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🐣 Desford Community Primary School Easter Enterprise! 🐣
Each year group were given a budget to make some goodies ready to sell at the event after school today and it’s safe to say they did a smashing job! The money raised will contribute to our school - thank you! 💙
#easterenterprise #desfordcommunityprimaryschool #easterfun
🐣 Desford Community Primary School Easter Enterprise! 🐣
Each year group were given a budget to make some goodies ready to sell at the event after school today and it’s safe to say they did a smashing job! The money raised will contribute to our school - thank you! 💙
#easterenterprise #desfordcommunityprimaryschool #easterfun
Year 6 are busy preparing for the Easter Enterprise this afternoon. See you there!
🎶 What an incredible evening! 🎶
Our children had the amazing opportunity to perform at De Montfort Hall alongside several other schools, singing a fantastic selection of songs from the movies. 🌟
After an afternoon of rehearsals and a visit to Attenborough Arts Centre for a chance to explore, the children took to the stage and performed brilliantly to a packed audience.
We are so proud of how they represented our school—with confidence, enthusiasm and real joy.
A huge thank you to our staff for their support, to parents for cheering them on, and most importantly to our wonderful children for making it such a special experience.
🎶 What an incredible evening! 🎶
Our children had the amazing opportunity to perform at De Montfort Hall alongside several other schools, singing a fantastic selection of songs from the movies. 🌟
After an afternoon of rehearsals and a visit to Attenborough Arts Centre for a chance to explore, the children took to the stage and performed brilliantly to a packed audience.
We are so proud of how they represented our school—with confidence, enthusiasm and real joy.
A huge thank you to our staff for their support, to parents for cheering them on, and most importantly to our wonderful children for making it such a special experience.
Last week, we were proud to celebrate Neurodiversity Celebration Week across our school. Our Kindness Ambassadors led the way, planning and delivering a whole-school assembly that highlighted the importance of recognising and valuing the unique strengths within us all.
Throughout the week, children took part in a range of thoughtful activities designed to celebrate individuality, build understanding and promote acceptance. From creativity and problem-solving to different ways of thinking and learning, it was a powerful reminder that everyone brings something special to our community.
This was a wonderful example of pupil agency in action—children leading change, shaping conversations and helping to build a school where everyone feels seen, heard and valued.
Last week, we were proud to celebrate Neurodiversity Celebration Week across our school. Our Kindness Ambassadors led the way, planning and delivering a whole-school assembly that highlighted the importance of recognising and valuing the unique strengths within us all.
Throughout the week, children took part in a range of thoughtful activities designed to celebrate individuality, build understanding and promote acceptance. From creativity and problem-solving to different ways of thinking and learning, it was a powerful reminder that everyone brings something special to our community.
This was a wonderful example of pupil agency in action—children leading change, shaping conversations and helping to build a school where everyone feels seen, heard and valued.
🌟 Join Our Local Governing Body 🌟
Are you passionate about making a difference in our school and community? We are looking for committed, supportive individuals to join our Local Governing Body and help shape the future of our children.
This is a rewarding opportunity to use your skills, share your voice and support our “Be Kind” ethos in action.
📩 Get in touch to find out more or express your interest!
🌟 Join Our Local Governing Body 🌟
Are you passionate about making a difference in our school and community? We are looking for committed, supportive individuals to join our Local Governing Body and help shape the future of our children.
This is a rewarding opportunity to use your skills, share your voice and support our “Be Kind” ethos in action.
📩 Get in touch to find out more or express your interest!
Today Year 5 had the wonderful opportunity to interview a very special visitor - Pearl, Mrs Chadwick’s grandma. Pearl grew up in Coventry during the Blitz in World War Two and shared her memories of being a child during this time, as well as being evacuated to St Anne’s-On-Sea near Blackpool.
She spoke about her experiences during air raids, rationing, and what life was like for children during the war. The children were fascinated to hear about meeting American soldiers, who would sometimes give out chewing gum, which was something many children had never tasted before!
Year 5 asked brilliant questions and were amazed to hear what life was really like for children their age during the war. We are so grateful to Pearl for sharing such important memories with us and helping bring our history learning to life 🥰
Do any of our families have grandparents or great-grandparents with memories of World War Two? We would love to hear their stories too!
#HistoryAlive #TheBlitz #Year5 #WW2 #SchoolHistory Evacuees
Today Year 5 had the wonderful opportunity to interview a very special visitor - Pearl, Mrs Chadwick’s grandma. Pearl grew up in Coventry during the Blitz in World War Two and shared her memories of being a child during this time, as well as being evacuated to St Anne’s-On-Sea near Blackpool.
She spoke about her experiences during air raids, rationing, and what life was like for children during the war. The children were fascinated to hear about meeting American soldiers, who would sometimes give out chewing gum, which was something many children had never tasted before!
Year 5 asked brilliant questions and were amazed to hear what life was really like for children their age during the war. We are so grateful to Pearl for sharing such important memories with us and helping bring our history learning to life 🥰
Do any of our families have grandparents or great-grandparents with memories of World War Two? We would love to hear their stories too!
#HistoryAlive #TheBlitz #Year5 #WW2 #SchoolHistory Evacuees
A Wonderful Morning of Reading Together!
We were delighted to welcome over 150 parents and family members into school for our Reading and Stories Morning on Friday last week. Families joined phonics and reading sessions in classrooms before sharing stories together – it was wonderful to see so many children enjoying books with the important adults in their lives.
Every child also had the chance to visit the Roving Bookshop, choosing their own book to take home. Not only does this help nurture a love of reading, it also raises money for new books for our school library.
A huge thank you to everyone who supported the event – whether by joining us in school or purchasing a book. Your support makes a real difference in helping our children grow as confident, enthusiastic readers.
A Wonderful Morning of Reading Together!
We were delighted to welcome over 150 parents and family members into school for our Reading and Stories Morning on Friday last week. Families joined phonics and reading sessions in classrooms before sharing stories together – it was wonderful to see so many children enjoying books with the important adults in their lives.
Every child also had the chance to visit the Roving Bookshop, choosing their own book to take home. Not only does this help nurture a love of reading, it also raises money for new books for our school library.
A huge thank you to everyone who supported the event – whether by joining us in school or purchasing a book. Your support makes a real difference in helping our children grow as confident, enthusiastic readers.
Today in assembly we shared the wonderful picture book My Mum, which celebrates all the different things mums and carers do to help us feel loved, supported and safe.
The story helped us think about the many ways people who care for us show kindness every day — from helping us learn and grow, to making us laugh, comforting us when we’re sad and cheering us on.
We also linked our learning to International Women`s Day, thinking about the amazing contributions women make in families, communities and around the world. We spoke about inspiring women such as Jacinda Ardern and Marie Curie, who have helped and inspired others in different ways.
Children finished the assembly by reflecting on how they could show appreciation to the people who care for them — a small reminder that our Be Kind ethos begins with the way we treat the people closest to us.
Today in assembly we shared the wonderful picture book My Mum, which celebrates all the different things mums and carers do to help us feel loved, supported and safe.
The story helped us think about the many ways people who care for us show kindness every day — from helping us learn and grow, to making us laugh, comforting us when we’re sad and cheering us on.
We also linked our learning to International Women`s Day, thinking about the amazing contributions women make in families, communities and around the world. We spoke about inspiring women such as Jacinda Ardern and Marie Curie, who have helped and inspired others in different ways.
Children finished the assembly by reflecting on how they could show appreciation to the people who care for them — a small reminder that our Be Kind ethos begins with the way we treat the people closest to us.
EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION DAY: Today we celebrated Employee Appreciation Day at school.
Behind everything that happens in our classrooms, playgrounds and corridors is a team of staff who care deeply about our children and our community. Every day they show patience, encouragement, teamwork and kindness — helping our pupils to learn, grow and thrive.
To mark the day, our Senior Leadership Team organised a few small treats for staff, including pastries to start the morning, chocolate eggs, individual thank-you cards with personal messages, and a “day off” prize draw.
It’s a small gesture, but a chance to pause and recognise the dedication our staff show every single day. Their commitment truly brings our “Be Kind” ethos to life across the whole school community.
Thank you to all of our wonderful staff for everything you do.
EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION DAY: Today we celebrated Employee Appreciation Day at school.
Behind everything that happens in our classrooms, playgrounds and corridors is a team of staff who care deeply about our children and our community. Every day they show patience, encouragement, teamwork and kindness — helping our pupils to learn, grow and thrive.
To mark the day, our Senior Leadership Team organised a few small treats for staff, including pastries to start the morning, chocolate eggs, individual thank-you cards with personal messages, and a “day off” prize draw.
It’s a small gesture, but a chance to pause and recognise the dedication our staff show every single day. Their commitment truly brings our “Be Kind” ethos to life across the whole school community.
Thank you to all of our wonderful staff for everything you do.
We had a fantastic day celebrating World Book Day at Desford! 📚
The children came to school dressed as their favourite book characters or in their pyjamas! Reading was the full agenda for the day… from making bookmarks and book covers, to quizzes and designing a national book token for the competition! Members of staff put together a virtual library of stories for children to listen to as well! 📖
#worldbookday2026 #readingforpleasure #leicestershireprimaryschool #schoolcommunity #Desford
We had a fantastic day celebrating World Book Day at Desford! 📚
The children came to school dressed as their favourite book characters or in their pyjamas! Reading was the full agenda for the day… from making bookmarks and book covers, to quizzes and designing a national book token for the competition! Members of staff put together a virtual library of stories for children to listen to as well! 📖
#worldbookday2026 #readingforpleasure #leicestershireprimaryschool #schoolcommunity #Desford
📚✨World Book Day is nearly here! ✨📚
We can’t wait to celebrate World Book Day in school on Thursday! A reminder that children are invited to come dressed as a favourite book character (or in pyjamas ready to enjoy some brilliant reading!).
📖 And don’t forget — our Reading Open Morning is taking place the following day! We’d love for parents
and carers to join us and share in the joy of reading with the children.
Let’s celebrate stories, imagination and a love of books together.💙
#WorldBookDay #ReadingForPleasure #GoAllIn #LoveReading
📚✨World Book Day is nearly here! ✨📚
We can’t wait to celebrate World Book Day in school on Thursday! A reminder that children are invited to come dressed as a favourite book character (or in pyjamas ready to enjoy some brilliant reading!).
📖 And don’t forget — our Reading Open Morning is taking place the following day! We’d love for parents
and carers to join us and share in the joy of reading with the children.
Let’s celebrate stories, imagination and a love of books together.💙
#WorldBookDay #ReadingForPleasure #GoAllIn #LoveReading
Falcons class have also LOVED becoming proper journalists and writing their newspaper reports about the sinking of the Titanic 🚢🧊
Falcons class have also LOVED becoming proper journalists and writing their newspaper reports about the sinking of the Titanic 🚢🧊
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