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  • 16/06/2026

    Last week at WRAP, our focus was on the environment and Great Big Green Week. Children took part in a scavenger hunt around the school grounds, searching for different objects in nature, and helped care for our environment by participating in a litter pick around the school. To celebrate Great Big Green Week, children created posters promoting simple ways to protect the environment, such as recycling, switching off lights and putting rubbish in the bin. They also used recycled materials to create their own imaginative projects, giving unwanted items a new purpose. This week at WRAP, we're bringing the excitement of the World Cup into our activities! Children will have the opportunity to become their own football managers by designing their team logo, football kit, water bottle, football, medal and trophy, as well as creating their own dream team. They can also bring their ideas to life using a variety of craft materials. There will be football-themed games including mini tournaments, penalty shoot-outs and small-sided matches depending on numbers. Children can also make bunting, flags or posters to support England or their chosen country. Everyone who takes part will receive something for participating, with a surprise prize for the winning team. For children who prefer other interests, activities can be adapted to different sports or themes, and there will also be teamwork games and puzzle-solving challenges for everyone to enjoy. We're looking forward to another exciting and creative week at WRAP!

  • 12/06/2026

    Over the past few weeks, our Year 6 pupils have been taking part in their Bikeability sessions, developing the skills and confidence they need to ride safely and independently. The children have been learning how to make safe decisions on the road, understand potential risks and build their awareness of other road users. Alongside improving their cycling skills, Bikeability helps children develop confidence, independence and a greater sense of responsibility. We are delighted to be able to offer this valuable opportunity and have been incredibly proud of the focus, determination and enthusiasm shown by our Year 6 cyclists. Well done everyone keep pedalling! Bikeability #DiscoverYourLegacy #bikeability #roadcycling #RoadSafety

  • 11/06/2026

    We are storytellers! Sometimes the simplest things create the most wonderful learning opportunities. Three large empty boxes from school arrived at just the right time and became three amazing houses for Nursery's retelling of The Three Little Pigs. The children enjoyed developing their cutting, sticking and collage skills while transforming the boxes into their own creations. These new houses have also provided endless opportunities for imaginative play, storytelling and bringing the characters to life. We have heard plenty of familiar voices around Nursery, including: "Little pig, little pig, let me come in!" and the famous reply: "Not by the hairs on my chinny chin chin!" It has been a fantastic week full of storytelling, character voices, teamwork, creativity and lots of fun. We are so proud of our little storytellers!

  • 8/06/2026

    Last week at WRAP, children explored the wonderful world of oceans through a range of creative and active activities. They created crabs using paper plates, card and paper, and experimented with different painting techniques to produce beautiful ocean silhouette pictures using paint and sponges. Children also enjoyed making their own origami bookmarks, decorating them with ocean-themed designs and personal touches. The week was rounded off with lots of fun parachute games, encouraging teamwork, cooperation and plenty of smiles. This week at WRAP, our focus is on the environment and Great Big Green Week. Children will take part in a scavenger hunt around the school grounds, searching for different objects in nature, and will also help care for our environment by participating in a litter pick around the school. To celebrate Great Big Green Week, children will create posters promoting simple ways to protect the environment, such as recycling, switching off lights and putting rubbish in the bin. They will also have the opportunity to use recycled materials to create their own imaginative projects, giving unwanted items a new purpose. We're looking forward to another fun, creative and environmentally friendly week at WRAP!

  • 1/06/2026

    Before the half-term holiday, we celebrated World Bee Day with a variety of exciting bee-themed activities. Children designed and made bee hotels, including one to take home and another to keep at WRAP. They also enjoyed making delicious fruit skewers drizzled with honey, flapjacks with oats, honey and dried fruit, and simple honey sandwiches. To finish the week, children created their own paper plate bees while learning about the important role bees play in our environment. This week at WRAP, we are diving into the wonderful world of oceans through a range of creative and active activities. Children will create crabs using paper plates, card and paper, and explore different painting techniques to make ocean silhouette pictures using paint and sponges to create unique textures and effects. Children will also make their own origami bookmarks, which they can decorate with ocean-themed designs or personalise however they choose. To add some energetic fun to the week, we will be enjoying a variety of parachute games that encourage teamwork, cooperation and lots of smiles. We're looking forward to another fun-filled and creative week at WRAP!

  • 22/05/2026

    For the second year running, West Croft was honoured to host the Bideford schools KS2 football tournament. With more schools attending than ever before meant more football for the 9 schools participating. Our very own West Croft team not only took part in the tournament but ran out overall winners of the day, going unbeaten to win the whole tournament. A fantastic effort from the whole team, who will compete in the North Devon Finals.

  • 18/05/2026

    Last week at WRAP, children learned about Florence Nightingale and the important role of nurses through a range of fun, hands-on activities. They designed and made their own pets using paper, card and clay, inspired by Florence's pet tortoise, Jimmy. Children also created cat bookmarks, took part in a "Timeline Treasure Hunt" to discover key events from Florence Nightingale's life, and designed their own nurse outfits using their creativity and imagination. You may also spot some fruit in the photos from last week, which was kindly donated by Tesco Bideford for the children to enjoy. This week at WRAP, we are celebrating World Bee Day with lots of exciting bee-themed activities. Children will be designing and making bee hotels, including one using toilet roll holders and card to take home, and another from a wooden kit to keep at school at WRAP. There will also be plenty of tasty activities as children make fruit skewers drizzled with honey, flapjacks using oats, honey and dried fruit, and simple honey sandwiches. To finish the week, children will create their own bees using paper plates, combining creativity with learning about these important pollinators. We're looking forward to another fun and busy week at WRAP!

  • 11/05/2026

    Last week at WRAP, children explored elections, voting and VE Day through a range of creative and interactive activities. They took part in voting for games and the next theme evening, joined in simple debates, and created badges, rosettes, placards and medals. Children also designed and built Spitfires and aeroplanes, alongside making Union Jack bunting and flags to celebrate VE Day. This week at WRAP, children will be learning about Florence Nightingale and nurses through fun, hands-on activities. They will design and make their own pets using paper, card or clay, inspired by Florence Nightingale's pet tortoise, Jimmy. Children will also create cat bookmarks, take part in a "Timeline Treasure Hunt" to discover key events from Florence's life, and design their own nurse outfits using their creativity and imagination. We're looking forward to another fun and engaging week at WRAP!

  • 5/05/2026

    Baby Weigh & Health Drop-In Join Central Parish Nursing (Church Bideford) for a friendly, supportive drop-in session focused on your baby's health and wellbeing. Whether you'd like to check your baby's weight, ask questions, or simply have a chat, you'll be warmly welcomed. Tuesdays 09:30am – 11:30am Ethelwynne Brown Community Hall, EX39 4RH Wednesdays 10:00am – 12:00pm Bideford Bay Family Hub, Victoria Park, EX39 2QQ Bringing health, healing and wellness to our local community. No appointment needed – just drop in!

  • 5/05/2026

    Last week at WRAP, children focused on water safety and beach awareness, learning how to stay safe around water through fun, hands-on activities. They explored which objects float and sink, designed water safety posters, flags and beach scenes, and shared important safety messages through creative work. The week finished with our "Water Safety Showdown" game, where children answered questions by moving to yes/no zones, making learning active and engaging. This week at WRAP: Elections, Voting & VE Day This week, children are exploring elections, voting and VE Day through a mix of creative and interactive activities. They will take part in voting for games and the next theme evening, join in simple debates, and create badges, rosettes, placards and medals. Children will also design and build Spitfires or aeroplanes, alongside Union Jack crafts such as bunting and flags to mark VE Day. We're looking forward to another fun and engaging week at WRAP!

  • 29/04/2026

    Yesterday, our children enjoyed an inspiring visit from SS Freshspring Trust, alongside dedicated volunteers from local shipyards in Appledore and the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. The engaging workshop introduced pupils to potential careers within the local maritime industry, giving them a valuable insight into the wide range of jobs connected to working with boats. As part of the experience, children applied their Design and Technology skills to create their own model boats, which they are excited to test on 6th June at the Bideford Fair in Victoria Park. During the event, pupils will race their boats to see which designs can best withstand the water conditions, making for a fun and memorable culmination to a meaningful, hands-on learning experience.

  • 29/04/2026

    Today, we were pleased to welcome the North Devon RNLI Lifeguards back to our school for another informative visit. The children learned all about the important work the RNLI carry out and why staying safe near the sea is so important. They were shown practical techniques to use in an emergency, including how to float and signal for help if they ever find themselves in difficulty in the water. The RNLI is a charity that supports coastal safety across North Devon, and their school visits are especially important following an increase in sea-related incidents. Their aim is to ensure as many people as possible understand how to stay safe. A big thank you to the RNLI team for sharing such valuable knowledge with our children!

  • 29/04/2026

    The Children's Book Project has brought immense joy to our school this year, thanks to a wonderful connection made by Vincent from the Bideford Bridge Rotary Club, who kindly put us in touch with the charity. Through their generosity, we received a remarkable donation of over 900 books, including a wide variety of non-fiction titles, chapter books, and beautifully illustrated picture books. To make the experience even more special, children were invited into a thoughtfully arranged "book shop" within the school, where each child was given a token to choose two free books to take home and treasure. The dedicated volunteers from the Bideford Bridge Rotary Club were on hand throughout, offering guidance, encouragement, and their expertise to help children select books they would truly enjoy. In a year that celebrates the love of reading, this incredible initiative has ensured that our children not only gained access to high-quality books but also experienced the excitement and joy that reading can bring.

  • 28/04/2026

    Exciting News – WRAP Promotion! We're delighted to launch a special WRAP promotion to encourage more children to join our fun, safe and supportive after-school sessions! - Every child can enjoy 1 FREE WRAP session - Sessions will run weekly for different year groups, so everyone gets a chance to take part. - Bookings can be made via the school office. We can't wait to welcome your children to WRAP!

  • 27/04/2026

    Last Friday, we celebrated attendance with our very first silent discos. Voles and Woodpeckers were the first winners, and everyone had an amazing time. There was so much fun all around. We're excited to see which classes we'll be celebrating with this week. #schoollife #attendancematters #silentdisco #schoolfun #Welldone #classrewards

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