Overthorpe C of E Academy
Newsletter - 27.03.26
BELIEVE, ENJOY, ACHIEVE
'Overthorpe is more than a school-
We are the heart of the community.
In our family, we nurture the courage,
And skills to fly higher than the flock,
Whilst always providing a nest,
To come home to.'
TRUST, FRIENDSHIP, ENDURANCE, FORGIVENESS, HOPE
Strong and Mighty Max
This week in Collective Worship, we shared the story Strong and Mighty Max by Kristina Gray. The book tells the story of Max, a boy born with achondroplasia, and celebrates how being different is something to be valued, not hidden. Through its powerful message and beautiful illustrations, the children were encouraged to recognise that every person is unique and that our differences are part of what makes us special.
In class worship, we built on this learning by exploring the experiences of Will Perry, who has spoken openly about the discrimination and unkindness he has faced because of his disability. The children reflected on the impact that words and actions can have on others, and how showing courage—like Will—by speaking out can help bring about understanding and change.
This marks the final week in our sequence of worships focused on disability. Throughout this journey, we have sought to help children understand that disability does not mean inability. As a school, we are deeply committed to nurturing pupils who grow into kind, caring and compassionate individuals, guided by our Christian values. We want our children to recognise that the world has a place for everyone, and that each of us has a responsibility to treat others with dignity, respect and love.
Dave Webb, a local musician has been attending each week to teach Y3 -Y5 children how to play the ukelele instruments. He hosted a competition where the children had to design their own ukeleles and the following children won their own instruments:
Elsie F - Y3
Connor G - Y4
Cody A - Y5 Magpies
Frankie-Jay G - Y5 Kingfishers
Well Done!
