<![CDATA[Bowdon Church School News Feed - News]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D7%26amp%3Bnid%3D1 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Fri, 15 May 2026 17:59:26 GMT Fri, 15 May 2026 17:59:26 GMT <![CDATA[ BCS is a Rights Committed School! ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=6 We are delighted to announce that we are on the journey to become a UNICEF-accredited Rights Respecting School!

]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:36:43 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=6 <![CDATA[ Girls' football — inter-schools competition at the Etihad Stadium ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=80 On Monday, a group of our Year 6 girls had the fantastic opportunity to represent BCS at an inter-schools football competition held at the Etihad Stadium.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:58:51 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=80 <![CDATA[ Celebrating musical talents ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=83 Last Thursday was the school’s Spring Concert where the orchestra were able to share the music they have been working on this term.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:59:26 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=83 <![CDATA[ Author and illustrator Sophy Henn draw along ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=81 Our Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 children had the pleasure of meeting inspirational author and illustrator Sophy Henn

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:52:22 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=81 <![CDATA[ Football finals night ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=82 Both our boys’ and girls’ teams reached finals night after finishing top of their respective leagues.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:54:05 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=82 <![CDATA[ Greater Manchester Sports Hall Athletics ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=79 Last Friday, Mrs Cochrane and Ms Parle took our Sportshall Athletics team to the Greater Manchester Sportshall Athletics competition, held at the Manchester Regional Arena on the Etihad Campus. 

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:45:33 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=79 <![CDATA[ Bikeability ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=78 Well done to all the Y6 children who completed their Bikeability course since half term.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:43:54 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=78 <![CDATA[ What an incredible World Book Week!​​​​​​​ ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=75 It was wonderful to see the excitement around school all week. Book sharing between different year groups, reading for pleasure taking centre stage, and the opportunity to widen the children’s knowledge and understanding of wonderful words and idioms, all helped create a real buzz around reading. 

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:36:56 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=75 <![CDATA[ Year 2 Great Fire of London Performance ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=76 Please enter an introduction for your news story here.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:39:10 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=76 <![CDATA[ NSPCC Speak Out, Stay Safe​​​​​​​ ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=77 Bowdon Church School has been taking part in the NSPCC’s Speak Out, Stay Safe programme this week with workshops and assemblies led by the NSPCC happening across school.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:41:15 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=77 <![CDATA[ Languages Week ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=71 Languages Day at school was a huge success, with students immersed in a variety of languages and cultural activities.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:06:11 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=71 <![CDATA[ Author Visit ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=72 Bestselling author Hannah Gold visited school on Wednesday afternoon

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:16:02 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=72 <![CDATA[ Y6 Sale Sharks Wheelchair Rugby ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=73 On Tuesday, Year 6 were lucky enough to have part of their PE session run by the Sale Sharks Disability and Inclusion Team.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:21:53 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=73 <![CDATA[ Girls Shine at Manchester Primary Stars Final ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=74 The girls’ football team were back in action today at the Manchester Final of the Primary Stars Football tournament – and what a fantastic morning it was!

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:29:41 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=74 <![CDATA[ Prayer Spaces ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=70 Prayer is always a part of school life and every classroom has a quiet spot to pray or reflect in. This week we have focused even more on finding the time and space to stop and find space for prayer and reflection. Each class has created a special prayer activity and space to take time to pray and/or reflect. Some of them are shared below.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 17:08:06 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=70 <![CDATA[ Children’s Mental Health Week ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=68 This week is Children’s Mental Health Week with the theme ‘This Is My Place’. In school we have been focusing on the theme of “Belonging.”

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 16:50:28 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=68 <![CDATA[ Internet Safety Day! ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=69 Smart Tech, Safe Choices: Safer Internet Day 2026
On Tuesday, our school joined millions around the globe to celebrate Safer Internet Day 2026. This year’s theme, "Smart Tech, Safe Choices – Exploring the Safe and Responsible Use of AI," feels more relevant than ever as artificial intelligence becomes a daily part of how we learn, play, and communicate.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 16:56:28 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=69 <![CDATA[ National Storytelling Week ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=65 As part of National Storytelling Week, the children across school have been taking part in lots of reading for pleasure activities, including author workshops arranged by the National Literacy Trust.

]]> Thu, 14 May 2026 21:57:27 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=65 <![CDATA[ Y5 Road Trip around the USA using VR ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=66 On Wednesday, Year 5 enjoyed a thrilling road trip around the USA from the comfort of school, using Virtual Reality headsets.

]]> Thu, 14 May 2026 22:02:41 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=66 <![CDATA[ Hope ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=67 This half term our Christian value is hope.

]]> Thu, 14 May 2026 22:06:59 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=67 <![CDATA[ Premier League Primary Stars football tournament ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=64 On Friday 16th January, a group of our Year 6 boys attended the Premier League Primary Stars football tournament held at the Manchester United Academy, Cliff Training Centre.

]]> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:50:23 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=64 <![CDATA[ Starling Workshop - Neuro Diversity Advocates Group ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=63 Our neuro-diverse advocates group of children in Year 5 had their second workshop provided by Starling this morning - Finding Balance. The children participated with great enthusiasm, exploring how their brains and bodies work together as a team.

]]> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:44:12 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=63 <![CDATA[ Sportshall Primary Athletics Success ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=62 A great example of determination & teamwork

]]> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:28:02 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=62 <![CDATA[ Primary Maths Challenge Success! ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=61 All of our Year 6 pupils took part in the UK’s Primary Maths Challenge this month

]]> Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:03:40 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=61 <![CDATA[ Raising Money for Children in Need by 25 Acts of Kindness ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=60 We have raised £1,757 for Children in Need through our Acts of Kindness Challenge!

Thank you to all our kind children and wonderful parents for your support!

]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:33:34 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=60 <![CDATA[ Willow Weaving ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=59 Love, Learn, Grow

]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:03:32 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=59 <![CDATA[ Boys and Girls Basketball Tournament Winners ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=58 Both the girls' and boys' basketball teams have had great success in an interschool basketball competition.

]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:56:15 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=58 <![CDATA[ Trafford Handball tournament winners! ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=57 We are thrilled to share the fantastic achievements of our pupils at the recent Trafford Handball Tournament! 

]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:49:18 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=57 <![CDATA[ Remembrance ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=56 Remembrance Day is an opportunity for our school community to pause, reflect, and ensure that the immense sacrifices made by those who have died in combat are never forgotten.

]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:46:56 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=56 <![CDATA[ From our Harvest Festival to the Hope Centre ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=54 Some of our courageous advocacy team went on a trip to the Hope Centre Pantry in Partington this week to help sort the large number of food donations from our Harvest Festival.

]]> Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:54:29 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=54 <![CDATA[ Cross Country ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=53 Our runners have been busy competing both at John Leigh Park and at Sale Harriers this week!

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:36:07 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=53 <![CDATA[ Hockey League ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=55 A update on the Primary School Hockey League matches

]]> Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:57:00 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=55 <![CDATA[ Girls' Rugby Festival with Sale Sharks ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=50 Following the fantastic success of the England Women’s Rugby Team, Sale Sharks hosted an exciting Girls Rugby Festival — and what an amazing morning it was!

]]> Fri, 17 Oct 2025 15:59:09 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=50 <![CDATA[ Harvest Festival ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=49 Thank you for all your wonderful donations

]]> Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:57:01 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=49 <![CDATA[ Mr T smashes his first half marathon! ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=51 Mr Tarry took part in Manchester's Largest Half Marathon

]]> Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:09:33 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=51 <![CDATA[ Lord’s Prayer Moment ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=48 We come together as a school to sing and pray and the playground.

]]> Fri, 17 Oct 2025 13:57:01 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=48 <![CDATA[ Shakespeare’s Macbeth! ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=52 To enhance Y6's work on Macbeth and inspire their writing, the Young Shakespeare Company came to perform in our school hall. Four Young Shakespeare Company actors performed Shakespeare’s mesmerizing story of ambition, guilt and revenge in a fast-moving fully-costumed interactive production. 

]]> Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:33:29 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=52 <![CDATA[ Girls' Rugby ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=47 Inspiring girls to get involved in Rugby

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 14:29:56 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=47 <![CDATA[ Book Fair ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=43 Book Fair - THANK YOU!

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 10:59:19 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=43 <![CDATA[ School Blessing Service ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=42 Thank you to all who joined us at the School Blessing Service on Sunday at St Mary's church, Bowdon

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 16:54:37 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=42 <![CDATA[ Y5 - God and the Big Bang Workshop ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=41 Year 5 enjoyed a day of spiritual discussion and debate around the compatibility of science and faith.

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 10:28:31 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=41 <![CDATA[ Football league success ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=39 Both our boys' and our girls' teams have had a strong start to the season.

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 10:09:59 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=39 <![CDATA[ Black History Month 2025 ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=44 Standing Firm in Power and Pride - At Bowdon, Black History Month isn't an isolated unit or an add-on to our curriculum—it's a reflection of our year-round commitment to inclusive education.

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 10:50:54 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=44 <![CDATA[ Year 3 Hindu Day ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=40 Year 3 enjoyed a variety of Hindu workshops this week.

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 10:43:03 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=40 <![CDATA[ Reaching tremendous heights for charity! ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=37 During the school holidays, Alfie, Rory and Oscar and their team, managed to climb the equivalent of Mount Everest to raise vital funds for the North West Pre-hospital Critical Care Charity.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:01:52 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=37 <![CDATA[ Gold Award by the Geographical Association ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=45 We were delighted to hear that our Geography curriculum has been awarded a Gold Award by the Geographical Association, the highest accolade they offer.

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 11:07:24 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=45 <![CDATA[ Past Pupil - Mayor’s Cadet of Trafford ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=46 We were delighted to hear of the selection of William Homan (a past pupil), as the Mayor’s Cadet of Trafford for the 2025–26 term, to be appointed in September by the Mayor of Trafford, Councillor Jane Brophy.

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 11:14:45 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=46 <![CDATA[ Cheshire County Cricket Finals ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=36 In the penultimate week of term, both the girls' and boys' cricket teams qualified for the County Cricket Finals.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:58:05 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=36 <![CDATA[ BCS Statutory Assessment Results 2025 ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=38 Following the sending of our annual reports earlier this week, we are now absolutely delighted to share with you our statutory assessment results for Summer 2025. 

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:12:08 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=38 <![CDATA[ BCS Pop Lacrosse National Finals ]]> https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=32 Ms Parle and Mrs Cochrane proudly led our qualifying Pop Lacrosse team to the National Pop Lacrosse Finals.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:41:46 GMT https://www.bowdoncs.org.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=1&storyid=32