We had a visitor in school last week, we talked about things to do to help us get a good nights sleep. Did you know we shouldn't play on devices like games consoles, smartphones or computers before we go to sleep as these devices wake up our brains with their bright screens which makes us active...

School Council visit to the Houses of Parliament What a fantastic day was had by all of the Key Stage 2, School Council members when they visited the Houses of Parliament. The children got to walk the route the Queen had taken the previous week when she attended the Houses of Parliament f...

Year 5 Giraffes were lucky enough to take part in a tennis skills workshop at Jack Hunt school on Friday 16th May. They were coached by the sports leaders. They all had a fantastic afternoon learning skills to help them improve their game. Wimbledon here we come!

We have a Blackbird nest in the Reception outside play area. The Blackbird has decided to build her nest in one of our water toys high up on a shelf.

On Tuesday 29th April Mrs Findlay from the RHS came to school to help 5 Giraffes to plant some vegetables. We had to clear the beds before she came, it was really hard work! We have all planted some seed with Mrs Findlay and can't wait to harvest and eat our crop in July. We hope to have carrots, po...

Huge Success - Football Stars in the making! On Thursday 20th March, 2014, all the children in Highlees Primary School had a fabulous opportunity to show off their kicking skills. Run by former professional footballers, the ProKick Schools Challenge is an exciting and successful fundraisi...