolded over several weeks. They began by creating and role-playing their own community, Best Town, where everyone had a different role to play. After a werewolf invasion and a town meeting led by Mayor Ari, the children worked together to uncover who was suspicious in a game inspired by The Traitors. Their adventure then took them on a mystery mission, solving clues to unlock a secret room where they met the Professor from WOOF (Wardrobes of Our Friends), who revealed that wardrobes were time-travelling machines! Inspired by messages from the future, the children created their own imaginative stories using random objects as prompts and prepared to perform them for a special time traveller. As part of their preparations, they decided they would teach Daniel Defoe three modern-day things: the Macarena, the song Unwritten, and how to use an iPad. The workshop concluded with a visit to the library, where, after a drama warm-up, the children performed their stories before an unexpected visit from Daniel Defoe himself, bringing their exciting time-travelling adventure to life.

Our Reception children enjoyed a fantastic day out at the Sea Life Centre in Southend, where they discovered a wonderful variety of fascinating sea creatures and learnt more about life beneath the waves. After their visit, the children had fun exploring the beach, making the most of the seaside atmosphere, before rounding off their adventure with an ice cream treat. It was a memorable day filled with learning, laughter, and smiles.

Herringham Primary Academy’s Eco Community Fest was a vibrant and engaging celebration that successfully combined creativity, environmental awareness, and community involvement. The event welcomed pupils, families, and members of the local community. Each year group proudly showcased and sold their eco-themed creations, while a variety of games and stalls provided enjoyment for visitors of all ages. Local organisations and businesses made valuable contributions by sharing their knowledge, interacting with attendees, and presenting a range of services and products.