<![CDATA[Lowerhouse Junior School News Feed - Latest News]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D8%26amp%3Bnid%3D1 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:03:19 GMT Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:03:19 GMT <![CDATA[ Dynamo Cricket Success for Lowerhouse Red and Lowerhouse Blue ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=117 Well done to Lowerhouse Red and Lowerhouse Blue for a busy day of cricket at the Burnley School Sport Partnership Competition at Lowerhouse Cricket Club! 🏏 Lowerhouse Red showed their skills by winning all their matches and finishing 1st and will progress to the county finals on 7th July! A big shoutout to Lowerhouse Blue for their great effort, finishing in a great 4th place! Thank you to all the parents who came to support our teams!

]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:03:19 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=117 <![CDATA[ Sports Day (15th June 2026) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=116 What a great afternoon for our Sports Day! 🌟 All the children took part in a range of activities, earning points for their teams. πŸ† We can’t wait to reveal the winning teams in celebration assembly and give out medals and the trophy for the top house! A big thank you to our wonderful children, staff, and families for their support and enthusiasm. Special thanks to Lowerhouse Cricket Club for their fantastic space!

]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:54:59 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=116 <![CDATA[ Yr6 London Residential ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=115 Year 6 have started their London trip with a busy day so far! 🚀 They enjoyed a boat ride on the River Thames and saw amazing views from The London Eye. 🎑The day continued as they explored London, spotting sights like The King’s Guard, the red phone boxes, and Downing Street. They also had a nice walk in St. James's Park! 🌳 What a great way to learn about our capital! Stay tuned for more updates!

Follow the link below to our Yr6 London Residential Gallery - Lowerhouse Junior School - Yr 6 London Residential 2026

]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:20:09 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=115 <![CDATA[ Johnson Trophy Final for Football Stars ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=114 Well done to our amazing football team for their fantastic performance in the Burnley School Sport Partnership Johnson Trophy Final! ⚽ The match ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw, leading to a tense penalty shootout. Although we just missed out, the team demonstrated our value of “respect” throughout the match, congratulating the winning team with true sportsmanship. A huge thank you to Mr Pope, Mr O’Brien, and Mr Cosgrove for all their hard work with the boys, and to our supportive families for cheering them on! 

]]> Wed, 3 Jun 2026 18:32:46 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=114 <![CDATA[ Leah and Nancy Return to School ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=113 We were thrilled to welcome back Leah and Nancy to school today after their time away! It was truly heart-warming to see our children engage so positively during their Therapy Dog Sessions. 🐾 The connection they bring to our school is invaluable! Thank you, Leah and Nancy, for your dedication to school and our children. 

]]> Wed, 3 Jun 2026 18:19:59 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=113 <![CDATA[ Sponsored Read Books Arrive! ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=112 We are thrilled to announce the fantastic books chosen for every classroom from our Sponsored Read last term! πŸ“š Thanks to your generous support, we raised an amazing £656, and with an additional £393 from Usborne, our classrooms are now filled with exciting new reads! A huge thank you to Mrs Wallace for organising this opportunity and to everyone who took part. Your contributions make a real difference!

]]> Wed, 3 Jun 2026 18:12:28 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=112 <![CDATA[ School Games Mark Gold Award 2025/2026 ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=111 We’re thrilled to announce that Lowerhouse Juniors has achieved the School Games Gold Mark Award for 2025/2026 for the second consecutive year! πŸ… A huge well done to all of our children, staff, and supporters whose hard work, teamwork, and sporting spirit made this possible. βš½οΈπŸ€βšΎοΈπŸŽΎπŸ‰πŸ“πŸ‘πŸβ›³οΈπŸ›Ή

Here’s to even more success, sport, and physical activity in 2026/2027! Let’s keep the momentum going!

]]> Fri, 29 May 2026 11:43:48 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=111 <![CDATA[ Pendleside Hospice Colour Run (22nd May 2026) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=110 What an amazing way to finish the half term with our Colour Run, raising funds to support Pendleside Hospice and all their incredible work in the community! 🌈 A massive thank you to all our children and staff who got involved and embraced the fun, getting covered in paint to help raise money. It was fantastic to see so many of our school families come out to celebrate with us!

A huge thank you to Mr O’Brien for his exceptional organisation and running of the event. πŸ™Œ

Please follow the link below to donate to our JustGiving page and continue supporting this worthy cause: Joe O'Brien is fundraising for Pendleside Hospice

]]> Fri, 22 May 2026 17:39:28 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=110 <![CDATA[ Parent Workshop – Lego Challenge (14th May 2026) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=109 Thank you to all the parents and family members who joined us for our Lego Challenge Workshop today! 🧱✨ It was great to see our children show their creativity by building models and taking on challenges, including some zip line attempts! Your support is important to us and our school community.

]]> Thu, 14 May 2026 18:27:31 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=109 <![CDATA[ Yr3 and Yr4 Cross Country Success ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=108 Congratulations to our Yr3/4 Cross Country runners for their fantastic performance at the Burnley School Sport Partnership Race in Towneley Park! πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ It was great to see amazing sportsmanship by team mates helping each other. Special mention to SP for his 1st place finish πŸ₯‡and AV for her 2nd place finish πŸ₯ˆ! Thank you to Mr Pope, Mr O’Brien, Mrs Sutcliffe, and Miss Baxendale for your support and for organising the teams. Your hard work is appreciated!

]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 18:12:40 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=108 <![CDATA[ Yr5 Money Management Session 1 - Wants v Needs ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=107 Year 5 Chestnut and Year 5 Oak welcomed special guests for a session on money management and the difference between “wants and needs.” πŸ’°The children listened well and showed our school values.

]]> Thu, 7 May 2026 17:59:51 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=107 <![CDATA[ Lancashire School Games Junction 4 Skate Park Festival ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=106 This morning, 4 of our Year 5/6 boys proudly represented our school and Burnley at the Lancashire School Games! πŸ›Ή They took part in skateboarding, scootering, and BMX activities. Well done to the boys for an amazing morning! A big thank you to Burnley School Sport Partnership for this fantastic opportunity. We are so proud of you!

]]> Fri, 1 May 2026 14:13:13 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=106 <![CDATA[ Sports Council's Yr3/4 Athletics Event Success ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=105 Huge congratulations to our amazing Year 5 and Year 6 Sports Council for their outstanding effort in organising and running the Year 3/4 Athletics event! πŸƒ‍β™‚οΈπŸƒ‍♀️ They did a fantastic job hosting various schools in the area, arranging events, scores, and races seamlessly. Their hard work truly shone through! Well done to everyone involved for making it such a success!

]]> Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:04:00 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=105 <![CDATA[ Eco-Council Pen Recycling♻️​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=104 🌍✨ Exciting news from our Eco Council! We have collected all those pesky pens that no longer work, and we’ve organised a fantastic opportunity to recycle them! ♻️ A company will be sending us a free postage stamp to ensure all our pens are disposed of responsibly. Let’s do our part for the planet and keep our school eco-friendly!

]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:20:02 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=104 <![CDATA[ Yr3 Art visit to Gawthorpe Hall ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=103 Yr3 Elm and Yr3 Willow classes had a great morning at Gawthorpe Hall! The children sketched the lovely surroundings, capturing nature and buildings. 🌳🎨 They will use their sketches to create artwork inspired by David Hockney's digital style. We can’t wait to see their creativity!

]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:25:04 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=103 <![CDATA[ Yr3 Oshibana Art in Forest School ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=102 Year 3 brought their science and art topics from class to life at Forest School! They explored our school grounds to create their own Japanese “Oshibana” artwork by pressing flowers. 🌼 It was wonderful to see the children working together and showing their creativity. Well done, Year 3!

]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:32:08 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=102 <![CDATA[ Tri Kidz Triathlon Workshops Success ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=101 What an amazing end to the week with all classes taking part in Triathlon circuits with Tri Kidz and Epic Kidz Charity! πŸŠβ€β™‚οΈπŸš΄β€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ The children showed incredible enthusiasm and support as they completed all events. A huge well done to everyone involved! Keep up the great work, everyone!

]]> Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:21:13 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=101 <![CDATA[ Yr3/4 Rounders Victory in their First Match ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=100 Well done to our Year 3/4 children who represented school in their first ever rounders match! It was a closely contested game played with amazing sportsmanship and respect. The match finished with a thrilling 19-17 win for Lowerhouse! πŸ† Thank you to Miss Baxendale and Mr Cosgrove for organising the team and fixture, and to all the parents and families for their incredible support!

]]> Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:07:00 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=100 <![CDATA[ School Council Road Safety Poster (22nd April 2026) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=99 Following on from their fantastic work promoting road safety, our School Council is thrilled to announce that our very own road safety sign will soon be installed outside the front of school! 🚦 A huge well done to the talented children whose posters were chosen for this important initiative.

]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:03:40 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=99 <![CDATA[ KS2 Girls Dynamo Cricket Festival ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=98 Well done to our Key Stage 2 Girls Cricketers who represented school at the Burnley School Sport Partnership Girls Dynamo Cricket Festival at Lowerhouse Cricket Club🏏 They took part in activities and games throughout the morning. It was fantastic to see all classes represented! Keep it up, girls!

]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:33:57 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=98 <![CDATA[ Girls Football Quarter Final v Wellfield (16th April 2026) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=97 Fantastic effort by our Yr5/6 Girls Football team in the Burnley Quarter Finals! ⚽️ The girls played hard and took the match to extra time, finishing with a close defeat of 3-2 with goals from HB and EA. Thank you to Mr Cosgrove and Mr O’Brien for organising the match, and to all our parents for their support!

]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:15:13 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=97 <![CDATA[ Spare Uniform Collection (15th April 2026) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=96 Applause for our Eco-Council! They organised a spare uniform collection, providing free uniforms for families in need. Their dedication makes a difference in helping our school community! Well done, Eco-Council!

]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:46:38 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=96 <![CDATA[ Lowerhouse Junior School & Pendleside Hospice Colour Run Assembly ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=95 Today, we had a wonderful assembly with Leah from Pendleside Hospice, who shared details about our exciting opportunity of our sponsored Colour Run on Friday, 22nd May! 🌈 All proceeds will support the incredible work of Pendleside Hospice in our community. Children will bring home sponsorship forms, so please keep an eye out! πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ We invite all families to cheer on the children during this fun event. Let’s make a splash for a great cause!

]]> Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:07:27 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=95 <![CDATA[ Easter Egg/Bonnet Entries Wow School ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=94 Today, school was filled with creativity as we showcased the amazing entries for our Easter Egg and Bonnet competition! Our School Council had the tough task of voting for the winners, who will be announced during our Merit Celebration Assembly on the last day of term. A huge thank you to everyone for your imaginative entries – your creativity truly shines!

]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:33:39 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=94 <![CDATA[ Easter Egg Bingo Success (25th March 2026) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=93 A huge THANK YOU to all our wonderful families who supported us at our annual Easter Egg Bingo! 🐣 It was amazing to see the hall filled with people as we came together as a school community. Your enthusiasm and support made this event a great (and busy) success!

]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:23:11 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=93 <![CDATA[ Yr5 Guardian Angel Visit - Easter Activities and Reading (24th March 2026) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=92 Our Year 5 Guardian Angels had a busy afternoon with their Year 2 buddies from Rosegrove Infant School! They created Easter bunnies and shared reading by Yr5 bringing a free book for their buddies. πŸ“šπŸ°Thank you to all the children for their work and linking both schools!

]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:00:58 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=92 <![CDATA[ Rocksteady Music Performance (23rd March 2026) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=91 What an amazing way to start our week! Our Rocksteady Music School Bands (and solo artists) showcased their incredible progress with a fantastic show for us all. A huge thank you to Elliot for his hard work and dedication over the past weeks and for parents who were able to celebrate with us in school! πŸŽΆπŸ‘ Keep it up, everyone!

]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:24:38 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=91 <![CDATA[ Yr5 History Workshop (Vikings) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=90 What an incredible Viking Day for Year 5! πŸ›‘οΈ The children immersed themselves with hands-on workshops and activities that brought the Viking era to Lowerhouse. From exploring Viking artefacts to learning about their daily lives, writing in runes, and even reenacting battles! Well done to everyone for your enthusiasm throughout the day!

]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:24:43 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=90 <![CDATA[ Yr5 & Yr6 Burnley Cross Country Finals ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=89 Fantastic performance by our Year 5 and Year 6 Cross Country runners at the Burnley race! πŸƒ‍β™‚οΈπŸƒ‍♀️ They truly showed our school values of resilience and aspiration. Congratulations to HB and TH for qualifying for the Lancashire Finals! Thank you to Mr Pope, Mr O’Brien, and all our staff for their support, and to our parents for being amazing too!

]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:23:36 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=89 <![CDATA[ Yr3 History Workshops (Romans) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=88 Year 3 took part in an exciting and enriching series of Roman Workshops! They had the incredible opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of ancient Rome. Our children explored a variety of ancient artefacts, gaining hands-on experience that brought history to life. They also engaged in creative activities, looking at ancient pottery and jewellery, which allowed them to fully understand Roman life and culture! 🏺

]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:09:04 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=88 <![CDATA[ Stay and Read Family Afternoon ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=87 A huge thank you to all our wonderful families for joining us for our Stay and Read event this afternoon! πŸ“š It was fantastic to see an amazing turn our of families to join their children and share the joy of reading in school. We hope you enjoy your books at home and continue the reading together!

]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:42:46 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=87 <![CDATA[ International Women's Day – Girl's Football Session ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=86 As part of International Women's Day, some of our amazing Year 4 and Year 5 girls represented our school brilliantly at the Burnley School Sport Partnership Girls Football Sessions this morning! ⚽️ They took part in various activities before playing 4 matches, winning 2 and drawing 1! Keep up the fantastic effort!

]]> Sun, 8 Mar 2026 16:03:22 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=86 <![CDATA[ World Book Day 2026 ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=85 Happy World Book Day! πŸ“š A big THANK YOU to all the children and staff for your amazing costumes today! Your creativity made school a world of words. We also added to our sponsored read challenge! Keep up the great work, everyone!

]]> Thu, 5 Mar 2026 18:32:28 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=85 <![CDATA[ Yr5 Time Odyssey Trip - Science and Industry Museum ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=84 What an incredible adventure year 5 had at the Time Odyssey Museum at Science and Industry Museum in Manchester! 🌟 Our children represented the school brilliantly as they journeyed through time, exploring the worlds of Vikings, Ancient Egyptians and many more! It was great to see our values of respect and aspiration show towards their learning!

]]> Thu, 5 Mar 2026 18:29:59 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=84 <![CDATA[ Yr6 Chess Club Leader Board Heating Up ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=83 Our Yr6 Chess Club leader board is heating up! πŸ†β™ŸοΈ Another fantastic lunchtime filled with close games has showcased the skills our children are developing. It’s wonderful to see them not only honing their own abilities but also teaching each other along the way.

]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:47:32 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=83 <![CDATA[ Sportshall Athletics Success in Burnley Finals ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=82 Congratulations to our Sportshall Athletics team! They achieved 2nd place in the Burnley regional finals! πŸ₯ˆ Our athletes showcased their skills in various events, embodying our school value of "aspiration." A further congratulation to KH for winning athlete of the evening across all schools. Thank you to our supportive parents and to Mr Pope, Mr O’Brien, and Mr Cosgrove for their dedication in organising and training the team!

]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:50:50 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=82 <![CDATA[ Eco Council's new Recycle Bins across School ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=81 Celebrating our Eco Council's fantastic work! They've organised new recycling bins around the school, to support Mr Riley and make a real impact on our sustainability efforts. It's great to see our children contribute to a greener future! Keep it up! πŸ’šβ™»οΈ

]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:41:09 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=81 <![CDATA[ Ozobots Parent Workshop Login ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=80 πŸ€– Join us for our first FREE Parent Workshop on Tuesday 17th March from 9:15am to 11:15am! Parents/Family members and children in school will spend time programming Mini Robots with Ozobots, linked to our computing lessons. 

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot on a first come, first served basis! Follow the link below, click on “enrol,” and “create your account": https://portal.mis.nelsongroup.ac.uk/Page/U_PublicCourseDetails?uio_id=66864

]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:23:24 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=80 <![CDATA[ Stop means STOP Campaign - School Council ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=79 Our School Council, led by Miss Roberts, proudly supported the Lancashire Police ‘Stop means STOP’ campaign outside of school today! 🚦We joined forces with our School Crossing Patrol (Michael), Police, parking officers, councillors and local teams to highlight:

πŸš—The importance of stopping for School Crossing Patrols

πŸš—Driver responsibilities under the law

πŸš—Safe driving practices

This is crucial for our school community's safety. The children will continue to raise awareness and promote safe practices across school following today. Thank you to everyone's continued support!

]]> Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:37:34 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=79 <![CDATA[ Yr4 Finish Forest School with Delicious Treats ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=78 Year 4 have had an amazing half-term at Forest School! 🌳 In their last session, they learnt to light fires, make s’mores, and express their creativity through stone painting. πŸͺ¨πŸ”₯🍫 We are proud of their values and teamwork. Thank you Sporting NRG for these amazing opportunities!

]]> Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:17:46 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=78 <![CDATA[ Spring 1 Writing Displays ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=77 What a great way to end the half-term with everyone’s fantastic writing! ✍️ From exciting stories about The Iron Man 🦾, to fun adventures with Wallace and Gromit 🍞, to interesting sci-fi tales πŸͺ and persuasive pieces inspired by the Wicked Wizard of Oz πŸ§™! We are so proud of our children’s creativity and hard work. Keep it up, everyone!

]]> Sat, 14 Feb 2026 14:17:32 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=77 <![CDATA[ Great Athlete Paralympian Inspires Fitness Circuit ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=76 What a busy afternoon it has been! We were thrilled to welcome Paralympic GB Sprinter Michael Churm to our school today. All the children participated in their sponsored fitness circuits, showcasing their enthusiasm and teamwork! πŸƒ‍♂️

During our assembly, the children asked some amazing questions, demonstrating their curiosity and engagement. A huge thank you to everyone who helped raise money for this great cause! Your support makes a real difference.

]]> Thu, 5 Feb 2026 17:43:03 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=76 <![CDATA[ Whole School Speed Stacking Event (2nd February 2026) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=75 What an incredible day of Speed Stacking! All our children took part in various activities and races, led by our sports leaders. A huge thank you to Burnley School Sport Partnership for organising this fantastic opportunity!

]]> Mon, 2 Feb 2026 18:16:28 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=75 <![CDATA[ Primary Dynamo Girls Cricket Festival ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=74 Our Yr6 girls cricketers represented the school and Lowerhouse Cricket Club at the Primary Girls Dynamo Cricket Festival, winning all their matches against Burnley CC, Nelson CC, and Colne CC! 🏏They even met Grace Johnson, a player for Lancashire and former Lowerhouse CC player. Well done, girls!

]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:12:16 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=74 <![CDATA[ Sportshall Athletics Qualify for Burnley Finals ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=73 Congratulations to our Sportshall Athletics team for their fantastic victory! They not only won their event but also qualified for the Burnley School Sport Partnership finals showing our values of aspiration and resilience! A huge thank you to Mr O’Brien, Mr Pope, and Mr Cosgrove for their dedication and hard work. And a shoutout to our amazing parents for their unwavering support! πŸ‘ Let’s keep it going as we head to the finals!

]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:37:53 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=73 <![CDATA[ Library Bus Visit 26/1/2026 ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=72 Today, our school had the wonderful opportunity to welcome the library service bus, an exciting initiative that brings a world of literature right to our doorstep! The children eagerly explored the vast selection of books available, carefully choosing titles that sparked their imagination and curiosity. It was heartwarming to see their enthusiasm as they shared their thoughts on their chosen books with friends and teachers alike. We are thrilled to announce that these new additions will soon be on display in our library, providing even more opportunities for our children to discover the joy of reading. We encourage all families to visit the library and explore these fantastic new resources together!πŸ“–

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:20:16 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=72 <![CDATA[ Active Learning Strategies Across School ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=71 It was great to see Yr5 Oak class actively participating in one of our whole school Active Learning activities! It’s fantastic to see everyone joining in and fully engaged in their learning journey. A huge well done to Oak class for showcasing such enthusiasm and teamwork!

]]> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:11:08 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=71 <![CDATA[ Yr3 Athletics win Amazing πŸ₯‰β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹ ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=70 We are thrilled to announce that our Year 3 Athletics team has achieved an impressive 3rd place at the Burnley School Sports Hall Athletics competition! πŸ₯‰πŸƒ‍β™‚οΈπŸƒ‍♀️ This remarkable achievement showcases the hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship of our young athletes. They have trained hard, demonstrating not only their athletic skills but also teamwork and resilience throughout the competition.

A special thank-you goes out to Mr Cosgrove for his exceptional coaching and guidance, as well as to our wonderful parents and guardians for their support and encouragement. Your involvement makes a significant difference in our children's experiences and successes.

]]> Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:14:15 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=70 <![CDATA[ Yr4 Rowan Forest School Success ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=69 In Forest School, Year 4 Rowan explored animal shelters! πŸŒ³πŸΏοΈπŸ¦” The children discussed what makes a good shelter and ventured into the forest to build their own. A fantastic hands-on learning experience!

]]> Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:05:14 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=69 <![CDATA[ Yr5/6 Darts Club Continues to hit BULLSEYE ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=68 This week, Mr Cosgrove's Yr5 & Yr6 Darts Club continued with an exciting session with Yr5 Chestnut! The children showcased incredible skills, hitting bullseyes, trebles and doubles! 🎯 Is the next Professional Darts Corporation champion at Lowerhouse Junior School?

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