All of the Coritani learners experienced the magic that is Explorer Dome.  This time, it was a fantastic introduction to one of the most inspiring topics, light. There were 2 different shows, one for seniors and one for juniors.  All the learners were excited and engaged watching the projections across the large domed tent.

To celebrate our achievement in gaining the Silver award for Rights Respecting Schools we decided to link this with our now traditional garden party.  The Rights Respecting Mad Hatters Bubble Tea party was born to mark this occasion and we had a thoroughly enjoyable day.  Learners feasted on savouries, cakes all topped off with a show stopping trifle.  The day ended with staff and learners from all key stages involved in games and they even helped with clearing up. Of course we did have bubbletea which was an experience, enjoyed by some and avoided by a few.  Look out for next years theme which will celebrate 10 years of Coritani.

All of the Coritani learners had an exciting day at Flamingoland to finish the old academic year and to be ready for 2024/25. Our traditional visit to the theme park came with fantastic weather. We even had to send out a suncream warning!  Learners enjoyed all the rides and one group spent the day with the animals.  The day ended as we watched the pirate show.  A GRRRR-eat ending to a wonderful day.

Our learners have continued to develop their social and emotional skills as we have embraced the thrive approach at Coritani. Work through discussions, future planning, a range of creative activities (and of course Kelvey our therapy dog) have supported individual learning journeys to equip them with the skills needed for life. It has been great to see the progress that the children have made as they become more confident learners, ready to thrive in school and the wider community.

We had a visit from a Paleontologist! During this activity learners found lots of fossils hidden in the school gym. Using the special tools and brushes provided and taking great care learners uncovered a variety of fossils. From the folders provided learners were able to cross reference the fossils with information from the largest land dinosaur to a tiny star fish. Alongside this learners were reminded of carnivores, herbivores and how dinosaurs adapted to their habitat when they roamed our planet.

The junior learners have been taking advantage of the weather this term by enjoying our local park. All learners have safely walked to the park using look, listen and cross on each road. The have used the equipment safely and been respectful of one another by waiting turns. Not only have these visits supported our learners' social development, it has enabled them to practice coordination, balance and strength. Several of our learners are now monkey bar masters with Bella leading the charge by completing them both forward and backwards. Staff are proud of the learners for inspiring excellence through their conduct.