Talents and interests

At Fishburn Primary School, we believe every child has something special to offer. We provide opportunities for pupils to discover interests, develop skills and share their achievements through creativity, performance, practical activities and sport.

Fishburn’s Got Talent

Our Fishburn’s Got Talent event brought the school community together at Fishburn Youth and Community Centre. Every class contributed, with singing, dancing, drama and musical performances showcasing a range of talents.

Our Drama Group also helped make the event a success. Performing for families and friends gave children an opportunity to practise, work together and share something they were proud of.

 

 

Bringing Shakespeare to Life

Through the Royal Shakespeare Company project, our pupils have performed at Bishop Auckland Town Hall. Experiences have included a performance of Romeo and Juliet and a Year 3 production sharing the stage with pupils from Bluebell Meadow.

These opportunities introduce children to Shakespeare through participation, giving them a real audience and a shared creative goal.

 

 

Finding Our Voices Through Music

Our school choir recorded an entry for Stage 1 of the Durham Music Service Primary School Choir Competition. Preparing a recorded performance gave pupils an opportunity to practise their singing and work towards a shared goal.

Singing also brings our school community together through events such as Crafts and Carols, where children share their performances with families.

Celebrating Our Published Authors

Several pupils had their writing selected for the Young Writers anthology, “I Have a Dream – Inspired Words”.

Children created acrostic poems about their dream jobs, exploring ambitions ranging from baking and gardening to gaming, training and football. Seeing their words published in a book gave them an opportunity to celebrate their creativity and share their aspirations.

 

 

Discovering Creative and Practical Skills

Our Year 4 pupils explored pop art and transferred their designs onto tote bags during a DT visit to Sedgefield. They also made fruit muffins, sandwiches and wraps.

A further festive baking experience gave Year 5 pupils opportunities to mix ingredients, roll and bake cookies, and design their own labels.

These activities allow children to explore design and food preparation while practising practical skills.

 

 

Creating With Our Families

Our family art morning brought children, parents and carers together to create sunflower artwork inspired by Van Gogh. Easter egg decorating and Crafts and Carols have provided further opportunities to share ideas and enjoy making things together.

 

Trying a New Sport

Our KS2 archery experience introduced pupils to a different sporting activity. Children practised aiming, concentrating and improving their technique, with opportunities to recognise their progress.

We value participation, perseverance and improvement as children discover what they enjoy.