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9M had a fantastic time walking up Hartshead Pike and around Knott Hill Reservoir. Five miles! There was strolling n rolling n playing n climbing n lots of nature to look at!👀 #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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It was handyman Lee's last visit of the year today. We finished the pallet seating and made a start on the new mud kitchen. All the pupils signed a THANKYOU card for Lee and gifted him some freshly picked veg for his tea!😊 #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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This week in KS3 Sensory 2, we dived into an exciting cooking adventure by making delicious fish fingers! Our food tech lesson beautifully linked with our ocean-themed topic, "Commotion in the Ocean." 🌊 The pupils engaged wholeheartedly, following the instructions with great enthusiasm. It was wonderful to see their faces light up as they crafted their very own fish fingers. They not only enjoyed the cooking process but were thrilled with the scrumptious finished dish! We are immensely proud of their efforts. Well done, everyone!👏 #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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Today the Digital Pathway hosted their annual photography gallery. This year the theme is “Where the Wild Things Are”.👹 We are really proud of the photographs that we have taken this year. ❤️ We also added our own 3D printed framed animals which everyone has commented on their quality and how stunning they look. 👏 Pupils were also able to buy 3D printed animal keyrings which everyone was excited about. Thank you to everyone who came to see our fantastic work and especially to those who have bought and ordered frames. 🖼️ The pupils have enjoyed this enterprise project and hosting the gallery today. We can’t wait to spend some of the profits next week on our end of year trip! 👀 #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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As part of our careers topic on entrepreneurs, pupils from 8A visited the Grains Bar Hotel in Oldham. We arrived and were given a warm welcome by the owner Lisa and were all given a drink in the comfy lounge area.☕️ We were then given a tour of the outside space. We met the maintenance manager, saw the cosy outdoor snug, the outdoor wedding space, the play fort, the log burner cabin, the brides suite and the swing seat outdoor bar which the pupils enjoyed role playing baristas. 😊 We even saw an owl, a peacock and some goats.🐐 We all then ventured back up to the hotel to see the stunning function room used for the weddings.👰🤵Pupils also went to the laundry to get the table cloths and started to set up the function room for a wedding planned for Saturday. They helped to move tables into place putting out the correct number of chairs, they put table numbers on the tables and were shown how to set up the cutlery, plates and salt and pepper. Lisa commented on how well they had all done.💬They then enjoyed their lunch in the ceremony room. Afterwards they had some time to relax and play on the wooden fort.🤩 Everyone had an amazing day and wanted to stay!❤️ Many thanks to Lisa at the Grains Bar Hotel for making our visit so epical and for answering all of the many questions that the pupils asked.😊 #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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This term in core ICT the KS4 pupils have been working on mini projects. 👌 They have been using their creative skills working individually or in small groups to create animated adverts, avatars, digital comic strips and games characters. 👾The pupils are really enjoying this topic and we are seeing some creative pieces of work. We definitely have some budding advert and comic makers among us! 🙌 #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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In their forest school lesson, pupils in 8G have made vehicles using forest floor items, where each team worked in groups and focused on developing positive communication skills, as well as resilience. The class really enjoyed the whole experience! ❤️ #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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Last week, pupils in the Food Tech pathway learnt about Spanish/Mexican food. They made empanadas and pico de gallo (a type of salsa). 🇪🇸 🇲🇽 Pupils finished by making crema catalana, a dish similar to crème brulee. They safely used the kitchen blow torch to caramelise the top. 🔥 #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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Pupils from the Horticulture pathway harvested some carrots this week and pupils from the Food pathway kindly made us 2 carrot cakes. They were delivered to us piping hot and we all enjoyed them. THANKYOU Food pathway! ❤️ #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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This week, pupils from Samuel Laycock School visited Manchester Metropolitan University as part of an Aim Higher experience. The trip gave our pupils a glimpse into university life—what it’s like to study there, how to get there through college, and the range of opportunities available once on campus. 👌 As well as touring the impressive facilities, pupils explored the many careers within a university, from teaching to catering, security and beyond. It was an eye-opening day that helped raise aspirations, spark curiosity, and show what’s possible in the future.👀A huge thank you to MMU for such a warm welcome! 😊 #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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This half term, KS3 Aspire classes have been diving into the world of Shakespeare in their English lessons.🎭Year 7 are studying Macbeth, Year 8 are exploring A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Year 9 are engaging with Romeo and Juliet. To launch the topic, each year group took part in an interactive workshop led by the travelling theatre company Shakespeare4Kids.🎭These workshops brought the plays to life through acting, discussion and exploration of characters’ motives and emotions, allowing pupils to fully immerse themselves in the world of Shakespeare.🎭In the Macbeth workshop, pupils delved into the dark and gripping tale of ambition and betrayal. They explored the motives behind key characters’ actions and unpacked the meaning of famous soliloquies, gaining insight into Shakespeare’s dramatic techniques.🎭The A Midsummer Night’s Dream workshop offered a more whimsical experience. Pupils examined themes of love, identity and transformation through the adventures of young lovers, mischievous fairies and amateur actors. The session encouraged pupils to engage with Shakespearean language, character development and creative storytelling.🎭During the Romeo and Juliet workshop, pupils experienced the intensity of Shakespeare’s iconic love story. They connected with the characters’ emotions and had the opportunity to perform key scenes, developing both their understanding of the text and their confidence in performing Shakespearean drama.🎭All pupils thoroughly enjoyed the sessions and were fully engaged in the exciting, hands-on activities. The workshops were carefully designed to make Shakespeare accessible, enjoyable and meaningful for everyone involved. Pupils stepped into the shoes of the characters, appreciation for these iconic plays.🎭By the end of the day, pupils left with smiles on their faces and a renewed enthusiasm for Shakespeare’s work. The experience not only enriched their understanding of the plays but also sparked their curiosity and passion for literature.🎭We are incredibly grateful to Shakespeare4Kids for providing such a fantastic and inspiring opportunity for our pupils.🎭#samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less

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The Digital Pathway visited Ikea to purchase their frames in preparation for their Photography Gallery next week. 🖼️ We enjoyed walking around the store, looking at the rooms and seeing which one we liked best. We tested the sofas and even had a meal cooked for us in JJ’s kitchen! 😋 We chose our frames and put them through the till ourselves. 👌 Once back in school we put our photos into the frames ready to display. We are really pleased with how they look and can not wait to share our work with parents, carers, staff and pupils next week. 👀 #samuellaycock #newbridge #Update ... See MoreSee Less