Celebrating Art, Nature and 100 Years of Sir David AttenboroughThis year, our whole-school art exhibition was inspired by the incredible life and work of Sir David Attenborough, as we celebrated 100 years of inspiring people to learn about, appreciate and protect the natural world.
Every class took part in creating a stunning collection of artwork based on The Living Planet, showcasing the children's creativity, imagination and artistic skills. One of the highlights of the exhibition was our spectacular Rainbow Butterfly Display. Every child in the school created both a large and small butterfly, with each year group using a different colour theme. From Nursery's pink butterflies to Year 6's rich dark purple designs, the individual pieces came together to form a breathtaking whole-school installation that represented unity, creativity and the beauty of nature.
Alongside the collaborative butterfly display, each class produced artwork inspired by different habitats and animals from around the world. Nursery children created wonderful fish and ocean-themed artwork, while Reception explored rainforest birds using colourful footprints and painted backgrounds. Year 1 focused on polar bears and Arctic landscapes, while Year 2 investigated camouflage by creating butterflies that blended seamlessly into their surroundings.
Year 3 produced striking safari silhouettes against vibrant sunset skies, and Year 4 created beautiful animal paintings using contrasting greyscale and bright backgrounds. Year 5's stunning frog artwork demonstrated impressive attention to detail and colour blending, while Year 6 created imaginative animal portraits using recycled egg cartons, highlighting the importance of sustainability and caring for our environment.
The exhibition was a wonderful opportunity for children to celebrate their artistic achievements and to learn more about the amazing diversity of life on our planet. The school hall was transformed into a colourful gallery filled with paintings, collages, sculptures and mixed-media artwork that reflected the themes Sir David Attenborough has dedicated his life to exploring and sharing.
We were delighted to welcome so many of our lovely parents and families to view the exhibition. It was fantastic to see children proudly showing off their work and sharing the creative processes behind their pieces. A special mention must go to our Year 6 pupils, who took on the role of hosts for the event. They helped serve refreshments, welcomed visitors and confidently spoke to parents about the artwork on display. They represented the school brilliantly, demonstrating maturity, responsibility and pride in both their own work and the work of their peers.
The exhibition was a huge success and a wonderful celebration of art, nature and our school community. Thank you to all the families who joined us, and congratulations to every child for their contribution to such an inspiring and memorable event. We are sure Sir David Attenborough would have been proud to see so many young people celebrating the natural world through their creativity. 🌍🦋🎨
Every class took part in creating a stunning collection of artwork based on The Living Planet, showcasing the children's creativity, imagination and artistic skills. One of the highlights of the exhibition was our spectacular Rainbow Butterfly Display. Every child in the school created both a large and small butterfly, with each year group using a different colour theme. From Nursery's pink butterflies to Year 6's rich dark purple designs, the individual pieces came together to form a breathtaking whole-school installation that represented unity, creativity and the beauty of nature.
Alongside the collaborative butterfly display, each class produced artwork inspired by different habitats and animals from around the world. Nursery children created wonderful fish and ocean-themed artwork, while Reception explored rainforest birds using colourful footprints and painted backgrounds. Year 1 focused on polar bears and Arctic landscapes, while Year 2 investigated camouflage by creating butterflies that blended seamlessly into their surroundings.
Year 3 produced striking safari silhouettes against vibrant sunset skies, and Year 4 created beautiful animal paintings using contrasting greyscale and bright backgrounds. Year 5's stunning frog artwork demonstrated impressive attention to detail and colour blending, while Year 6 created imaginative animal portraits using recycled egg cartons, highlighting the importance of sustainability and caring for our environment.
The exhibition was a wonderful opportunity for children to celebrate their artistic achievements and to learn more about the amazing diversity of life on our planet. The school hall was transformed into a colourful gallery filled with paintings, collages, sculptures and mixed-media artwork that reflected the themes Sir David Attenborough has dedicated his life to exploring and sharing.
We were delighted to welcome so many of our lovely parents and families to view the exhibition. It was fantastic to see children proudly showing off their work and sharing the creative processes behind their pieces. A special mention must go to our Year 6 pupils, who took on the role of hosts for the event. They helped serve refreshments, welcomed visitors and confidently spoke to parents about the artwork on display. They represented the school brilliantly, demonstrating maturity, responsibility and pride in both their own work and the work of their peers.
The exhibition was a huge success and a wonderful celebration of art, nature and our school community. Thank you to all the families who joined us, and congratulations to every child for their contribution to such an inspiring and memorable event. We are sure Sir David Attenborough would have been proud to see so many young people celebrating the natural world through their creativity. 🌍🦋🎨
This week our school is celebrating Neurodiversity Week – a time to recognise and celebrate the many different ways children think, learn and experience the world.
Every child’s brain works differently. Some children may find reading easy but struggle with organisation. Others may be brilliant at spotting patterns, building things or thinking creatively.
These differences are part of what makes our school community at Oughton primary and Nursery School rich, interesting and inclusive.
Neurodiversity includes children who may have learning differences such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia or dyscalculia. These are not “problems to fix” – they are simply different ways of thinking and learning, each with their own strengths and challenges.
Our goal during Neurodiversity Week is to help children understand that everyone’s brain works in a unique way – and that’s something to celebrate
Please see below a newsletter which details more of what the children have been doing to recognise and celebrate their differences and how Parents can discuss the topic at home.
Every child’s brain works differently. Some children may find reading easy but struggle with organisation. Others may be brilliant at spotting patterns, building things or thinking creatively.
These differences are part of what makes our school community at Oughton primary and Nursery School rich, interesting and inclusive.
Neurodiversity includes children who may have learning differences such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia or dyscalculia. These are not “problems to fix” – they are simply different ways of thinking and learning, each with their own strengths and challenges.
Our goal during Neurodiversity Week is to help children understand that everyone’s brain works in a unique way – and that’s something to celebrate
Please see below a newsletter which details more of what the children have been doing to recognise and celebrate their differences and how Parents can discuss the topic at home.
| Neurodiversity Week Newsletter.pdf |