Overthorpe C of E Academy
Newsletter - 14.11.25
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
In worship this week, we launched Anti-Bullying Week by sharing the inspiring picture book I Choose to Speak Up by Elizabeth Estrada. The story encourages children to be brave, to use their voices kindly and confidently, and to stand up against discrimination in any form. It reminds us that we are all wonderfully unique, and that our world is made for everyone.
The book links perfectly to this year’s national Anti-Bullying Week theme, “Power for Good,” which celebrates the courage we show when we choose kindness, respect and inclusion.
At Overthorpe, we believe that Anti-Bullying Week is every week. Our Christian Values of forgiveness, friendship, hope, endurance and trust guide everything we do—helping our children to build strong relationships, show empathy and stand up for what is right.
Through stories like I Choose to Speak Up, and through daily acts of kindness, our pupils are learning that they each have the power to make our school—and the world—an even better place.
Mindfulness Activities
As part of our Anti-Bullying Week celebrations, Mrs Wood and Miss Firth organised a wonderful range of lunchtime mindfulness activities for our pupils. Throughout the week, children enjoyed taking part in yoga, mindful colouring and calming sensory play.
These sessions created a peaceful space for pupils to relax, connect with friends and take care of their wellbeing. It has been lovely to see children embracing these opportunities so enthusiastically and building even stronger, kinder relationships with one another.
