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  • A Celebration of Voices: Our Multilingual Storytime!

    Published 16/03/26

    Last Thursday, March 5th, as part of our World Book day, Curwen Primary School was filled with the wonderful sounds of different languages and cultures during our Multilingual Storytime. This special event gave children across the entire school the opportunity to choose a story and hear it brought to life by our talented staff members in a variety of languages, including Portuguese, Twi, Bengali, Mandarin, Romanian and Kweyol, to name but a few. It was a fantastic afternoon of discovery, laughter and pride. Whether children were hearing their own home language celebrated in the classroom or learning their very first words in a brand-new tongue, the engagement was truly inspiring. From interactive drumming and acting to learning about Caribbean superstitions and European folk tales, our pupils dived headfirst into the rich diversity of our school community.
    What our pupils had to say: The feedback from the children captures the magic of the afternoon perfectly:


    "The experience was super fun and interesting. I would like to learn more about languages."
    — Noor, 4DLR


    "I enjoyed hearing you read in a different language and learning my name." — Mila, 2G


    "I liked hearing the different languages and trying to work out the patterns or any words. I could read the English translation too, so I understood the story, but I really liked listening to a different language for its own sake." — Ana, 5A


    We want to say a huge thank you to all the staff who took the time to share their languages and heritage. As Miss Bryan (5CB) shared:
    "I absolutely loved sharing my language with the children who visited my class. They were engaged and very interested in the story... This makes me proud to be Dominican."


    Events like these remind us how lucky we are to belong to such a vibrant, multilingual school. We are already looking forward to our next storytelling adventure!

     

     

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  • World Book Day

    Published 10/03/26

     

     

     

     

     

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  • School Council Fundraising at the Christmas Fair

    Published 17/12/25

    Demonstrating impressive initiative and teamwork, the Curwen Primary School Student Council successfully managed a fundraising stall at the Christmas Fair. The members were highly enthusiastic, designing and running an interactive game and 'Guess the Sweets in the Jar.' Their commitment significantly contributed to the school's overall fundraising total. More importantly, this experience served as a valuable lesson in practical leadership, money management, and public engagement, ultimately boosting the students' self-confidence and reinforcing the value of actively participating in acts of service and generosity within the school community.

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  • House of Parliament trip with School Council

    Published 05/12/25

    A bright-eyed group of student representatives from Curwen Primary School recently traded the classroom for the grand halls of the Houses of Parliament. The School Council members embarked on a special trip to London to delve into the heart of British democracy and explore the rich history of Parliament.

    Their day began with a guided tour led by a Parliament Education Officer. The tour wove through the iconic Palace of Westminster, showcasing the awe-inspiring chambers of the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The students witnessed firsthand the hallowed spaces where crucial debates and decisions are made that shape the nation.

    But the learning went far beyond just seeing the sights. The tour incorporated interactive elements, allowing the School Council to engage with the democratic process. They learned about the roles of Members of Parliament (MPs) and Lords, how bills are passed into law, and the importance of a strong opposition.

    The day added more excitement when they got to meet James Asser, who is the MP for our local area. All pupils got involved by asking the MP different questions, which helped them to better understand his roles and responsibilities. 

    This educational trip proved to be much more than just a sightseeing adventure. It empowered the School Council to become more informed and engaged citizens. They returned to school brimming with newfound knowledge and a deeper appreciation for the democratic processes that shape their lives. Who knows, perhaps this visit has ignited a spark in a future generation of political leaders!

      

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  • Pupil Parliament Network meeting

    Published 28/11/25

    Our talented Pupil Parliament representatives recently attended the Newham Pupil Parliament Network meeting on November 24th.

    This was a fantastic opportunity for our young leaders to connect with peers from other schools, honing their debating skills and developing their abilities in oracy, advocacy, and representation. They reflected on their roles and duties and discussed what they need to do to become successful members of the Pupil Parliament. They also learnt how debates take place in the Houses of Parliament, culminating in a debate on the crucial topic of the Climate Crisis.

    We're incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication!

     

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  • Coram Shakespeare Schools Festival

    Published 28/11/25

    Recently, a group of children from Years 5 & 6 had the wonderful opportunity to perform their production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream as part of the Coram Shakespeare in Schools Festival. After many weeks of rehearsals, they performed their comedy at The Source, a professional arts venue in Stratford, in front of hundreds of their family, friends and many adults from school. The play was a huge success and brought lots of laughter from the audience. The children look forward to performing again in school, this time for year 5 & 6 next month.

     

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  • Celebrating Our Big Book Giveaway!

    Published 05/11/25

    We’re thrilled to share the success of last term's Big Book Giveaway! This special event was made possible through our partnership with the Children’s Book Project, a wonderful charity dedicated to tackling book poverty and helping every child experience the joy of owning their very own books.

    Thanks to their generosity, we received over 1,700 pre-loved and surplus books to give to our pupils this term. Each child had the exciting opportunity to choose two books to take home and keep forever — helping to inspire a lifelong love of reading.

    A huge thank you to the Children’s Book Project for their support, and to everyone who helped make this event such a success!
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  • Year 1 Pop-up book Big Outcome

    Published 14/07/25

    For Year 1's Summer Big Outcome, Parents and Carers joined the children in class to look at the amazing pop-up books that were made as part of their DT lessons.

    The children created their very own animal non-fictions books, which included some very clever features to make their books interactive. These included a range of mechanisms such as: levers, flaps, sliders and rotating parts. Our Parents and Carers even had a go at making their own!

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  • Ark Farm visit Curwen

    Published 14/07/25

    Nursery, Reception, KS1, Toddler Group and Oak Class were all treated to a visit from our friends at Ark Farm, who set up two mini farms in our playgrounds for the day.

    The children enjoyed asking questions about life at the farm and finding out about the animals, which is all part of their science learning. The farm included: ducks, sheep, donkeys, pigs and some VERY cheeky goats that kept jumping the fence to explore the Curwen playground!

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  • Big Walk and Wheel Campaign 2025

    Published 02/07/25

    Curwen secured third place in the UK's largest active travel initiative, the Sustrans Big Walk and Wheel 2025.

    Throughout this event, children engaged in various modes of transport to reach school, including walking, cycling, scooting, or roller skating. The goal was to inspire families to adopt active travel habits, enhancing health, improving air quality, and showcasing how these small changes can positively impact the environment.

    In addition, we organised Dr. Bike sessions for bike repairs and brake checks, as well as a Bling Your Wheels Day, where children had the opportunity to decorate their wheels with colourful streamers and spokes.

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  • ZOOLAB

    Published 01/07/25

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