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• Easter Egg Raffle

  Wed 26 Mar 2025

  1 competition - 3 prizes.

   

  Easter egg raffle tickets will be sold at lunchtimes in the dining room priced at 50p each.

   

  Draw will be made in the Easter assembly on Friday 11th April.

  

• World Book Day Photos

  Tue 25 Mar 2025

  Thank you for everyone who took part in our World Book Day competition, there were some fantastic entries and it was really difficult to select three winners. The photographs will be displayed in out KS1 library and are below for you to enjoy.

  

• Year Six Bushcraft!

  Fri 21 Mar 2025

  Children from Year Six have been busy tapping into their inner Bear Grylls with a great afternoon in the KS2 woods and made the most of the glorious spring sunshine.  

   

  They enjoyed applying their Oakham Learner qualities to a shelter building task and finished off by toasting marshmallows over an open fire and washed down with hot chocolate.

   

  Well done team - move over, Mr Grylls!

  

• Plas Gwynant 2025 - Day 4

  Thu 20 Mar 2025 Mr Kettle

  As the final words to John Denver's 'Country Roads' rang out of the speakers of the classroom here at Plas Gwynant this evening, the children have realised that our journey here at Plas is now coming to a close. As a staff, we are incredibly proud of all that they have achieved. For all the fun had, new experiences and memories made,the main thing is that they have come together as part of the Oakham Family.

   

  So, before the madness of packing cases, preparing sandwiches and waving our goodbyes tomorrow, here are a few diary entries from today's experiences to share with you.

   

  Aman: Today we climbed a 318 mountain and walked back to the centre. My feet really hurt but I found resilience and kept on going. Our night activity was orienteering and it was so fun! Although this was the last full day, I made the most of it. 

   

  Avneet: Today was our last full day at Plas. We went gorge walking, which was quite fun, and shockingly we didn't get that wet! We also went to the beach and me and Avneet 'attempted' to splash Miss Harrison - but we kind of failed... I'm looking forward to going hoe but don't want to at the same time. Also, everyone here is CRAZY!

   

  Leeya: Well, our final day has come to an end. Today was beach day and the views were amazing, like it was some kind of dream. With each step, I got more confident and I was eager of what we were going to do next. I won't forget this day at all.

   

  Oliver: Last full day today and it was all about team building down at the beach (the weather was the best ever!!!) We also went to Beddgelert and learned what about a famous story. Tonight was playing a CD game (orienteering), which was lots of fun.

   

   

  We've had a Wales of a time, but, for now...

   

  Nos da!

  

• Plas Gwynant 2025 - Day 3

  Wed 19 Mar 2025 Mr Kettle

  To summarise the day, the weather's been stunning, the scenery jaw-dropping and, I suppose, the kids have been all right too... 😁

   

  But, today's blog will work a little differently. Rather than me write up some of our experiences, let's hear it from the children themselves. After our evening meal, I asked them to briefly share how they've shown resilience (our key objective). This is what they said:

   

   

  Kayden: "So, today we were canoeing and we were instructed to go around 360 degrees as team. We really clicked as a team and showed our resilience to paddle through the water. It was amazing because at the end we jumped in the water - it felt like an ice bath!"

   

  Ariana: "We were climbing a mountain and we had to scramble using our hands and knees at times. I did struggle with this as everything was hurting, but I didn't give up. The descent was also hard, trying my best not to slip. I felt so proud though."

   

  Mia: "It was kayaking day today. I didn't want to go in at first, but I soon got over it. I couldn't believe how confident I was and that I did something I never thought I could do. I can't wait for tomorrow."

   

  And last but certainly not least...

   

  Katie: I was worried about coming away before this week. I wasn't sure how I'd be with the routines and meals. But I feel so much more confident, and I'm going to try and take it back to the classroom. I feel like Plas Gwynant has changed me.

   

   

  Wow, what a final line. I had to put that in bold because this is why we put on residential experiences.

   

  What a week, with plenty more adventures to come. 😎

  

• Plas Gwynant 2025 - Day 2

  Tue 18 Mar 2025 Mr Kettle

  Opening the curtains to reveal the day and we couldn't believe our luck. With sunshine and clear skies forecasted for the entire day (shared with a smiley forecast from Jacob and Mia) we knew we were going to be in for a treat.

   

  Loading up on carbs, making our sandwiches (no strange creations this year!), we bounded into the classroom to find out what adventures awaited us. One group hit the beach, exploring the beautiful coast of Borth Y Gest. Usually, we are drowned during our 'beach day' - but not this year. Climbing, exploring and sunbathing (almost...), the day spent was a beautiful one. The children were even successful at pushing Mr Kettle from Matrix Rock - a begrudging well done, Isabella and crew... More to follow from the other groups activities tomorrow.

   

  With clear skies all day, tonight was the perfect time for a night walk. Lying on the floor, staring at the stars, it was magic personified. Walking back to the centre, there was a genuine buzz in conversations. But, the final act was to await: climbing through a pitch-black tunnel to reach the 'light' of night-time hot chocolate and cookies. Even though there were a few tears, every child showed their resilience and we were bursting with pride.

   

  Right, bedtime. We wonder what tomorrow holds for us. 😌

  

• Red Nose Day Fundraiser- Final Total!

  Tue 18 Mar 2025

  Thank you to everyone who helped support our slightly early Red Nose Day fundraiser at Oakham!

   

  We are proud to announce that we raised £329-59 on Friday which is on it's way to the BBC as you read this. 

   

  Thanks again for your support and generosity - your donations will help make a difference to families and young people both in the UK and overseas :)

  

• Plas Gwynant 2025 - Day 1

  Mon 17 Mar 2025 Mr Kettle

  It only felt like minutes since we said our fondest farewells to our parents and carers - but day one is nearing its completion. 

   

  The journey itself is breathtaking and we were very lucky to take in the stunning sights of hills, mountains and peaks. Echoing through the coach were "oooohs" and "ahhhhs" - with a few very dodgy song choices starting at the back of the coach - from very excited year 6s, ready to embrace the adventures that awaited them.

   

  After demolishing our lunches, we went through our objectives for the week:

   

  • To develop collaboration, communication and teamwork skills
  • To foster a sense of resilience in new situations

   

  (And, of course, not to forget: To have fun!)

   

  This was immediately put to the test with arguably the most challenging task of the week... to fix their bedsheets for the week. Although there were some solid efforts, collaboration, communication and teamwork went right out of the window! The boys on Mr Kettle's floor have some serious work to do on the domestic duties front this week.

   

  Finally, it was time to get our kit on and explore the centre's grounds. Now, we don't mind getting a little wet here at Plas but rarely is this on the first day. Records are there to be broken, right? Step forward Ivy, plunging her wellies straight into the stream - but with a huge smile on her face. Onwards and upwards, Ivy!

   

  Before we knew it, it was time for our tea - a choice of 🍕 or 🐟 'n' 🍟s. A tough choice... but followed up with Arctic roll - yum! 

   

  To finish our first day, the famous Plas Gwynant Scavenger Hunt, which was an opportunity to get back out in the centre's grounds in the pitch-black dark but, more importantly, to work towards our goals for the week. We had everything from partial tree trunks to an actual slug (no slugs were harmed in the participation of this game).

   

  But, with a few tired faces already, it was time for hot chocolate to wash down a few of those precious memories already made 

   

  See you all tomorrow 👊

  

• Happy World Book Day

  Thu 06 Mar 2025

  As part of the activities for World Book day this year we are launching a competition. The children were told about it yesterday in our World Book Day assembly.

  What the children need to do is have their photograph taken reading a book but we want them to think 'outside of the box' in where the photo is taken. We would like it to be 'unique' 'funny' 'different' or 'wacky.' There will be book token prizes for the winners in FS, KS1 and KS2. 

  Closing date for entries is Monday 24th March and winners will be announced in the celebration assembly on Friday that week.

  Could you please email your entries to -  oakhamcompetition@oakham.sandwell.sch.uk

• Year Five & Six pupils visit to Westminster

  Fri 28 Feb 2025

  Our House Captains and UKS2 School Councillors recently enjoyed a day in Westminster to visit the House of Commons and meet our local Member of Parliament, The Rt Hon. Sarah Coombes. 

   

  During a guided tour of Parliament, they spent time in the public gallery to observe the House of Commons in action and complete a learning session in the Parliamentary Education Centre. 

   

  Despite being a very long day, our Oakham ambassadors thoroughly enjoyed the experience and impressed the education Centre staff with their enthusiasm and knowledge of British democracy!