<![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) Fri, 1 May 2026 14:13:13 GMT Fri, 1 May 2026 14:13:13 GMT <![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?

]]> Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:02:33 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=68 <![CDATA[ Santa's Visit to Classes ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=67 What a fantastic start to the morning πŸŽ…βœ¨! We were thrilled to welcome Santa, who spread festive cheer by visiting each class and bringing a special gift for everyone. 🎁Thank you, Santa, for making everyone's morning festive!

]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:47:41 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=67 <![CDATA[ Yr3 Christmas Production "The Landlord's Cat" ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=66 Congratulations to our Year 3 cast for their two fantastic Christmas performances of “The Landlord’s Cat”πŸŽ„πŸ±β­! The children showcased incredible talent, and we thank our amazing staff and families for their support. Your encouragement means everything!

]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:27:39 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=66 <![CDATA[ End of Term Festive Dojo Rewards ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=65 What a fantastic afternoon celebrating our Dojo Points Rewards! Children enjoyed activities like Glow Dodgeball, Bingo, Christmas Movies, Crafts, Quizzes, and Festive Karaoke! 🎀✨It was a great way to celebrate everybody's hard work this term. πŸŽ„

]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:20:39 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=65 <![CDATA[ Christmas Lunch 2025 ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=64 A huge thank you to our wonderful children and families for making this afternoon truly amazing! πŸŽ„βœ¨ Our Christmas lunch was a delightful celebration, filled with laughter and joy. A special shout-out to Claire and our fantastic kitchen staff for preparing such a delicious meal that everyone enjoyed. Your hard work and dedication made this event unforgettable!

Let’s continue to spread the festive cheer!

]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 23:06:15 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=64 <![CDATA[ Yr5 Chestnut Bike Ability ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=63 What a fantastic day for Year 5 Chestnut! They tackled their Level 1 and Level 2 Bike Ability training, with some children mastering their skills and others riding with new confidence! A big thank you to Go Velo for this amazing opportunity! πŸŒŸπŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ

]]> Tue, 9 Dec 2025 22:11:06 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=63 <![CDATA[ Festive Support with Nancy ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=62 Nancy, our School Therapy Dog, continued to spread joy during her recent visit with her festive presents! A big thank you to Nancy and Leah for their incredible support across school. πŸΎπŸŽ…

]]> Thu, 4 Dec 2025 09:45:06 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=62 <![CDATA[ Yr5 & Yr2 Guardian Angel Christmas Activities ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=61 Our Year 5 Guardian Angels welcomed their Year 2 buddies from Rosegrove Infants! Together, they worked on sharing their designed Christmas cards, promoting friendship between our schools. It’s heart-warming to see these connections grow and thrive!

]]> Wed, 3 Dec 2025 00:05:35 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=61 <![CDATA[ Yr3/4 Gymnastics Festival Fun ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=60 Congratulations to our talented gymnasts who participated in the Burnley School Sport Partnership Yr3/4 Gymnastics festivals! πŸ€Έβ€β™‚οΈ Their confidence and dedication shone through in every activity. We are so proud!

]]> Tue, 25 Nov 2025 22:35:56 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=60 <![CDATA[ Robin Hood Panto Visit (25th November 2025) ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=59 🎭 What a fantastic day for everyone! All the children enjoyed the Rosegrove Neighbourhood Watch Pantomime of Robin Hood today 🏹🌳. With songs, fun, and audience participation, we kicked off the festive period in style! 🎢✨ A huge thank you to our governors for funding the panto visit, allowing everyone to enjoy an early festive treat! πŸŽ„

]]> Tue, 25 Nov 2025 22:29:31 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=59 <![CDATA[ Yr5/6 Football Team Shine in Burnley Schools Final! ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=58 Congratulations to our Yr5/6 Football team for their incredible 2nd place finish in the Burnley School Sport Partnership Final this afternoon! They fought hard against 7 teams, achieving 5 wins, 1 draw, and 1 narrow loss. A huge thank you to all the parents and families who cheered them on—your support means the world!

]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:59:09 GMT https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=58 <![CDATA[ Amazing News from Lowerhouse Junior School Poppy Appeal!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ ]]> https://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk/news/?pid=8&nid=1&storyid=57 We are thrilled to share that our Poppy Appeal has raised an incredible £312.95! A huge thank you to our wonderful school family for your generosity! Your kindness makes a real difference supporting the Royal British Legion.

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