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7 months ago
Posted on October 10, 2023 by Jen Whittingham

Y4 Football @ Packwood

On Wednesday 4th October, nine Y4 children took the short walk up to Packwood Haugh School for the U9’s Mixed Football Festival!

The first match was verses Baschurch.

Otto, our captain was in goal, with the rest of the team defending and pushing forward well. On the final whistle Ruyton held Baschurch to a 0-0 draw!

The second match was verses West Felton.

This time Thomas was our goalie, with Sam and Isaac supporting in defence.

The first goal of the match came from Otto, with two further goals coming from Archie!

Resulting in a convincing 3-0 win to Ruyton!

The last match was against a very strong Packwood Haugh. Issac stepped up to be in goal, with Otto and Thomas in defence.

Laila, Robyn and Evie took the central position, with Archie, Magnus and Sam upfront!

Though this game ended in a 1-0 defeat…everyone on the team worked hard and showed great determination!

All the children showed excellent sportsmanship! But special mentions go to Magnus for his amazing throw ins, Otto for his incredible crossing balls and Robyn for her brave defending!

Well done Ruyton!

7 months ago
Posted on October 6, 2023 by Zoe Horton

Weekly Celebrations – 6th October

Weekly Celebrations

School Value Ambassadors (earning House Points with one pupil chosen each week per year group, awarded by teachers for showing one of our school values):

Year 6 – Lucy for ‘Wisdom’ – Lucy has shared her knowledge in all her lessons recently and is playing a super-active role in class!

Year 5 Bella for ‘Friendship’ : Bella is a wonderful friends to everyone (especially Charlie) well done Bella.

Year 4 Thalia for ‘Perseverance’: Thalia always works carefully and thoughtfully

Year 3 Oscar for ‘Hope’, ‘Respect’ and ‘Wisdom’: Oscar was really engaged and excited by the STEM talk where we met Jack.

Year 2 Zander for ‘Love’, ‘Friendship’ and ‘Respect’: Zander is a kind and caring member of Rabbits Class. He is always first to offer help to other children and he is a super role model.

Year 1 Delilah for ‘Perseverance’: Delilah has been working really hard this week. She has persevered with things she’s found tricky and is becoming much more independant. It’s lovely to hear how hard you’re working at home too!

Reception Harrison for ‘Perseverance’ and ‘Respect’: Harrison has been working really hard, listening well and following instructions – all with super manners! He has had a super week!

Raffle ticket winners (awarded by staff for lining-up or behaviour around school)

Plus an extra winner in Rabbits Class as they had the most tickets this week, and another for being the superstars of Worship this week 👏

Congratulations to all our winners this week!

Other celebrations:

Congratulations to Maggie who has received a certificate for swimming. She told us about how she had to dive and swim under water and do breaststroke! Keep it up Maggie!

A fond farewell…!

We said a fond farewell to Mrs Viner today. She has worked at St John’s for 10 years! We’ve figured out Mrs Viner has worked in all the classrooms with all the teachers during her time at Ruyton. Mental health is something that is very important to Mrs Viner and she has supported children and adults at school with this during her time here. She has very kindly gifted us some books about mental health and some new footballs! She is loved by us all and we wish her the best of luck in her new role within the NHS.

And let’s all remember in the words of Mrs Viner – Be Kind Always!

8 months ago
Posted on September 29, 2023 by Jen Whittingham

Weekly Celebrations – 29th September

Weekly Celebrations

School Value Ambassadors (earning House Points with one pupil chosen each week per year group, awarded by teachers for showing one of our school values):

Year 6 – Maia for ‘Love’ : Maia always goes that extra step to make people feel welcome and good about themselves – especially adults!

Year 5 Millie for ‘Wisdom’ : Millie has been buzzing with ideas and answers in all her learning – a cracking effort this week!

Year 4 Otto for ‘Respect’ : Otto consistently shows respect to his friends and all the adults in school. Thank you.

Year 3 Beau for ‘Respect’: Beau consistently shows respect to her friends and all the adults in school. Thank you Beau!

Year 2 Lexi for ‘Tolerance’, ‘Friendship’ and ‘Wisdom’: Lexi is always willing to help others when they are finding something tricky. Thank you Lexi, you’re a great help to Miss Horton too!

Year 1 Mav for Love and Wisdom: Mav had some really thoughtful ideas in our PSHE lesson about ‘uncomfortable feelings’. Well done Mav!

Reception Elsie for Friendship and Wisdom: Elsie is always very kind and considerate to her friends, she is always there to help her friends.

Raffle ticket winners (awarded by staff for lining-up or behaviour around school)

Plus an extra winner in Hedgehogs Class as they had the most tickets this week, and another for being the superstars of Worship this week 👏

Congratulations to all our winners this week!

Other celebrations:

Congratulations to Eva and Brooke for earning their Bronze Rookie lifeguard awards!

Whilst Elsie has, incredibly, achieved her GOLD Rookie lifeguard award! This involved learning about the effect of cold water on the body, including shock and CPR.

Actress in the making

Tilly (Year 5) told us all about her recent achievements with her acting group where she played the role of an orphan in Annie at Theatre Severn! Amazing Tillly.

A final farewell…!

And of course, we spent time saying a very special farewell to our wonderful Mrs Mukhopadhyay who has been with us at Ruyton since 2015! She is moving on to a career in the NHS; we will miss her very much and wish her all the very best of luck in the future. Thank you for everything Mrs Mukhopadhyay.

8 months ago
Posted on September 22, 2023 by Jen Whittingham

Celebrations of the Week: 22nd September

Weekly Celebrations :

Football Round-Robin – the season starts

We celebrated our fantastic football teams this morning following their first fixtures of the new school year. Last night, Ruyton hosted a round-robin tournament where Baschurch and Myddle primary school were invited to come and play. It was fantastic to see both of our school fields full of matches, with TWO pitches for the girls’ teams and another for the boys, plus lots of supporters on the sideline!

A special congratulations to all our players who were playing their first ever match last night, particularly amongst the girls: we were so proud to see 14 of our Year 5/6 girls wanting to play and compete! Also to the boy’s team who are made up of mostly Year 4s this year – what a cracking effort to hold some tough teams to close games. We can’t wait for the next match already!

School Value Ambassadors (earning House Points with one pupil chosen each week per year group, awarded by teachers for showing one of our school values):

Year 6 – Jackson for ‘Perseverance’ : Jackson is trying so hard in everything: from PE (especially the football match), English, every Maths lesson and how he conducts himself around school. Star!

Year 5 Percy for ‘Perseverance’ and ‘Wisdom’ : Percy is giving a top-effort to his learning every day. He is a role-model in class at Year 5, well done!

Year 4 Isaac for ‘Friendship’ : Isaac shows excellent friendship to others, particularly in PSHE this week.

Year 3 Oscar for ‘Perseverance’: Oscar always works hard and tries his best every day.

Year 2 Seren for ‘Wisdom’: Seren always shares her ideas in our class discussions. She has a very grown-up way of thinking!

Year 1 Imogen for Perseverance: Seren approaches all aspects of school with positivity (and a big smile!) even when she finds something tricky.

Reception Cordelia for Respect and Wisdom: Cordelia always has beautiful manners, thinks sensibly and is a super role-model. Cordelia – you are super!

Bumblebees Ethan: For his wonderful attitude to learning!

Raffle ticket winners (awarded by staff for lining-up or behaviour around school)

Plus an extra winner in Rabbit Class as they had the most tickets this week, and another for being the superstars of Worship this week 👏

Congratulations to all our winners this week!

Other celebrations:

Super swimmer!

Congratulations Blake for achieving his Level 6 ‘Learn to Swim’! It sounded impressive with all the skills he had to show to achieve this, well done Blake.

Singing sensation!

Well done Lexie for showing off her singing skills (with much enthusiasm by the sounds of it!) and earning this trophy from Little Embers in Shrewsbury.

Our very own Rookie Lifeguard

Congratulations Brooke for achieving her Bronze Level of the Rookie lifeguard award. Brooke described how she had to bring a dummy to the surface of the water for this award; well done Brooke, we’re really proud of you.

8 months ago
Posted on September 15, 2023 by Jen Whittingham

Celebration Assembly 15th September

Weekly Celebrations :

Homegrown Show Winners!

Congratulations to all our winners of the categories for the Homegrown Show which took place in the village last weekend. Our children produced some fantastic art which were very much enjoyed by the judges – well done everyone!

School Value Ambassadors (earning House Points with one pupil chosen each week per year group, awarded by teachers for showing one of our school values):

Year 6 – Tilly for ‘Respect’ and ‘Wisdom’ : Tilly has worked brilliantly by showing us what she is really capable of; her passionate writing about tigers has inspired us all.

Year 5 Sophia for ‘Hope’ and ‘Friendship’ : Sophia has already brought many smiles, much fun and friendship to the classroom! Thank you Sophia!

Year 4 Magnus for ‘Perseverance’ : Magnus has done some fantastic work in maths this week – well done!

Year 3 Charlie for ‘Wisdom’: Isaac has confidently shared his ideas and knowledge this week.

Year 2 Aoife for ‘Friendship’ and ‘Love’: Aoife is such a kind and helpful member of class. She cares about everyone in class and wants them to do well.

Year 1 Laurie for Wisdom: Laurie is a phonics superstar! He uses what he already knows to help him with his reading and writing.

Reception Memphis for Friendship and Respect: Great listening to adults and friends, very caring and thoughtful – well done Memphis!

Bumblebees Julian: For settling into Bumblebees so well – it is like he has always been there!

Raffle ticket winners (awarded by staff for lining-up or behaviour around school)

Plus an extra winner in Rabbit Class as they had the most tickets this week 👏

Congratulations to all our winners this week.

Other celebrations:

Super swimmer!

Congratulations Nancy on achieving her 20 metre swimming distance badge!

Fantastic footballer!

Well done Magnus for achieving this medal at his football club (Baschurch) where he played as Goalkeeper against older children too – very brave Magnus!

8 months ago
Posted on September 8, 2023 by Jen Whittingham

Weekly Celebration Assembly – 8th September

Welcome back to our new school year. The children have all made a super start; each class has been full of learning and laughter already! Today’s photographer also took the time to comment on how impressed she was by all the children with their listening skills and respect. Well done everyone!

Weekly Celebrations :

School Value Ambassadors (earning House Points with one pupil chosen each week per year group, awarded by teachers for showing one of our school values):

Year 6 – Lylah for ‘Hope’ : Lylah has made a super start to her Year 6 at Ruyton: working hard, making friends and even applying for the school councils!

Year 5 Tilly for ‘Wisdom’ : Tilly’s speech in the Council elections was inspiring; showing a depth of thought. She’s given great answers in class all week too!

Year 4 Layla for ‘Friendship’ : Layla has made an excellent start to her new school, making friends and showing care towards others.

Year 3 Isaac for ‘Wisdom’: Isaac has confidently shared his ideas and knowledge this week.

Year 2 Nancy for ‘Respect’ and ‘Wisdom’: Nancy has been a super role-model to others in Rabbit Class – keep it up!

Year 1 Mwaita for Friendship: In PSHE we have been thinking about what makes us special but Mwaita wanted to think about what made others special. What a lovely thing to do!

Reception Jasmine for Trust and Friendship: For being very kind and caring to all her friends in Hedgehog Class and having a great first week.

Bumblebees Nancy: For helping new children settle into Bumblebees and always showing kindness!

Raffle ticket winners (awarded by staff for lining-up or behaviour around school)

Plus an extra winner in Rabbit Class as they had the most tickets this week 👏

Congratulations to all our winners this week.

Reminders for next week:

Wednesday – dressing up for Roald Dahl Day!

Thursday – KS2 Visitor from the Dogs Trust (in school)

Friday – a day of celebration for World Afro Hair Day (in school event)

9 months ago
Posted on September 4, 2023 by Jen Whittingham

Dragonfly Class – Welcome Back

Welcome back to the new school year for 2023-24. We look forward to hearing all of your summer updates!

Here is Dragonfly Class timetable for this term:

Dragonfly Class Timetable Autumn 2023

Remember our school day starts at 8.45am with the door opening at 8.40am. A member of staff is always on the door to the hall so please feel free to use this as an opportunity to share communication.

Equipment will be provided in class, just make sure you bring Reading Books and Reading Diaries every day.

Clubs will resume in the third week; information will be sent with further details soon.

I look forward to seeing you all Tuesday 5th September at 8.45am!

Mrs Walters 🙂

11 months ago
Posted on June 30, 2023 by Jen Whittingham

Weekly celebrations 30.06.23

We’ve had website issues for a couple of weeks but are now up and running again… here are the weekly celebrations for the past two Fridays:

Acorn Awards (earning House Points with two pupils chosen per class; awarded by teachers for class-based work / learning attitudes):

Poppy – For super listening on the school trip

Millie– for super work and a positive attitude

Toby – for giving 100% in each lesson and listening well all week

Devon– fantastic discussion in class

Zander– for fantastic writing about the giant

Sebastian– for super perseverance in maths

Elsie – for being an all-round good egg all the time!

Elliot – for fantastic swimming achievements for North Shropshire

Raffle ticket winners (awarded by staff for lining-up or behaviour around school)

Plus an extra winner in Hedgehog Class as they had the most tickets this week 👏

Swimming Success!

Elliot has had massive success in his swimming this week. Mr Incles and Elliot has kindly sent us a swimming report:

North Shropshire West were competing against North Shropshire East, Telford, Bridgnorth and Shrewsbury – there are some great swimmers in here, so it was a competitive night. NSW apparently usually come bottom, but collectively (all boys, girls races combined), managed a fantastic third place. Nic was delighted.

There were individual races in backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly and freestyle as well as freestyle relays and medley relays – 24 events in total. Poolside was the usual hot, humid noisy chaos.

Elliot swam really well on the night. He came third in his individual fly heat and qualified for the final. In the final he had a great start but very narrowly missed out on the medals to finish fourth.

He swam the fly leg of the medley and he and the rest of the boys swam really well to get into the final. In the final they went for it and Elliot swam the fly leg again and blitzed it, getting out the pool and lying down for a couple of mins he was so tired. They placed third and Elliot picked up a medal for his efforts, which made his day/week/month!

Elliot – you are a superstar! Keep up the great effort.