British Values: Blog items
Year 5 - Always Time: Crazy Maps
Date: 25th Sep 2026 @ 3:21pm
During this week’s Always Time activity, the children enjoyed a creative challenge using pencils to chase kidney beans and pieces of pasta around a sheet of paper. As they moved the objects, they created a range of interesting lines, patterns and “crazy maps”. The activity encouraged creativity, concentration and fine motor control, while providing a fun opportunity for pupils to work independently and celebrate making positive choices throughout the week.
Democracy and Student Council Elections in Year 1
Date: 25th Sep 2026 @ 7:19am
Over the last two weeks, Year 1 has been learning all about democracy and the Five British Values. The children explored what democracy means and why it is important that everyone has a voice and can share their opinions.
This learning marked the beginning of our Student Council elections. As part of their Reading into Writing lessons, the children wrote their own manifestos, sharing the ideas and changes they would like to make if they were chosen to represent their class. They worked hard to think of ways to make our school an even better place and practised presenting their ideas clearly and confidently.
Some children then chose to put themselves forward as candidates and bravely stood in front of their classmates to read their manifestos aloud. We were incredibly proud of their confidence, enthusiasm, and willingness to take on a leadership role within the school.
This week, the children took part in a democratic vote to elect their Beech Class and Hazel Class councillors. Each child had the opportunity to cast their vote and experience the election process first-hand. It was a fantastic way to bring our learning to life and help the children understand how democracy works in our community.
We would like to congratulate our newly elected class councillors and thank all of the children who took part. We look forward to seeing the positive contributions they will make as members of the Student Council this year!
Reception- Rosies Walk Around Reception's Garden
Date: 24th Sep 2026 @ 5:06pm
Year 2 - School council voting
Date: 24th Sep 2026 @ 2:45pm
This week, Year Two took part in Democracy Week and had a fantastic time learning all about democracy and voting.
In assembly, we learned what democracy means and how voting helps people make important decisions. We then wrote our own manifestos, explaining why we would make a great School Council representative and sharing our ideas for improving our school. 📝💡
We were so impressed by the children's confidence as they stood in front of their classmates and explained why they should be voted for. 🎤⭐ They showed courage, creativity and enthusiasm while presenting their ideas.
To make the experience even more realistic, the children visited our voting booths and used ballot papers to cast their votes. 🗳️✅ Everyone enjoyed taking part in the election process and getting a real taste of how democracy works.
We are incredibly proud of all the children who put themselves forward as candidates. 👏🌟 Congratulations to our newly elected School Council representatives: Sam from Birch Class and Tommy from Elm Class
We know they will do a fantastic job representing their classmates and helping to make our school an even better place! 🏫❤️
Well done, Year Two! 🎉👏🗳️✨
Year 5 - School Council Elections
Date: 24th Sep 2026 @ 2:35pm
At Boundary Primary School, democracy is one of the key British Values that we promote, helping children understand the importance of having a voice and making fair decisions together.
Pupils who wished to become our School Council representative confidently put themselves forward as candidates. They prepared and shared their manifestos with the class, explaining why they would be a good representative and how they could help improve school life for everyone. Each candidate spoke clearly about their ideas, listened respectfully to questions, and demonstrated great confidence and responsibility.
The class listened carefully to every manifesto, showing respect for different opinions and recognising that everyone had the right to share their views. After hearing from all of the candidates, pupils took part in a vote. This allowed everyone to have an equal say in choosing their representative, just as citizens do in democratic elections.
We were incredibly proud of all the candidates for their courage and enthusiasm. The election helped us develop our understanding of democracy, respect and responsibility, while reminding us that every vote counts and every voice matters.
Year 4 - Class School Council Elections
Date: 24th Sep 2026 @ 12:03pm
Class School Council Elections
This week, our class took part in an exciting School Council election, giving us the opportunity to experience democracy in action. At Boundary Primary School, democracy is one of the key British Values that we promote, helping children understand the importance of having a voice and making fair decisions together.
Pupils who wished to become our School Council representative confidently put themselves forward as candidates. They prepared and shared their manifestos with the class, explaining why they would be a good representative and how they could help improve school life for everyone. Each candidate spoke clearly about their ideas, listened respectfully to questions, and demonstrated great confidence and responsibility.
The class listened carefully to every manifesto, showing respect for different opinions and recognising that everyone had the right to share their views. After hearing from all of the candidates, pupils took part in a vote. This allowed everyone to have an equal say in choosing their representative, just as citizens do in democratic elections.
We were incredibly proud of all the candidates for their courage and enthusiasm. The election helped us develop our understanding of democracy, respect and responsibility, while reminding us that every vote counts and every voice matters.
Date: 23rd Sep 2026 @ 1:13pm
Boundary Primary School Council Elections 2026
Today, the whole school took part in the School Council Elections. Any child who wished to run for School Councillor had the opportunity to write a manifesto, explain why they would make a good representative, and present their ideas to their class.
After listening carefully to each candidate, the children took part in a secret ballot vote. The votes were then counted, verified, and the results announced during a special results assembly.
This activity provided a wonderful opportunity for children to experience the British Value of Democracy firsthand. They learnt that everyone has a voice, that different opinions should be respected, and that decisions can be made fairly through voting. By taking part in the election process, our pupils developed a greater understanding of how democratic systems work and the importance of making informed choices.
We are incredibly proud of all the children who worked hard to write and deliver their manifestos, listened respectfully to their peers, and participated in a fair and democratic election process.
Congratulations to our newly elected School Councillors! We look forward to seeing the positive contributions they will make to our school community throughout the year.
Year 6 - School Council Elections
Date: 22nd Sep 2026 @ 2:56pm
🗳️ School Council Elections 2026 🗳️
This week, excitement filled the classrooms as Year 6 took part in our School Council elections! 🌟
Children who wished to become School Council representatives put themselves forward and prepared speeches explaining why they would be a great choice for the role. 🎤😊 Each candidate spoke confidently in front of their peers, sharing their ideas for improving our school and explaining how they would represent the views of their classmates.
The candidates demonstrated courage, confidence and excellent communication skills as they delivered their speeches. 👏✨ It was wonderful to hear so many thoughtful suggestions and see children willing to take on responsibility for making our school an even better place.
Once all speeches had been delivered, each class took part in a democratic vote. ✅🗳️ The children carefully considered the candidates before casting their votes, learning first-hand about the importance of democracy and having a voice in decisions that affect their school community.
This process helped the children to understand how elections work and why it is important that everyone has the opportunity to express their opinions respectfully. 🤝🌍 The voting was conducted fairly, and the children showed great maturity throughout the entire process.
We would like to congratulate all of the candidates who put themselves forward. 🌟 Regardless of the outcome, every child showed bravery by standing in front of their classmates and sharing their ideas. We are incredibly proud of everyone who participated and look forward to seeing our newly elected School Council representatives begin their important work this year! 🎉🏫💙
Date: 18th Sep 2026 @ 3:45pm
This week during our Always Time reward session, Rowan Class enjoyed taking part in some fun Silly Science and Challenge Games. The children were set two exciting challenges: using centrifugal force to remove an orange from the bottom of a jug without touching it, and using their understanding of Archimedes’ principle to lift a pen out of a cylinder of water. There was lots of discussion, teamwork and laughter as pupils tested their ideas and celebrated their successes. It was fantastic to see everyone engaged, problem-solving and having fun as a reward for making positive choices throughout the week. 🍊🖊️🔬
Date: 18th Sep 2026 @ 2:47pm
Date: 18th Sep 2026 @ 10:51am
This week, we have been enjoying the story No-Bot, the Robot with No Bottom, a funny picture book about Bernard the Robot, who loses his bottom and goes on an exciting adventure to find it again.
Inspired by the story, we took part in lots of robot-themed activities. We painted robots, created robot pictures using a variety of art materials, and made robots using different shapes during transient art activities at the maths table. We also explored patterns by continuing and creating our own robot patterns.
Alongside our learning about robots, we talked about what it means to be a good friend. The children shared their ideas about friendship and discussed how being kind, helpful, caring and respectful are important ways to show we are a good friend to others, as well as being our School Values too.
We have had a wonderful week full of creativity, learning and fun!
Date: 16th Sep 2026 @ 8:41pm
Some of our nursery children have recently been taking part in a Shared Experience. These are designed to support their communication and language skills, as well as their social and emotional development.
Through a range of fun, engaging activities, the children have been encouraged to interact with their peers whilst building their communication and language skills. It has been wonderful to see their confidence grow as they build relationships, develop listening skills, and enjoy positive shared experiences together.
We are incredibly proud of the children's enthusiasm and progress and look forward to seeing them continue to flourish through these valuable sessions. 😊✨
Children of Boundary Welcome Duke of Edinburgh to Stanley Park
Date: 15th Sep 2026 @ 4:29pm
School Council Elections Launch 2026
Date: 14th Sep 2026 @ 5:14pm
School Council Elections Are Here!
This week marks the exciting launch of our School Council Elections, giving pupils the opportunity to have their voices heard and play an important role in shaping school life.
The elections officially began today with a whole-school assembly, where children learned about the British Value of democracy, why voting is important, and what it means to be a School Councillor.
During the assembly, pupils explored the qualities and characteristics that make an effective School Councillor. They discussed the importance of leadership, responsibility, listening to others, and representing their classmates. Children also learned how they can promote themselves positively and encourage their peers to vote for them.
Being a member of the School Council is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference, share ideas, and help improve our school community. It is a role that requires commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to listen to and represent others.
Could You Be Our Next School Councillor?
Do you have great ideas? Are you a good listener? Do you want to help make our school even better?
If so, your school needs YOU!
Year 5 - PSHE: Our Always Promises
Date: 7th Sep 2026 @ 4:20pm
At the start of the lesson, the children were challenged to remember as many of the Always Promises as possible but it had to be the exact wording – working together and building on the answers of others they did just that!
Next, each table was given an Always Promise and asked to right down firstly, a definition and secondly an example of what that Always Promise would look like if someone was keeping that promise – we then rotated around the tables to repeat the task.
Date: 6th Sep 2026 @ 7:35pm
This week our Reception children stayed for lunch for the first time, and they did a fantastic job! The children lined up smartly and were encouraged to use their manners as they politely asked for their dinner choices and selected items from our salad bar. Staff supported the children in sitting sensibly at the table, demonstrating good table manners, and using their knife and fork to cut and eat their food independently. It was lovely to hear the children chatting happily with one another whilst enjoying their lunch and making new friendships. In order to support the children you can encourage these important routines at home by ensuring meal time is a a calm and sociable time. Ensuring the children sit at a table practising good table manners using cutlery independently during mealtimes it improtamt to children's social development. It is the perfect opportunity for families to spend some quality time together finding out about what each other have been doing.
Date: 6th Sep 2026 @ 7:20pm
We would like to give a very warm welcome to all of our new Reception children who have made a fantastic start to their school journey!
It has been wonderful to see the children arrive each day looking so smart in their new school uniforms. They have come into school with huge smiles on their faces and lots of excitement as they begin this new adventure. The children have been busy exploring their new classroom and discovering all of the exciting activities and learning areas available to them. They have enjoyed getting to know their teachers and support staff, who have been so impressed by their enthusiasm, confidence and positive attitudes
. The children have been chatting, playing together and helping one another as they settle into school life. The Reception team has also been introducing the children to the classroom rules and daily routines. They have been learning how to look after their learning environment, listen carefully during carpet time, and follow instructions to help everyone learn safely and happily together.
. We look forward to sharing many more exciting learning experiences and achievements with you throughout the year. Well done, Reception, on a fantastic first week! We can't wait to see what adventures lie ahead.
Year 5: Resilience is Rewarding!
Date: 21st Jul 2026 @ 12:32pm
This challenge was a fantastic opportunity for the children in Rowan Class to develop their resilience, perseverance, and gross motor skills. The children were tasked with getting a ball into a cup without touching the ball with their hands, encouraging them to think creatively and work together to solve the problem.
At first, many of the children found the task tricky and needed several attempts before they were successful. Rather than giving up, they demonstrated great perseverance, trying different strategies and learning from each attempt. It was wonderful to see their determination grow as they faced challenges and kept going, even when things did not work the first time.
The activity also helped to strengthen the children's gross motor skills as they used coordinated body movements to control and guide the ball. They practised balance, coordination, and spatial awareness while carefully manoeuvring the ball towards the cup.
Most importantly, the children showed resilience throughout the activity. They embraced mistakes as learning opportunities, adapted their approaches, and celebrated each other's successes. By the end of the lesson, there were many proud smiles as the children achieved their goal through teamwork, problem-solving, and a positive attitude.
We are incredibly proud of the determination and effort shown by everyone in Rowan Class. Well done, Rowan Class! 🌟
Date: 16th Jul 2026 @ 1:56pm
As part of our History topic on World War II, Year 3 enjoyed an exciting and informative visit to Hangar 42 in Blackpool.
Throughout the day, we learned all about what life was like during the war. We discovered how evacuees were sent away from cities to stay safe in the countryside and found out about the challenges they faced being away from their families. We also learned about The Blitz and how people showed great courage during the bombing raids.
One of our favourite parts of the visit was learning about the important role of women during the war. We were amazed to discover the many different jobs women carried out to help support the war effort, both at home and on the front line.
We also had the chance to learn about Morse code and even tried sending messages ourselves. It was great fun and helped us understand how people communicated before modern technology.
The highlight of the day came at the end of the visit when two lucky children, who scored the highest in the quiz, won the opportunity to sit inside a real Spitfire aircraft! What an unforgettable experience and a very special reward for their excellent listening and learning throughout the day.
Year 5 - Visit to the Mobile Farm
Date: 15th Jul 2026 @ 11:30am
Year 5 were delighted to welcome Mobile Farm this morning The children had the excitingopportunity to meet and learn about a variety of farm animals up close.
During the visit, pupils met goats, sheep, a donkey, a dog, and a pig, along with several other friendly animals. The children listened carefully to interesting facts about the animals, including how they are cared for and the important role they play on a farm. Many pupils enjoyed asking questions and sharing their own knowledge and experiences. The visit provided a fantastic hands-on learning experience, allowing pupils to observe the animals closely and appreciate the different characteristics of each one. It was lovely to see the excitement on their faces as they interacted with the animals in the sunshine.
Year 4 - A Visit from the Mobile Farm
Date: 15th Jul 2026 @ 10:47am
Year 4: A Visit from the Mobile Farm
Year 4 were delighted to welcome Mobile Farm to school on a sunny Wednesday morning. The children had a wonderful opportunity to meet and learn about a variety of farm animals up close.
During the visit, pupils met goats, sheep, a donkey, a dog, and a pig, along with several other friendly animals. The children listened carefully to interesting facts about the animals, including how they are cared for and the important role they play on a farm. Many pupils enjoyed asking questions and sharing their own knowledge and experiences.
The visit provided a fantastic hands-on learning experience, allowing pupils to observe the animals closely and appreciate the different characteristics of each one. It was lovely to see the excitement on their faces as they interacted with the animals in the sunshine.
The morning was both educational and memorable, and Year 4 demonstrated excellent behaviour, curiosity, and respect throughout the visit. A big thank you to Mobile Farm for bringing the farm to us and giving the children such a special experience!
Date: 13th Jul 2026 @ 10:31am
👮♂️🎒 Preparing for High School – A Visit from the Police 🎒👮♀️
Today, Year 6 had an important visit from local police officers, who spoke to us about the exciting transition to high school and some of the new situations and risks we may face as we get older.
The officers talked about the many positive opportunities that come with starting secondary school, such as making new friends, becoming more independent and taking on greater responsibility. They also discussed some of the challenges we might encounter and how to make safe and sensible choices.
We learnt about:
- ✅ Staying safe when travelling to and from school
- ✅ The importance of making good decisions and choosing positive friendships
- ✅ How to stay safe online and on social media
- ✅ What to do if we feel pressured to do something that makes us uncomfortable
- ✅ Who to speak to if we have any worries or concerns
The police officers encouraged us to think carefully about our actions and reminded us that there is always support available from trusted adults, teachers, family members and the police.
The session was informative and engaging, helping us feel more confident about the move to high school. It gave us lots of useful advice about staying safe, being responsible and making positive choices as we begin this exciting new chapter.
A big thank you to the police officers for sharing their knowledge and helping us prepare for the future! 🌟📚🚔
Reception-Role Play Ice- Cream Shop
Date: 10th Jul 2026 @ 11:05am
Our Reception children had lots of fun in our Ice Cream Shop role-play area. They enjoyed taking on different roles, including being shopkeepers and customers, as they practised buying and selling ice creams.
The children used their speaking and listening skills to take orders, serve customers, and handle payments. They showed great imagination and confidence as they acted out real-life situations.
To make the role play even more exciting, the children dressed in their summer clothes ready for a trip to the beach. They wore hats, sunglasses, and other holiday outfits, helping to bring the seaside theme to life.
Everyone had a wonderful time learning through play, developing their communication, social, and maths skills while having plenty of fun together. 🍦☀️🏖️
"My favourite flavour ice cream is strawberry" Cherry
"I'm wearing the flip flops- I'm going to go to the beach with my ice cream" Zara
"I'm selling ice-lollies and ice creams to Harley and Dolcie" Theo
Reception- Our Trip To The Beach
Date: 10th Jul 2026 @ 10:55am
We had a very exciting trip to St Anne's-on-the-Sea. We travelled through Blackpool town centre and along the promenade before arriving at the beach.
The sun was shining, the sky was a beautiful clear blue, and a gentle breeze helped to keep us cool. We were all well prepared to stay safe in the sun, wearing hats and sunglasses, applying sun cream, and drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated. We also enjoyed a lovely picnic lunch together.
After lunch, we showed how responsible we are by recycling our rubbish. We carefully sorted it into food waste, brown paper, and plastic, helping to look after our environment.
We worked as teams to build sandcastles, collect shells and pebbles to decorate them, and create roads around our castles. The winning team was Mrs McAllister's group, who did a fantastic job of building the biggest sandcastle on the beach!
After lunch, we had lots of fun playing What Time Is It, Mr Wolf? Before long, it was time to pack up our belongings and walk back to the bus. We were all tired but happy, and looking forward to enjoying an ice cream when we returned to school.
We were so tired after our busy day at the beach that some of us even fell asleep on the bus on the way home!
It was a wonderful day at the seaside and everyone had a fantastic time. 🌞🏖️🍦
Year 3 Glow In the Dark Dodgeball Fun!
Date: 9th Jul 2026 @ 5:24pm
What an exciting and energetic time Year 3 had during our Glow in the Dark Dodgeball event! The hall was transformed into a neon wonderland as the children arrived ready for action, dressed in bright neon bibs and colourful sweatbands that glowed brilliantly under the lights.
The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement from the moment the games began. The children showed fantastic enthusiasm as they competed against one another in a series of fast-paced dodgeball matches. There were plenty of dodges, catches and throws, with everyone giving their best effort while having lots of fun.
As the neon colours lit up the hall, the children worked hard to encourage their teammates and demonstrated excellent sportsmanship throughout the event. It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces, cheering each other on and celebrating both victories and great individual performances.
The glow-in-the-dark theme made the experience even more memorable, creating a unique and exciting environment that the children absolutely loved. The neon bibs and sweatbands added to the fun, helping everyone get into the spirit of the event.
Most importantly, the session encouraged the children to stay active, develop their teamwork skills and build their confidence while enjoying some friendly competition with their classmates.
A huge well done to all of Year 3 for their fantastic participation, positive attitudes and excellent behaviour. It was a glowing success, and we look forward to more fun sporting events in the future! 🌟🏐💚💛🩷💙
