Bedford Road Primary Academy
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Providing a rigorous, knowledge-based education for all.
It has been a busy but exciting final week of term, full of many learning opporinunities and lots of festive fun throughout the school. Wishing you all a wonderful break! 🎄✨⛄
December 17, 2025 at 2:05 PM
It has been a busy but exciting final week of term, full of many learning opporinunities and lots of festive fun throughout the school. Wishing you all a wonderful break! 🎄✨⛄
Year 6 have been writing about the unsung heroes of WWI, the animals. Look at this
fabulous writing. Well done Year 6!
fabulous writing. Well done Year 6!
December 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Year 6 have been writing about the unsung heroes of WWI, the animals. Look at this
fabulous writing. Well done Year 6!
fabulous writing. Well done Year 6!
Year 2 had a wonderful time last Tuesday when the visited the Verulamium in St Albans. Year 2 are learning all about the Romans in class and on this trip, got to look at Roman coins, artefacts, mosaics and Roman ruins. They also go to dress up!
December 11, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Year 2 had a wonderful time last Tuesday when the visited the Verulamium in St Albans. Year 2 are learning all about the Romans in class and on this trip, got to look at Roman coins, artefacts, mosaics and Roman ruins. They also go to dress up!
Last week EYFS had a great time at Forest School. They explored the mud kitchen,
made dens, used binoculars and collected treasures in treasure baskets.
made dens, used binoculars and collected treasures in treasure baskets.
December 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Last week EYFS had a great time at Forest School. They explored the mud kitchen,
made dens, used binoculars and collected treasures in treasure baskets.
made dens, used binoculars and collected treasures in treasure baskets.
Year 4 have been busy in Forest School! Take a look at what they've been up to:
November 27, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Year 4 have been busy in Forest School! Take a look at what they've been up to:
Here are some brilliant examples of the Islamic Art Year 5 have created for their Islamic Art and Architecture topic!
November 26, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Here are some brilliant examples of the Islamic Art Year 5 have created for their Islamic Art and Architecture topic!
Last week, Year 4 learnt about Mediterranean Europe and how its mild climate helps olives and grapes grow. They enjoyed tasting olives from Italy and Greece, as well as grapes from Italy.
November 25, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Last week, Year 4 learnt about Mediterranean Europe and how its mild climate helps olives and grapes grow. They enjoyed tasting olives from Italy and Greece, as well as grapes from Italy.
Last week EYFS celebrated National Michael Rosen Day. Rosen Class enjoyed We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, made bear hats, listened to Chocolate Cake while eating cake, recited Welly Boots, and made jelly. The children had a fantastic time!
November 24, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Last week EYFS celebrated National Michael Rosen Day. Rosen Class enjoyed We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, made bear hats, listened to Chocolate Cake while eating cake, recited Welly Boots, and made jelly. The children had a fantastic time!
OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) is going really well across the school. It is so nice to see the children playing with a variety of new and different resources. Thank you Miss Warren and Mr Harper for organising all things OPAL.
November 20, 2025 at 2:03 PM
OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) is going really well across the school. It is so nice to see the children playing with a variety of new and different resources. Thank you Miss Warren and Mr Harper for organising all things OPAL.
A massive thank you to Mrs Crocker and the school Librarians for their efforts getting the library re stocked and set up to be used. The library is open every lunchtime for the children to use.
November 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
A massive thank you to Mrs Crocker and the school Librarians for their efforts getting the library re stocked and set up to be used. The library is open every lunchtime for the children to use.
Last week, our school community joined thousands across the country in celebrating Odd Socks Day as part of #AntiBullyingWeek. Thank you to everyone who took part and helped spread the message that it’s okay to stand out.
November 17, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Last week, our school community joined thousands across the country in celebrating Odd Socks Day as part of #AntiBullyingWeek. Thank you to everyone who took part and helped spread the message that it’s okay to stand out.
Last week, some of our Year 5 children were trained as "Young Leaders" and worked with some of the younger children to lead some PE activities. Well done to all of our Young Leaders, the children really enjoyed the activities you led!
November 12, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Last week, some of our Year 5 children were trained as "Young Leaders" and worked with some of the younger children to lead some PE activities. Well done to all of our Young Leaders, the children really enjoyed the activities you led!
EYFS had a busy first half term settling into school, making new friends and having lots of fun. Outside in the garden, the children have had lots of fun rolling conkers, raking up the leaves and enjoyed their first Forest School session last week with an Autumn walk.
November 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM
EYFS had a busy first half term settling into school, making new friends and having lots of fun. Outside in the garden, the children have had lots of fun rolling conkers, raking up the leaves and enjoyed their first Forest School session last week with an Autumn walk.
A message from our new Chair of Governors, sharing his commitment to our continued growth and success.
November 7, 2025 at 5:03 PM
A message from our new Chair of Governors, sharing his commitment to our continued growth and success.
Last half term, Year 1 explored cooking in DT, learning about healthy eating and how fruits and vegetables grow. They made Bean dip and Tzatziki, practising safe cutting skills using the bridge and claw method. Not everyone loved the taste, but they all enjoyed the experience!
November 5, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Last half term, Year 1 explored cooking in DT, learning about healthy eating and how fruits and vegetables grow. They made Bean dip and Tzatziki, practising safe cutting skills using the bridge and claw method. Not everyone loved the taste, but they all enjoyed the experience!
Last half term, Y4 showcased their sewing skills in Design and Technology by creating beautiful cushions. They practised running and overcast stitches, designed unique appliqué decorations, and carefully chose materials. The children were so proud of their fantastic creations!
November 3, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Last half term, Y4 showcased their sewing skills in Design and Technology by creating beautiful cushions. They practised running and overcast stitches, designed unique appliqué decorations, and carefully chose materials. The children were so proud of their fantastic creations!
Last week, pupils enjoyed celebrating their Spanish learning with games like “Los colores,” flag-making, and a special lunch treat. Some classes even tried flamenco dancing, creating a vibrant atmosphere full of fun and appreciation for language learning. ¡Gracias a todos!
October 30, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Last week, pupils enjoyed celebrating their Spanish learning with games like “Los colores,” flag-making, and a special lunch treat. Some classes even tried flamenco dancing, creating a vibrant atmosphere full of fun and appreciation for language learning. ¡Gracias a todos!
Pupils have been having a great time in forest school over the last half term - look at what they're getting up to! 🌱
October 29, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Pupils have been having a great time in forest school over the last half term - look at what they're getting up to! 🌱
Year 1 have had a great time last week coding the Beebots - great work Year 1!
October 27, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Year 1 have had a great time last week coding the Beebots - great work Year 1!
Thank you to everyone who donated to our Harvest collection this year! Your donations will help families in need.
October 24, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Thank you to everyone who donated to our Harvest collection this year! Your donations will help families in need.
Year 3 have been very busy! In Art, they made vibrant flower prints, and in Science, they learned all about the digestive system - take a look!
October 23, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Year 3 have been very busy! In Art, they made vibrant flower prints, and in Science, they learned all about the digestive system - take a look!
Is your child due to start school in September 2026? We are delighted to invite prospective parents to our school for a tour of our newly refurbished Early Years provision. To book a place and for more admissions information, please visit our website.
October 23, 2025 at 7:03 AM
Is your child due to start school in September 2026? We are delighted to invite prospective parents to our school for a tour of our newly refurbished Early Years provision. To book a place and for more admissions information, please visit our website.
Last week in assembly, we proudly announced our first ever Head Boy and Head Girl! Congratulations to Jack & Vikky! Well done also to our new Deputy Head Boy & Girl, Huck and Evie. These student leaders will be key role models in our school community.
October 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Last week in assembly, we proudly announced our first ever Head Boy and Head Girl! Congratulations to Jack & Vikky! Well done also to our new Deputy Head Boy & Girl, Huck and Evie. These student leaders will be key role models in our school community.
Each week, we complete reading comprehension to check how well the children have read and understood what they are reading. Look at this reading comprehension from across the school!
October 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Each week, we complete reading comprehension to check how well the children have read and understood what they are reading. Look at this reading comprehension from across the school!
Look at this amazing artwork from across the school this week. We had a wonderful PKC Art Review Day and the outcomes are simply amazing!
October 7, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Look at this amazing artwork from across the school this week. We had a wonderful PKC Art Review Day and the outcomes are simply amazing!