This week, Key Stage 1 came together for a very special Butterfly Release Picnic. In Science, the children have been learning about animal groups, habitats and life cycles. To bring this learning to life, Miss Kerry and Miss Langrick wanted the children to experience the full butterfly life cycle. And, because the children have been so amazing this year, the celebration also included a special picnic treat!

Some butterflies were ready to spread their wings and fly away, while others seemed quite happy to stay with us at Model Village… and we can understand why!

The children have loved watching the butterflies grow and have cared for them thoughtfully through every stage of their journey. One child summed up the day perfectly by saying:
“It’s the best day in Year 2!”

It was a truly memorable experience for everyone in Key Stage 1. A huge thank you to our teachers, TAs, catering team and, of course, our wonderful children.

As part of their art topic on sculpture, the Year 3 children from Model Village visited The Harley Gallery, where they explored a range of inspiring artwork and sculptures. During the visit, the children took part in a workshop where they designed and created their own imaginative hats. We are incredibly proud that their finished creations are now proudly displayed in the gallery for visitors to enjoy.

The excitement continued when Year 3 became “tomb raiders” for the day during a special visit from Mansfield Museum. The children immersed themselves in the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt by solving mazes, examining artefacts and mummies, and learning how to translate hieroglyphs. They then worked together to curate their own museum-style displays and confidently presented their discoveries to the rest of the class.

These memorable experiences brought learning to life and gave the children wonderful opportunities to develop their creativity, teamwork and curiosity.

We are incredibly proud of the girls who represented Model Village at the Winding Wheel in Chesterfield during the annual dance festival. The dedication and effort they displayed in mastering the routine within such a short timeframe were truly remarkable. They certainly saved their best performance for the big day!

In addition to their stunning performance, the girls also had the opportunity to watch other schools showcase their talents, broadening their appreciation for diverse dance styles and techniques.

Congratulations to the girls for their outstanding achievement and for representing Model Village with such elegance and enthusiasm. We look forward to seeing how they will continue to grow and shine in future performances!

The basketball team from Model Village Primary School did an amazing job representing the school after qualifying for the basketball finals, which were held last week at Shirebrook Academy.

Throughout the tournament, the team showed fantastic determination, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Their team spirit truly shone through as they supported one another and worked brilliantly together on the court.

The team celebrated a great win against Blackwell Primary School and secured a well-earned draw against Duckmanton Primary School. They then went on to face Park Road Primary School in their final match. It was a very close and exciting game, with Model Village narrowly missing out by just one basket.

We are extremely proud of the team for their effort, determination, and positive attitude throughout the competition. You represented the school brilliantly. Well done to everyone involved! 

At Model Village Primary School, we had a fantastic time celebrating World Book Day. The school was filled with excitement as children and staff arrived dressed as their favourite book characters. From brave wizards and mischievous pirates to magical creatures and classic storybook heroes, the corridors were bursting with colour and imagination.

Throughout the day, classes took part in a range of fun reading activities. Children shared their favourite stories, and enjoyed time relaxing with a good book. Teachers also surprised the children by reading some of their favourite books aloud, bringing the stories to life with dramatic voices and plenty of enthusiasm.

World Book Day reminded us all how magical reading can be. It was a brilliant celebration of stories, imagination, and the joy of books!

The children in Mini Models have been exploring the tale of The Three Little Pigs. They had a great time repeating keywords and phrases from the story.

Together, the children collaborated to construct houses for the pigs, aiming to create sturdy structures that the wolf wouldn't be able to blow down! They thoroughly enjoyed reenacting their favourite scenes from the story, taking turns to portray either the wolf or the pigs.