The term ‘seat of learning’ has taken on a new meaning for children at Upton Juniors in Broadstairs.
In a bid to further boost its inclusive and engaging learning environment, the school has introduced flexible seating options in its Year 3 classrooms this year.
The initiative has...
Children at Upton Juniors in Broadstairs have been encouraged to ‘feel the force and see the light’ in an exploration of science, technology, engineering and maths – collectively known as STEM.
The term-long learning by Year 3 culminated in a STEM Challenge Day that was the perf...
As part of their adventure exploring the world of Vikings, children at Upton Juniors in Broadstairs have created their own longships.
After discovering how the invaders sailed to Britain in the distinctive vessels renowned for speed and ability to traverse vast distances, the Year 6 group worked...
The whole school is alive with the sound of music at Upton Juniors in Broadstairs - building on its strong musical heritage, the school has implemented innovative initiatives to engage children of all ages and abilities.
The revised curriculum now includes a broader range of subjects including co...
Embracing and respecting each other’s differences was an important theme behind the fun fund-raising day for Children in Need at Upton Juniors in Broadstairs.
The school was a colourful mix of the charity’s spotty theme with a range of outfits celebrating the annual appeal through a n...
Children at Upton Juniors in Broadstairs put their best mismatched feet forward as part of nationwide odd socks day.
Pupils from all age groups wore fabulous footwear in a sparkling show of colours and styles as part of a non uniform day to underpin the important message – it is OK to be di...
The use of fire as a major influence in the development of mankind is being explored by children at Upton Junior in Broadstairs.
They are finding out how it was critical evolutionary tool to provide a source of warmth and lighting, protection from predators and a method of cooking food.
To...
Firefighters have used their expertise to help children at Upton Juniors in Broadstairs develop life-saving skills.
Members of Kent Fire and Rescue Service joined Year 6 pupils to discuss and demonstrate essential CPR - Cardiopulmonary resuscitation - techniques.
After talking through the...
Life ‘across the pond’ in North America has been the focus for Year 5 children at Upton Juniors in Broadstairs.
Pupils have explored the culture, history and heritage of USA and enjoyed finding out about the country’s people and places.
They started the term learning about di...
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