Acorns Sports Day
Acorns Sports Day was a fantastic success, with children enjoying an afternoon of fun, friendly competition and teamwork. The event began with a variety of exciting races, followed by field events including the ball throw, long jump, and Nerf throw. Every child gave their best effort, showing determination, and excellent sportsmanship throughout the afternoon. The […]
Acorns Open Assembly
The Acorns Open Assembly was a joyful finale to another fabulous year, filled with music, storytelling, and celebration on the theme of India. The Form 2 children shone as they sang The Bear Necessities from The Jungle Book film, followed by two beautifully performed instrumental pieces that showcased their growing musical talent. A performance of Rudyard Kipling’s The Elephant’s […]
Thank you, Mrs Rigby
As Mrs Rigby steps down from her role as Head of Acorns, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate her remarkable contribution to this very special part of Packwood. Over the years, Mrs Rigby has led Acorns with warmth, kindness and unwavering dedication. She has been a passionate advocate for our youngest children, recognising […]
Spotlight on Reception
Reception have made a fantastic start to the term, settling in with confidence, curiosity and a real enthusiasm for their learning. We have begun our exciting new topic on India, learning about how people live in different ways. The children have already explored the vibrant sights and sounds of Indian markets, even setting up their […]
Acorns Bikeability Sessions
Acorns Bikeability was a lively and engaging experience for our youngest pupils, who took to the AWS on balance and pedal bikes with great enthusiasm. Through a range of fun, carefully structured games, the children developed key skills such as balance, control, steering and spatial awareness, building both confidence and independence. It was amazing to see […]
Acorns Spring Open Assembly
The Acorns Open Assembly was a joyful celebration of confidence, creativity and learning in action, reflecting the spirit of Packwood’s nurturing and ambitious curriculum. Form 2 captivated the audience with fascinating facts about the Titanic, bringing history to life and ending with a powerful freeze-frame that captured the moment the Titanic was about to hit […]
Acorns Theme Day
Acorns recently enjoyed a fantastic Ice Worlds Theme Day, with the children taking part in a carousel of activities throughout the day, proudly dressed in their Ice Worlds costumes, which added to the excitement and sense of occasion. In small groups, they rotated between drama, where they explored how penguins move by waddling, sliding and flapping […]
Acorns Assembly
Friday 7th November was a day to remember as Acorns brought the magic of castles and crowns to life in our Turrets and Tiaras themed open assembly. The hall was filled with anticipation as families gathered to see the children showcase their learning. The morning began with Form 2 delivering an impressive fact-filled medley, sharing […]
Acorns Visit Ludlow Castle
The Acorns had a wonderful adventure on their trip to Ludlow Castle, exploring its towering walls and winding staircases. The children were full of excitement as they imagined what life might have been like for kings, queens and knights long ago. They enjoyed spotting arrow slits, peeking through the windows of the towers, and learning […]
Turrets and Tiaras – Acorns Theme Day
Last week, Acorns children arrived at school dressed as princesses, kings, and brave knights, ready to enjoy a special ‘Turrets and Tiaras’ theme day. During the morning, they took on three exciting tasks: designing coats of arms to discover how families once used symbols to represent themselves; creating “stained glass windows” with coloured paper to […]
