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The official account for Orchard Head Junior, Infant and Nursery School. Part of Pontefract Academies Trust @PontefractAT .

Pontefract, England
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
6 months
HOT OFF THE PRESS ๐Ÿ“ฐ FFT data confirms that the progress our pupils made in their expected standard in reading, writing and maths was ABOVE national! Congratulations to all our former Year 6 pupils, their families and our wider school community ๐ŸŽ‰
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
The girls have been explaining to the children about what MND is and what life is like for Rob and their family. Here is a special message to all our sponsors. Thank you so much. #just
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Nursery PM. We have been learning about the Sikh festival Hola Mohalla. This festival last for 3 days. The children saw people riding on horses and doing Martial Arts.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
We are so super proud of MB, MB and JB who have won the Young Achievement award at @Yorkshirechoiceaward well done!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
MB did some work with Mrs Higginson today and made a beautiful heart representing her support network and her connections.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
Could we kindly ask all our parents/carers and twitter followers to vote for this fantastic documentary that is very close to our hearts at Orchard Head. Let's make Rob a winner of an NTA! #letsfindacure #NTAs #mndassoc
@BBCFrediani
Richard Frediani
3 years
Delighted to see โ€˜Rob Burrow: My Year With MNDโ€™ make the long list nominations for the National TV Awards @OfficialNTAs Your chance to vote for @Rob7Burrow @mndassoc @leedsrhinos @mndVIPteam here by Friday 4th June๐Ÿ‘‡
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
Tomorrow at the Walk for Rob, One of the fundraisers we will be doing is selling raffle tickets to win a Leeds Rhino shirt that was designed by the Burrow children. All money raised tomorrow will go in to our Just giving page. Thank you.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Nursery AM. The children have enjoyed doing their lap today for our Walk for Rob event this morning. Well done everyone.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Even the rain didn't dampen our spirits in 5H today! We completed our daily mile to raise money for MND by doing laps of our classroom. ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
All of the team at Orchard Head would like to say an enormous thank you to everyone who has donated and attended our MNDA fundraiser - 'Walk for Rob' today. #MND
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
Attendance winner this week well done!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
We made it!! Thank you so much! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
Well done OW for raising ยฃ370 for STARS by building 100 sandcastles in memory of #CaptainTom100
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
KS1 were so pleased to be through to the next round of the in school Cook Off. Well done Team Orchard Head ๐Ÿ…
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
10 months
Today, we said goodbye to our amazing Headteacher Mr Mitchell. OHS children, parents and staff would like to say a massive thank you for all your hard work, dedication,care and kindness. Good luck in your new role! #OHS #oneofthebest #wewillmissyou #newadventure
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
4 years
What a surprise to find these sporting superstars on our doorstep, this morning! Thanks to @CTRLFC players for taking the time to send this message to all at OHS ๐Ÿฏ
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 months
When you come to #WorldBookDay2024 as your hero... @Rob7Burrow
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Year 5 have arrived in Conwy and got our residential off to a fllying start with some rock climbing! Well done to EVERYONE because you all gave it a try!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
10 months
It was an Orchard Head and @therookeries 'head to head' at the Orchard Head summer fayre today! A massive thanks to Friends of Orchard Head for organising such an amazing event for our school community! ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿฆ†
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Mile 14: If we add all the miles that the children & staff have walked we would have 'walked' past Walt Disney World today as we have hit 5292 miles! WOW!! @Rob7Burrow I bet you would love this.๐Ÿ˜ƒ
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
4 years
Y3W had an amazing time this morning planting trees in the local area! Here's a video of the children in action!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
A fond farewell to Mrs Huby ๐Ÿ’•
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
We are really excited to use our new book vending machine. I wonder who is going to win a token to use the machine this week? #attendancematters #everylessoncounts
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
After dinner, we enjoyed a wonderful walk around Conwy Castle!
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Orchard Head
2 years
Year 4 have had some delicious food and are ready for some evening activities!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
5 months
The tree is upโ€ฆ๐ŸŽ„
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Reception have completed walk 14 today for our fundraising event for MND #walkforrob only two more walks left than we have completed our 16 miles.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Year 4 have had an absolutely fantastic day in Whitby! We have found some incredible fossils on the beach. Right now we're just having some time to chill out before we refuel with some yummy food! More pics to follow.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
This morning in assembly we were presented with ยฃ500 worth of books from the library as we were 1 of the top schools in Wakefield for completing the summer reading challenge. A massive well done and thank you to the children and families. #wakefieldlibrary #readingforpleasure
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 months
KS1 at Hogwarts for World Book Day.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
5 months
Reception staff are so proud of every child this week. Children have loved learning the songs and performing their nativity. We hope you enjoyed it too.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Nursery AM. The nursery children have come to school dressed up as book characters for World Book Day. We have had a great morning doing lots of fun activities.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
Year 4 have spent the day exploring Whitby, boarding the Endeavour and having a little walk on the beach. All this, whilst battling the elements! โ„๐ŸŒง
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
4 months
Young Voices are thrilled to have arrived in Sheffield! Ready to dive into rehearsals before the main event this evening. We are SO excited! ๐ŸŽต @YVconcerts
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
A massive congratulations to @Rob7Burrow on being awarded the MBE, from all at Orchard Head. ๐Ÿ‰ #proudfamily #Legend
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
4 months
๐ŸŽค๐ŸŽต Our Young Voices Chior are on route to the Utilita Areana. A coach full of very excited children, ready to sing their hearts out! @YVconcerts ๐ŸŽต๐ŸŽค
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
11 months
We have arrived! Year 5 are just refuelling before our residential activities begin!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
When The Incredible Hulk and Captain America made an appearance for #RedNoseDay !
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
11 months
What a first day! Year 5 went for a lovely walk, made egg rockets and had a yummy dinner! We are eggcited for tomorrow! ๐Ÿณ
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
8 months
Mr Grogan delivered a whole school assembly this morning on expectations and values. The children made a fantastic first impression! Well done everybody! ๐Ÿ˜€
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Nursery am: The children have been painting cards today, part one done. They look really good already!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
10 months
Reception are enjoying lunch on Scarborough's sunnyโ˜€๏ธbeach. We are excited to dip our toes in the sea.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
Today we have said an emotional goodbye to the amazing Mrs Pike who has worked at Orchard Head for over 30 years! We wish you the happiest of retirements Mrs Pike, thank you for taking such good care of all of our pupils over the years.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
Year 4 ascending back up the 199 steps! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธSome tired legs at the top!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Mrs Carr has completed another 3 miles tonight for our sponsored 'Walk for Rob' for MND. All the staff are enjoying participating in the sponsored walk too. Thank you so much to everyone that has sponsored so far. #MND
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
4 months
Wow, what a magical evening! โœจ๏ธYoung Voices Choir are on the coach home after a superb concert. ETA back at school is 10:10pm.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
And they're off ... our Y4's are heading up to snowy Whitby โ„๏ธ๐ŸŒจ๏ธ #whitby #snow
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Reception have had a wonderful day at the farm. We are so proud of all the children, the staff @CannonHallFarm commented on the politeness of all our children and how well they represented Orchard Head school.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Congratulations to these members of 5/6K who were successful in the musical extravaganza auditions! I can't wait to see you all perform!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
10 months
2S enjoyed singing in unison today. We learnt Count On Me by Bruno Mars.
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Orchard Head
11 months
Year 6 residential: we have had a fantastic afternoon camping and a 7 mile walk. We are just enjoying a campfire song! #livingourbestlife #campfire #OHSontour
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
We are incredibly proud to be part of the Rethink Food initiative. Preventing food waste and providing our families with completely free food! ๐ŸŠ๐Ÿž๐Ÿฅฆ๐Ÿง…๐Ÿฅซ @RethinkFoodUK #community #environment #stopfoodwaste
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Reception have had a fantastic day at Scarborough beach, we have enjoyed building sandcastles, paddling in the sea and having an ice-cream.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Here is a sneak peak at the stage for Receptions Nativity show. We can't wait to perform next week!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
5/6K had a brilliant afternoon yesterday learning all about mountains in geography and planning out the style of their own soundtrack in music!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
We're in the final full week of our 'Walk for Rob' to raise funds for MND. The children are doing themselves and their families proud! It's not too late to donate; we'd love to reach the ยฃ2000 mark! Please click the link to donate: #MND #JustGiving
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
6 months
It was fantastic to see so many from Orchard Head paying their respects at the Remembrance Parade in Pontefract today! A special thanks to our two Year 6 representatives and their families who accompanied Mr Grogan and Mr Reynolds and laid a poppy wreath at the memorial.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
3/4HB enjoyed taking part in the final mile of our Walk for Rob. Well done everybody! ๐Ÿ˜
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
Our coronation picnic is in full flow, despite the unpredictable weather! #Coronation #Coronation2023
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
Wow! Well done to all of our children, parents and carers - 100% attendance today. 343 out of 343 children are here and learning in school! #attendancematters
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
Reception have had a wonderful morning at the library. We completed a workshop 'On The Tiger Who Came To Tea'. We made masks, enjoyed the cinema and even met a tiger!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
LKS2 are DELIGHTED to have gotten through to the next round of the Classroom Kitchen cook off! How amazing were their Spongebob and Patrick pizzas?
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
1T are up to mile 6 of walking for Rob! Please help us to raise as much as we can for the Motor Neurone Disease Association by continuing to donate.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
10 months
That's it another year over! We would like to say a big well done to all our children this year for all their hard work!๐Ÿ’ซ Thank you to the staff that have left our school today. Finally, we hope all our amazing children, families and staff have a happy, restful & safe summer โ˜€๏ธ
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
In Reception, we have really enjoyed performing our Christmas Nativity for our parents and carers. All of our teachers are so proud of us.
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Orchard Head
11 months
We are all checked in and a successful firedrill. Just enjoying our lunch then off on our first adventure #residential #ohs
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 months
Reception have had a fantastic time at #Cannonhallfarm today. Members of the public commented on how well behaved the children all were. We are really proud of every child. Thank you so much to all of our volunteers for your support.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Reception have really loved completing the first mile in our Walk for Rob. Well done everyone.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
11 months
For our final activities, year 5 created some environmental art and completed some team building activities.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Year 5 had an awesome last day. We bid farewell to the legend that is Mr Tucker and then ended the year with a game of football rounders!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
6 months
At 11 o'clock, classes at Orchard Head observed a one minute silence on the playground in preparation for Remembrance Day. This gave pupils an opportunity to have a quiet time to reflect on those who have given their lives or have been impacted by war and conflict. #RemembanceDay
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 month
Year 5 had a fantastic time watching Matilda at @PATKingsSchool this afternoon. A huge well done to everyone involved for putting on such a spectacular show! ๐Ÿ‘ ๐ŸŒŸ #OHS
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
11 months
Reception have certainly dressed to impress! We have had a lovely morning in our colourful clothes. Thank you everyone for their orange donations for the summer fair.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
10 months
A massive thank you to @leedsrhinos for their inspirational and aspirational assembly on the importance of team work and inclusivity. @leedsrhinos
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Reception class have had a fantastic time on our trip to Pontefract library today. We enjoyed a short film and crafts, as well as popcorn and drinks!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Our Whitby trip has drawn to a close and we are now heading home. The children were superstars and did Orchard Head proud!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Wow! What a night! Orchard Head performing in the Young Voices choir with 5000 other children! All of their hard work paid off as the lights came on, and they sang to their audience at Sheffield Arena! They were all stars!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
A morning to remember... Sports day 2022! We are so proud of all of the children in year 3 and year 4 who gave their best efforts in both track and field events!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
Reception have loved releasing our butterflies this morning. We are hoping they stay safe and healthy and love having more freedom to fly.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
Another amazing performance from KS1 for our final nativity this morning! We are so proud of all of the children for their hard work on this. Thank you again to all the parents and carers for your support.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
The Year 4s have arrived safely in Whitby. A quick bit of lunch before our first activity.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
1/2W ane 1C enjoyed their visit to the library today!
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Orchard Head
2 months
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
11 months
Year 6 residential, just having some down time before our night walk followed by our hot chocolate and biscuits ๐Ÿ˜‹ #livingourbestlives #isitbedtimeyet #ohs
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
5 years
Y5 It just keeps getting better..!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
11 months
Orchard Head certainly does have talent! Well done to all our amazing children who performed tonight. You were sensational! ๐Ÿ’ซ #proud #OHS #talent
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
Mrs Ball, Mrs Huby and Mrs Smith are so proud of the Orchard Head Young Voices choir! We had an amazing time last night!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
Wow!! What a change! We are all super excited for the Nursery and Reception children to start back to explore this amazing new outdoor area. #dreamsdocometrue #earlyyears #learningthroughplay
@PontefractAT
Pontefract Academies Trust
3 years
A quick sneak peek walk through of our brand new early years play and learn area @Orchard_Head ๐ŸŒŸ We canโ€™t wait to see the childrenโ€™s faces when they see if for the first time! #earlyyears #learnandplay #earlylearning
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Orchard Head
10 months
Well done to our 100% attendance winners! #OHS #attendancematters
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
Whoop, whoop for KS1, who have just got through to the final of the in school Cook Off. Congratulations guys, you were awesome ๐Ÿ…
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 months
Happy International Hedgehog Day. In October, a hedgehog (we named Orchard) was found looking very unwell. She went to a hog-spital in South Milford and staff raised ยฃ250 for her care. This week, she was finally well enough to be released back into the wild. Good luck Orchard!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
In PE, 1/2W have been continuing with Yoga. This week our poses have been Arctic themed.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
4 years
An end of year message to all of our children at Orchard Head.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
1 year
Year 4 finished their Whitby visit with a chance to tackle the 199 steps one last time, spending money on a souvenir and finally getting on the coach to start our journey home. See you all soon.
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
3 years
Today Reception had a very exciting visit from the fire service! Thank you so much for answering all our questions and letting us use the fire hose. #westyorkshirefire #whitewatch
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
10 months
The Council Road Safety Team did a School Gate Parking initiative this week, tackling inconsiderate/illegal parking outside school. We had a positive result; no fines or warnings were issued.ย  We would like to commend drivers for parking responsibly. THANK YOU #staysafewakefield
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
Our last day in Reception with our 21/22 cohort! Thank you so much for an amazing year! It has been a privilege to watch you grow and learn, we have truly enjoyed every minute of it! We wish you all the luck and happiness on your journeys into year 1, don't forget to wave!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
8 months
A shocking crime has happened at Orchard Head! Someone or something has sneaked into KS1 and eaten all the snacks. The culprit also ate poor Mr Grogan's lunch!!
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@Orchard_Head
Orchard Head
2 years
3/4HB had a fantastic morning at Pontefract Library! They enjoyed listening to poems, designing front covers and sharing stories. We even played chess!
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