As another school year rapidly draws to a close, I hope you enjoy reading the children's work in our web Gallery and throughout the site. You will be aware that we have made changes to the Literacy curriculum and these changes are reflected in the articles children have written. more...

As you know, writing is a high priority for us in school. We are working with the new framework using a lot of materials and ideas from the DCSF Standards website (www.standards.dfes.gov.uk/primary). We are using drama, film and other stimuli to promote and inspire children so that they are developing as enthusiastic, accomplished writers. more...

Christmas seems to have crept up on us this year - fortunately, we were ready! The Truth about George has been a magnificent, mega production. It was impressive and very slick. The Night Before Christmas was specially adapted by Mrs. Pilling to ensure that all children participated. more...

Over the last few months we have seen quite a few changes within our staff. We have welcomed the arrival of Mrs. Shaer's son, Harrison and we await the birth of Mrs. Wasley's baby. Miss Bowerman and Mrs Mears have settled well into school. more...

As you know, in common with schools across the country, writing is a priority. Naturally we want all our pupils to write well, but here at Claverdon School, staff and children strive to develop and refine their writing techniques. more...