Roman Road Primary School
September 15, 2008
We love Gymnastics in Year 2
This half term we are using the gymnastic equipment...and loving it!
We love PE! This half term we are using the gymnastic equipment. Sometimes it's scary (especially on the tall climbing frame) but it's always fun. We know how to balance on the horse and travel across the equipment in creative ways. Parents please remember that PE is on Mondays and Thursdays and children will need full kit. Thank you.
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July 4, 2008
North East Artsmark Celebration 2008
Yestrday, July 3rd 2008, two children from Key Stage 1 were proud to accept Roman Road's Silver Artsmark Award.
The celebration of Artsmark took place at Northern Stage in Newcastle and was attended by two Key Stage One children, Mrs Barnes and Mrs Inkster. The event was hosted by a comedian (who was very funny), presentations from schools who had achieved Gold and Silver Artsmark last year and finally over 80 schools who were there to collect their prestigious award.
We are extremely proud of our schools achievements and couldn't wait to collect our award and goody bag. This award shows that Roman Road is commited to providing our pupils with a range of creative experiences.
Many thanks to the two children who were extremely well behaved and thoroughly enjoyed their afternoon out of school. Congratulations to all pupils and staff who have worked extremely hard to achieve this award.
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June 30, 2008
Gateshead Athletics Festival 2008
We arrived at school on June 27th at 8.30am all kitted out and ready to go to Gateshead International Stadium, home of the 10th Schools Athletics festival. How did we do?
A selection of children from Year 3 -6 had taken part in trials across the month in school and were then chosen to represent Roman Road at the festival. We particpated in a huge number of events from sprints, skipping, relays, long jump, javelin, cricket ball throw and many more.
All of the children who participated were incredible! They had a fantastic team spirit and represented our school superbly both on and off the track.
We were able to secure a semi final place in all of our races: sprint, skipping and relays. With all of the children giving 100% effort. We went on to have three opportunities in the finals - Year 5/6 Boys skipping, Year 5/6 Boys 80m Sprint and finally the Year 5/6 Boys Relay.
David Kippen represented the school in all three events and was an amazing team captain. He was just pipped to a medal in the skipping. By the time the final race of the day approached we were all extremely nervous.
The relay started with a fantastic first leg by Josh Archibald who powered down the track, Liam McDonald had a great baton change and held our position well, Jamie McKeown roared down the track gaining ground all of the time and had a clean baton change to David Kippen who never gave up and was determined that our day would end with a medal.
It did! The boys brought home a silver medal for Roman Road. Fantastic!
By the end of the day Mr. Allsop was sunburnt, Mrs Inkster and Mrs Rushton had lost their voices and Mr Bradshaw was floating with delight at the results.
Congratulations to all of the children that took part you were amazing and a credit to our school.
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June 23, 2008
Great Whithaugh Week Enjoyed by Year 6
Year 6 have just returned from an enjoyable week at Whithaugh Park.
You can see the first lot of photos in the gallery section of this site.
After beating a slow journey up to the site, the rainy weather and of course the midgies, year 6 took took part in lots of activities on the land (and under it), in the water and in the air with the famous parachute drop from the climbing tower.
Miss Allen didn't get lost on the orienteering - a first !!!
More children took part in activities than ever before and the year group were great at eating the excellent food served by Steve and his staff from Copshaw Kitchen in the village.
We even held our own disco in which the classic 'Don't Go Breaking my Heart' by Elton John and Kiki Dee was danced to by boy and girl partners. Look out for future photos to come - especially from the bride and groom competition.
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June 12, 2008
Line Dancing Festival
Children from Roman Road Primary School participated in Gateshead's Line Dancing Festival last night.
The children and parents thoroughly enjoyed the event, with everyone taking part and 'having a go', parents included! Children from Year 3, 4 and 5 represented the school and their behaviour was exceptional, they are a credit to our school.
We look forward to participating in next year with a view to having our own dance to present to the audience.
Many thanks to Miss Ternent, Miss Stubbs and Mrs Lacey for all their hard work in teaching the children the dances.
Photos to follow soon
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May 23, 2008
Super Six for School Football Team
Last night, the school team played Falla Park at home in a league match. Even though the pitch conditions were difficult, the team ended the match with an excellent 6-1 win.
Josh Archibald continued his excellent scoring run with another four goals, making his haul ten in the last three matches. The other two were scored by Andrew Oliver whose strength was a problem for the spirited hardworking Falla team all match.
It was pleasing that the team varied the style of play due to the long grass and scored three headed goals as well as being unlucky when a header from Joe Hunter did not properly cross the line.
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May 13, 2008
Football Update
The Lindisfarne Thursday league is drawing to a close with our school still to play St Augustines, St Albans and Falla Park.
An excellent 7-0 win against Whitemere with goals from Josh Archibald (3), Joe Hunter (2), Jordan McDonald and Liam McDonald kept us in the running for third.
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March 25, 2008
Gateshead Dance Festival
A selection of children from year 5 and 6 amazed the audience with their rendition of What Time Is It? from High School Musical.
We arrived at Gateshead leisure centre at approximately 5.15pm where we eagerly awaited our turn in the 2008 Gateshead Dance Festival.
We were fourth on the dance floor and soon got the audience clapping and stomping their feet as we danced. We were all in time and gave maximum effort. Mrs Inkster and Miss Ternent were so proud of us after all of the hard work we had put in.
As soon as the girls split and let the audience see the boys with their basketballs the audience went wild! We received an amazing applause at the end.
We thoroughly enjoyed watching the other schools participate and were are very determined to be part of it again next year. Perhaps we might even bring some of Key Stage One along as they definitely get the audience attention with the "aah" factor.
Well done to everyone involved - your were FABULOUS!
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February 10, 2008
Multiskills Mania For Year 4
The year 4 class attended the cluster school's Multiskills event which was held at Heworth Grange Comprehensive School.
Skills based around jumping, running, dribbling, shooting and teamwork were all shown and one of the teams came 5th out of sixteen. The attitude was excellent and all the children had a great time.
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February 3, 2008
What time is it?
Time to announce - Roman Road Primary School will be performing at Gateshead's Dance Festival in March at Gateshead Leisure Centre.
Nearly 30 children in Year 5 and Year 6 have been getting put through their paces by Mrs Inkster and Miss Ternent every Wednesday evening, in preparation for their performance at Gateshead's Dance Festival.
Initially there were lots of red faces and aching muscles but we are now grooving away and looking like professionals.
The dance festival will take place on Thursday 13th March 2008 6.00p.m. - 7.45p.m.
Admission is by programme only and these must be rquested at school by Wednsday 13th February. Unfortunately there is a limit of two tickets per perfomer. The costs are as follows:
Adults £3.00
Children / Senior Citizens £2.00.
Parents may use video cameras or take photos provided they have signed the Lesiure Centre registration forms on the night.
Parking will be on the street around Gateshead Leisure Centre. Arrive early to ensure a space.
The centre doors into Maple Hall will open to spectators at 5.15pm. Dancers will need to arrive at the Leisure centre no later than this time. They will be met in the reception area by a member of staff from Roman Road.
The cafe in the leisure centre is clearly sign posted and will remain open until 7.30p.m. However food is not to be brought into Maple Hall. Children will need to bring a bottle of water with them on the night.
The orgnisers of the festival have requested that parents and children make every effot to remain throughout the festival and performances to share in the spirit of the festival "in sharing good practice."
If you have any further enquiries please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Inkster.
We hope you will be there to see us excite and enthrall with all our cool dance moves!
Further information can be found by clicking on the link below.
Uploaded by Mrs Inkster
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January 31, 2008
Year 6 Lead Gateshead in Rowing After Round 3
Our year 6 children are currently involved in a national indoor rowing competition. Wardley Primary and The Drive are also taking part. After round 3, we had the highest placed boys and girls teams in Gateshead. For the latest standings, click on the links.
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December 3, 2007
Basketball Team Try Hard In Final
Our basketball team played in the Gateshead Schools final held at Gateshead Stadium.
The squad consisting of Andrew, Jordan, Caitlin, Lauren, Kayne, Josh, Jamie and Laura performed well considering they hadn't played many matches to get to the final.
A win against Dunston Riverside was the highlight with the squad getting a draw and two defeats in the other matches.
Carr Hill Primary School were the overall winners after beating Winlaton West in the final.
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November 18, 2007
School Qualifies For Gateshead Basketball Final
Eighteen boys and girls from Year 6 took part in a morning of basketball skills and matches at Heworth Grange School as part of the SSCo programme.
We won all of our matches and eight of the children will represent the Heworth cluster in the final which will be held on November 27th at Gateshead Stadium.
The competition at Heworth Grange was ran by the school's year 8 and 9 sports leaders who did a great job.
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November 13, 2007
Year 5 Team Just Miss Out
Our year 5 school football team played in the group stages of the Felling Schools Football tournament tonight under floodlights at Gateshead Stadium.
After a good start, beating Brighton Avenue and Glynwood, (goals from Ross Butler & Joe Hunter) we drew a match and lost two more.
We finished third behind Wardley & Harlow Green. The top two go through.
Well done to all the players.
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October 2, 2007
Rowing Challenge Starts in Year 6
Mr Tellyn from Heworth Grange Comprehensive School has started a monthly schedule of visits to teach Year 6 on how to use rowing machines to stay fit.
In addition to the health benefits, the children’s team scores are being entered in a league database with schools competing against each other.
Everyone enjoyed the first session and they are looking forward to improving their performance on the next attempt.
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September 27, 2007
School Football Team Reach 7-a-side Final
The main school football team played at Bede in the group stage of the 7-a-side competition. The team produced some fast moving and neat passing which caused problems for the opposition.
The squad's points total of 10 from four matches was good enough to see them through to the final to be held next Wednesday.
Scores from the matches:
Group D – Thursday 27th September 2007 at Bede
Bede 1 St. Augustines 0
Falla Park 0 Roman Road 3 (Andrew Oliver, Joe Hunter & Ross Butler)
Kells Lane 0 St Augustines 0
Falla Park 0 Bede 2
Kells Lane 3 (Harry Singh 2 & Alex Hill) Falla Park 0
Roman Road 4 (Ross Butler, Josh Archibald, Jamie Campbell & Joe Hunter) Bede 0
Falla Park 0 St Augustines 2
Kells Lane 0 Roman Road 0
Bede 0 Kells Lane 2
Roman Road 1 (Josh Archibald) St. Augustines 0
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September 25, 2007
Year 6 have started on their Rowing Challenge!!!
Forget the Olynpics or the Boat Race, our children had introductory session with Mr Tellyn from Heworth Grange on how to use their impressive rowing machines.
Over the coming months, they will take part in challenges which will be entered on to computer. From this, league tables from different schools will be drawn up thus making it a real challenge.
The children really enjoyed their first event. It was exhausting but they can't wait for next month and a new challenge.
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July 12, 2007
More from Whithaugh Park Trip
More from our excellent week at Whithaugh Park can be found by following the link.
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Gateshead Primary Schools Athletics Festival
23 children from years 4,5 & 6 took part in the Athletics Festival at Gateshead Stadium recently. Various different activities based around running, skipping, jumping and throwing kept the children busy.
As some of team were away at Whithaugh Park, others took their place and performed really well with a large number of semi final and final places being gained.
We won a gold medal in the year 3/4 skipping to cap a very good performance by both teams.
Above all, the behaviour was excellent as was our support from the parents. Well done everyone.
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June 20, 2007
Year 5/6 Are Enjoying Whithaugh Park !!!
We have been doing loads of enjoyable activities such as kayaking, abseiling and rafting.We are having a fab time !!!!
By Zoe and Ryan
All the children are enjoying their week. Lots of things have happened including Miss Allen getting lost in the orienteering (3rd year running) and our rafts collapsing.
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June 11, 2007
Girl's Football Team Finish Third
The year 6 football team came third in the Heworth Grange Cluster six-a-side football tournament.
This was a really good achievement as the team had just been put together within the last week.
Roman Road's scores were:
v. Bill Quay drew 1-1
v. The Drive won 1-0
v. Wardley lost 2-1
v. Whitemere lost 1-0
Danielle P. scored all Roman Road's goals.
The rest of the squad were : Zoe, Jessica, Abbie, Vicky, Holly, Carly & Rachel P.
Well done to all the girls on a really good performance.
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May 1, 2007
Stunning Year 4 Football Performance
The school year four team consisting of Josh T, Joe D, Callum Q, Joe H, Adam W, Celine D, Ross B and Liam M.won through to the next round of the Durham County schools year 3/4 competition after three wins in the group stage at Colegate Primary School.
The scores and scorers were as follows:
Colegate Green 0 Colegate Red 2
Roman Road 5 (Liam 2, Joe H. 2 & Ross) Falla Park 0
Colegate Green 0 Roman Road 2 (Joe H & Ross)
Falla Park 0 Colegate Red 0
Colegate Green 1 Falla Park 0
Colegate Red 0 Roman Road 2 (Adam & Joe H)
Well done to all of our players and we look forward to the next round at St. Mary's (Sunderland) next week.
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February 11, 2007
Year 4 Team Finishes Fifth in Heworth Grange Multiskills
The whole of year 4 took part in a multiskills event at Heworth Grange School. They were competiting against Whitemere, Wardley, Lingey House and the Drive schools in a competition that involved throwing, running, jumping and ball control.
Three teams from our school took part and they finished 5th, 7th and 12th. A team from Wardley won the event which was organised by Heworth Grange PE department and the Sports Leader Course students from year 10.
A very enjoyable morning was had by everyone.
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December 11, 2006
Street Dancing
Over the last few weeks year 5 have been learning how to street dance with a dance instructor called Lee. Each class have practised different moves individually and as a group and put it all together as a class. And as if that was not enough, the two classes then put their dances together and performed in front of the whole school and parents. They were all fantastic and the dance was a real success!!!
Well done year 5!
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May 25, 2006
Year 6 visit Whithaugh Park
Year 6 visited Whithaugh Park in the border region of Scotland for their annual residential week just before Easter. They took part in lots of activities which were new to them and they also had to work as a team.
Water and land based activities included raft building, abseiling, archery, kayaking, an underground walk and an assault course.
The instructors let those pupils who were wearing a buoyancy aid jump in at the end of the sessions.
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March 23, 2006
Excellent Night for School's Swimmers
Our school swimming team came second overall in the Gateshead East swimming gala which is by far our highest placing in recent years. First place was missed by only two points. Well done to the team of Kerry Etherington, Beth Hunter, Danielle Parker, Vicky Stephenson, Nicky Mowbray, Scott McBeth, Lewis Thompson, Callum Forster and Josh Hall.
More details to follow.
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February 17, 2006
Five A Side Results
The school y5/6 team took part in schools Five-a-side tournament. Unfortunately some players couldn't play so we were not at full strength.
Our results were :v. Brighton Avenue 2-2 (Goals - James McRoy & Ryan Gibson)
v. Dunston Riverside 0-3
v. Bill Quay 0-1
v. Carr Hill 0-4
All players tried their best. Dunston Riverside went through to the final.
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December 9, 2005
Table Top Sale
The table top sale was held this week. It raised a total of £127 which will go towards buying a new school football kit.
Various things were sold during the afternoon including cards made by the card club as well as a large amount of toys that were donated.
Thanks must go to Mrs McBeth, one of our parets who organised this.
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November 20, 2005
Year 6 Team Wins Fair Play Award In Basketball Cluster Competition
On the 17th Novemeber, a year six basketball team took part in the cluster competition at Heworth Grange Comprehensive School.
The squad was Daniel Gray, Emma Sutton, Josh Hall, Kyle Nicholson, Jordan Jukes, Adam Bennett & Lewis Thompson.
Although we didn't win any of the matches, the team worked really hard and came away with the Fair Play Award.
Well done to everyone.
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