Easter Celebrations Across Our Trust Schools

At the end of the Spring term, before the Easter holidays, schools across our Trust enjoyed a busy and joyful period filled with creativity, celebration and reflection. Pupils of all ages took part in a wide range of activities, including craft competitions, classroom projects and fundraising events.

Aldwyn Primary

At Aldwyn Primary, Year 4 pupils explored their creativity through a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory‑inspired project, designing and creating imaginative “tasty treats” linked to their learning. Creativity also flourished in Mrs Mottram’s Knitting Group, where pupils produced a collection of Easter bunnies and other seasonal makes, with some children developing new skills and techniques along the way. In addition, pupils in EYFS and Key Stage 1 enjoyed taking part in Easter Bonnet Parades, proudly showcasing their colourful and creative designs.

Arundale Primary School

Arundale Primary pupils showcased their imagination during a popular Easter Craft Competition, with a wide range of colourful and creative entries on display. Pupils also took part in a Hop, Skip and Jump fundraiser in support of Willow Wood Hospice, demonstrating enthusiasm and generosity. Easter workshops in Years 2 and 3 gave pupils opportunities to create seasonal crafts alongside their families, strengthening home‑school links, alongside Easter Bonnet Parades in selected year groups.

Discovery Academy

Discovery Academy pupils enjoyed an EGG‑cellent end to the Spring term with a PTFA‑organised Easter Egg Hunt. Older pupils paired up with younger children to search for hidden eggs around the school, promoting teamwork and shared enjoyment. All pupils who took part received a chocolate egg, and the school thanked the PTFA for organising such a successful community event.

Gamesley Primary 

At Gamesley Primary, Orchard Class enjoyed a joyful Easter party filled with fun and celebration. Across the whole school, the Decorate an Egg Competition, themed “Dream Big!”, inspired impressive creativity, with entries reflecting big ideas and imaginative thinking. Well‑deserved congratulations were given to all winners and participants.

Greenside Primary 

Greenside Primary School hosted a hugely successful Easter Egg Raffle, with over 150 prizes donated by local businesses, families and staff. The raffle raised an impressive £800+, which will be used to support playground improvements. Easter celebrations continued with discos for pupils across Years 1 to 6 and Sunflower Class, alongside parties for Nursery and Reception, ensuring children across the school had opportunities to celebrate in ways that suited them.

Inspire Academy

Pupils at Inspire Academy demonstrated originality and creativity through a Design an Egg Competition organised by the PTFA, producing a fantastic range of colourful and thoughtful designs. The competition encouraged creative thinking and self‑expression, with all participants praised for their effort and enthusiasm.

Pinfold Primary 

Year 5 pupils from Pinfold Primary led a beautiful service at St Barnabas Church, thoughtfully sharing the Easter story through readings, songs and prayers. The children demonstrated confidence, respect and teamwork throughout. The school extended its thanks to everyone who attended and to Reverend Sam for warmly welcoming the school community.

Poplar Street Primary

Poplar Street  enjoyed several Easter celebrations, including a lively EYFS Easter Bunny Hop, where pupils proudly wore bunny ears while raising over £2,000 for Willow Wood Hospice. The school also held a Decorate an Egg Competition, with imaginative entries adding colour and excitement to the school environment.

St Anne’s Primary 

Reception pupils at St Anne’s Primary enjoyed creating chocolate nests as part of their Easter learning. The celebrations concluded with an Easter Bonnet Parade, where children proudly showcased their handmade bonnets in a joyful and colourful event.