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WonderDome at CFPS
22 Jun

This week, our school was visited by WonderDome, who provided an exciting and interactive space experience for pupils in Years 1–5. Inside the immersive dome, children explored fascinating topics including the planets, the Moon, and the Sun, while also learning about NASA and historic missions such as Apollo 11, as well as the future-focused Artemis mission. The sessions were both educational and inspiring, sparking curiosity about space and science. The children thoroughly enjoyed the experience and were enthusiastic about sharing what they had learned.
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CFPS Pupils' at the T20 Women's Cricket World Cup
18 Jun

On Wednesday, we took children from Years 5 and 6 to the Women's T20 World Cup group game at Edgbaston Cricket Ground - Pakistan vs South Africa. They had a great time soaking in the atmosphere, engaging in game play and discussing tactics they were noticing. They learnt more about the game and even talked about run rate and how to know who was winning with Miss Jennings. They also made friends with a South African fan in the row in front, from Selly Park Girls, who helped them understand bits of the game further.
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Year 2's Weston-super-Mare Visit
17 Jun

Year 2 had a fantastic trip to Weston-super-Mare on Wednesday and Thursday this week, and I was delighted to accompany them. The children thoroughly enjoyed their day at the seaside, spending time building sandcastles, burying one another in the sand, and even creating imaginative mermaid tails. It was a joyful and memorable experience for everyone involved, with lots of laughter and teamwork throughout the day. Some great memories were made.
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Year 2 visit to St Stephen's Church
2 Jun

Year 2 had a wonderful visit to St Stephen’s Church as part of their learning about Christianity. During the trip, the children explored the church and searched for different holy symbols that are important to Christians. They also asked lots of respectful questions about the history of the church, showing great curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. The children enjoyed learning about the role of a reverend and had the exciting opportunity to try on some of the special clothes worn at different times of the church year.
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15,000 Visitors to Colmers Farm in One Day!
11 May

At Colmers Farm we pride ourselves on welcoming everybody as we are a proud No Outsiders School. On Monday, we had an estimated 15,000 visitors to Colmers Farm in just one day – which has got to be a record for any school. Unfortunately, it was not 15,000 humans but approximately 15,000 bees, who decided that one of the wicker panels, by our main office, would be a great place to build a nest. Fortunately, we managed to find a beekeeper who safely removed the bees and took them to a new home.
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Author Visit - Tristan Walters
30 Apr

We were delighted to welcome author Tristan Walters into our school. He spoke to our pupils about his wildlife books, sharing his passion for animals and nature. Our pupils asked thoughtful questions and were fascinated by the animal artefacts he brought along to show them. They thoroughly enjoyed the visit, and Tristan was very impressed with their enthusiasm, curiosity and excellent behaviour.
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The Basement Project Visit
29 Apr

The Basement Project Visit – Year 5 Year 5 pupils were delighted to welcome visitors from The Basement Project Charity , a local organisation dedicated to supporting people experiencing homelessness and hardship. The visit provided a meaningful opportunity for children to learn about the importance of kindness, community, and helping others, and fitted dovetailed with our Rights Respecting School position. In preparation, pupils collected cereal boxes, which were used to create an impressive and fun cereal box domino display. This creative activity symbolised how small contributions can come together to make a big difference—just like the work of the charity itself.
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Visit to Professional Netball Game
17 Apr

Our Year 5/6 netball club were given a fantastic opportunity to watch a Super League Netball match featuring Birmingham Panthers vs Nottingham Forest. Our pupils enjoyed seeing fast‑paced, high‑quality netball and were thrilled to watch some of England’s netball stars in action. It was a great evening that everyone enjoyed immensely and, who knows, in a few years some of our pupils may be playing at this standard after being inspired by this visit. Thank you to Miss Rudge and Miss McCarron for organising and supervising this visit.
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KS2 Egg Diorama Competition
26 Mar

Our pupils took part in our much‑loved annual Egg Diorama Competition this week, and the creativity on display was nothing short of extraordinary! All entries were proudly designed and crafted at home, and we were amazed by the imagination, humour and attention to detail that shone through each creation. With a fantastic number of dioramas submitted, it was wonderful to see so many children (and their parents/carers) getting involved and showcasing their talents. Please enjoy the video below, which highlights all of our amazing entries and celebrates the brilliant effort of every participant.
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EYFS Visit to Atwell Farm
24 Mar

Our two Reception classes enjoyed a wonderful day out at Attwell Farm, where they had the opportunity to explore the outdoors, meet a range of animals, and deepen their understanding of the world around them. The children were excited from the moment we arrived and threw themselves enthusiastically into every activity. During the visit, the children met many farm animals, including goats, pigs, sheep, rabbits, and chickens. They learned about how the animals are cared for and even had the chance to feed some of them, which was a highlight for many!
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