Tannery Drift First School

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We adapt activities to allow all children to show their strengths and encourage every child to feel capable, be independent and love learning. We aim to make sure that every child in our care enjoys their time at school and provide a safe and secure environment.

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Year 3 Stories Impress Author
Year 3 recently sent some of their writing to John Bond, the author of their focus book ‘Mini Rabbit Not Lost’ and were thrilled to receive a wonderful response from the author himself. John praised the children's creativ...
13 Nov 26Read More
Art Week Art Gallery
This week we were delighted to welcome families to our Arts Week Art Gallery. This year's Arts Week was inspired by renowned British artist David Hockney. Children explored his vibrant use of colour, landscapes, portraits and mixed...
13 Nov 26Read More
Children in need
Children in Need is happening next week! Children in Years 1 to 4 will take part in fun and inclusive workshops designed to help them learn new skills, enjoy being active and experience the many benefits of skipping.
09 Nov 26Read More
Kindness Week
This week, we celebrated Kindness Week across the school. Each year group took part in a variety of activities designed to promote kindness, friendship and respect for others. Year 2 Red Foxes enjoyed creating anonymous kindness posters...
23 Oct 26Read More
Year 3 Bug Hunt
Some of our year 3 children enjoyed exploring the school wildlife area and investigating the bug hotel. Armed with magnifying glasses, the children carefully observed the tiny creatures and habitats hidden within. Alongside their explora...
16 Oct 26Read More
French Theatre Adventure!
Last Wednesday children in Years 1 to 4 enjoyed a magical and interactive French theatre experience, Au Pays Des Lutins (Elf Land). During the adventure, they helped Lucy and her cat, Pistache, find their way home...
12 Oct 26Read More
School Council
We are delighted to introduce our new School Council members for 2026–2027! Our councillors are the voice of the children, sharing their ideas, listening to others and helping to make our school an even more effect...
12 Oct 26Read More
Year 2 - Autumn Leaf hunt
Some of our Year 2 children enjoyed a fantastic visit to the school wildlife area this week, where they became nature detectives in search of autumn leaves. Armed with identification guides, the children carefully observed, collected and co...
02 Oct 26Read More
Owl Class Gardening
Children in Owls Class have been enjoying learning all about plants, gardening, and how things grow from seeds. They carefully planted seeds and will be observing the changes each week. They have been learning about what plants need t...
02 Oct 26Read More
LaLuke visit Tannery Drift
We were delighted to welcome LaLuke Letchworth Ukulele Group to school today to perform for children in Years 1-4. The group played a variety of pieces, asking children to sing and clap along. Laluke are a talented group of p...
23 Sep 26Read More
Open Mornings for Prospective New Parents
We have two Open Mornings coming up this term, for prospective parents of Nursery and Reception children starting September 2027. These events offer an opportunity to have a tour of the school, in particular the Early Years classes, and hav...
18 Sep 26Read More
Year Group Meetings - Tuesday 22nd September
All parents and carers are invited to join us for Year Group meetings on Tuesday 22nd September. Each Year group will hold 2 meetings; one from 6-6.30pm and one from 6.30-7pm; you are welcome to attend either time (please turn up, there...
18 Sep 26Read More