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  • 24/06/25

    Book Now: School Open Events

    Is Your Child Due to Start School in Autumn 2026? Come and Visit Us! We are delighted to invite prospective parents and children to one of our upcoming Open Events here at Great Bowden Academy. If your child is due to start school in Autumn, this is a fantastic opportunity to come and see what ma...
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  • 19/11/25

    Thursdays are… Super Scientists Day!

    Our after-school calendar is officially chock-a-block as we welcome back Super Scientists to our Thursday slot this term - always a firm favourite with the children. Led by experienced science teacher Chris Esgate-Green, pupils get hands-on with practical, exciting experiments that spark curiosit...
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  • 19/11/25

    Primary Mathematics Challenge

    On Tuesday, our brilliant Maths Team took part in the Primary Mathematics Challenge - an annual national competition for Year 5 and 6 pupils across the UK. The challenge is designed to spark enthusiasm, build confidence, and strengthen problem-solving and reasoning skills - and our pupils certain...
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  • 18/11/25

    Football League Update – Year 5/6 Boys

    Our Year 5 & 6 Boys Football League team were back in action last Tuesday, continuing to show fantastic teamwork, resilience and determination in the next round of league fixtures. After an incredible start to the season — winning all three of their opening games — the team went i...
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  • 17/11/25

    Eco Team Launches Switch Off Week

    In today’s assembly, our brilliant Eco Ambassadors officially launched Switch Off Week - an initiative designed by the Eco Team to help us save electricity, reduce energy use, and cut carbon emissions. Throughout the week, the Eco Team will be encouraging everyone to switch off lights and a...
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  • 17/11/25

    Forest School

    It’s that time of year when we can officially say we go out in ALL weathers in Forest School! From brilliant sunshine to torrential rain — and this week’s bitterly cold spell — Class 4 have embraced it all over the past few weeks… and loved every minute! To help kee...
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  • 13/11/25

    Remembrance Poems & Prayers – £570 Raised for the Poppy Appeal

      We are incredibly proud to share that our Remembrance Poems and Prayers Book written by Class 3 and 4 pupils have raised an amazing £570 for the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal. The collection of poems and prayers clearly touched the hearts of many — from veterans...
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  • 10/11/25

    Bonfire Night Spectacular!

    We had a fantastic night on Wednesday at the Bonfire Night Spectacular, brilliantly organised by our amazing PTA. Held at The Red Lion, the event was a huge success - with so many families joining us for a wonderful evening of autumn fun. Thanks to your support, an incredible £555 profit wa...
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  • 06/11/25

    Remembrance Poems & Prayers Book

    We are so proud to share that our talented Class 3 and 4 pupils have created a very special Remembrance Poems and Prayers Book, inspired by their learning about remembrance, gratitude, and honouring those who served. The children have worked incredibly hard crafting thoughtful poems and heartfelt...
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  • 03/11/25

    Harvest Festival Service

    A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at our Harvest Festival at St Peter & St Paul’s Church before half term — it was a truly wonderful celebration! We’re so grateful to Rev’d Hils and the church team for leading such a lovely service once again. Together, we ref...
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  • 26/10/25

    Egyptian Cartouche Printing

    As part of our Ancient Egypt topic, our Class 3 and Class 4 pupils took part in a fantastic cartouche printing workshop. Using a combination of hieroglyphics and important ancient Egyptian symbols, each pupil designed, etched, and printed their very own personalised cartouche — just like th...
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  • 21/10/25

    Football Team Win ‘Pokemon Cup’

    It’s more footballing success for GBA. After brilliant win from our Year 5 & 6 boys’ team the other week, our mixed Year 5 & 6 football team has gone and done it again — bringing home the Pokémon Cup! The Pokémon cup is a local small school tournament in wh...
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