Schoolchildren from across The Partnership Trust, a multi-academy trust serving schools in Bath and North East Somerset and Somerset, enjoyed a day of creativity, costumes and storytelling as they marked World Book Day on Thursday 5 March. At Hayesdown First School in Frome, pupils were inspired by the popular picture book The Day the Crayons...
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Hayesdown pupils shine on iconic Cheese and Grain stage
Hayesdown First School pupils took to one of Frome’s most famous stages, performing their Nativity at the iconic Cheese and Grain – a venue that has welcomed artists such as Paul McCartney and the Foo Fighters. In total, 240 children brought the Christmas story to life with a modern twist. Years One to Four performed...
Frome MP opens new sensory room and presents Nurture Award at Hayesdown First School
Anna Sabine, MP for Frome and East Somerset, joined pupils and staff at Hayesdown First School last term to open its new sensory room. The Frome school has been praised for its nurturing practices, and Ms Sabine also presented the Marjorie Boxall Quality Mark Award (MBQMA) in a special assembly, in recognition of how it...
Hayesdown pupils ‘power down’ to improve the school’s carbon footprint
Children at Hayesdown First School in Frome took part in a ‘Power Down Day last month to help reduce the school’s carbon footprint. The initiative, promoted by Energy Sparks – a group that advises school on how to become more energy efficient, aims to raise awareness about energy conservation and promote eco-friendly practices among children,...
Hayesdown First School in Frome receives award for online safety
Hayesdown First School in Frome has been awarded the prestigious Online Safety Mark in recognition of its high standard of online safety education. The school had been through a rigorous assessment process, including a comprehensive self-review and a full day onsite audit. The assessor from South West Grid for Learning (SWGfL) spoke to children, parents,...
Hayesdown First School in Frome receives glowing praise in Ofsted inspection report
Following its 50th year commemorations in the summer, Hayesdown First School in Frome has a further reason to celebrate with a successful Ofsted inspection. Praised for its ‘clear vision for what all pupils can achieve’ the Frome First School was confirmed as ‘Good’, following an ungraded inspection in July. The inspector noted, ‘Pupils enjoy coming...
Hayesdown First School in Frome marks half a century with five days of celebrations
Hayesdown First School in Frome celebrated its 50th birthday last term with week-long series of celebrations. Former pupils and staff, including two former headteachers, Liz Stokes and Sue Heal, and former student, Joyce Golay (85), gathered with present-day students and staff as the school marked half a century of educating the children of Frome. The...