Our School Year in Focus - Spring Term

At the start of the Spring Term, Our Lady of the Rosary marked the Feast of the Epiphany with a whole-school celebration that brought together learning, culture and community action.

As part of our commitment to Modern Foreign Languages, this year’s celebrations focused on Spanish traditions, helping pupils to deepen their understanding of the culture linked to the language they study across the school. Children came to school dressed in white and gold, reflecting the liturgical season, alongside the red and yellow of the Spanish flag, creating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.

Pupils took part in age-appropriate flamenco workshops, led by a professional dancer. These sessions combined music, movement and cultural storytelling, supporting pupils’ physical development, confidence and teamwork, while broadening their cultural awareness.

The day also included a strong element of community responsibility. Children were invited to bring a small baby gift, which were later donated to local charities supporting families and babies in need, including Home-Start Spelthorne and Baby Basics. This provided a meaningful opportunity for pupils to learn about generosity, social responsibility and the importance of helping others.

The celebration formed part of our wider commitment to providing a broad, rich curriculum, supporting pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, while strengthening links between learning in the classroom and the wider world.

'Voices of Hope' Oracy Project Launch

Our Voices of Hope oracy project was launched, with drama workshops for Year 5 and Year 6, each designed to develop pupils’ speaking and listening skills and support the writing and delivery of impactful speeches.

Through carefully structured drama techniques, pupils explored how to use their voices, body language and presence to communicate with confidence, clarity and intent. The sessions placed a strong emphasis on articulating ideas clearly, listening respectfully and responding thoughtfully to others.

During their workshop, Year 5 focused on persuasive speaking linked to global issues, including climate change, global warming and rising sea levels. Year 6 explored how to construct public arguments that call for hopeful action, addressing themes of injustice and inequality.

Across both workshops, pupils demonstrated enthusiasm, maturity and creativity. The sessions provided practical strategies that will continue to support high-quality oracy, writing and presentation across the curriculum.