Pupils explore ancient Egypt at Herons’ Moor

Friday 19th December
Pupils at Herons’ Moor Academy have been studying the mysterious and fascinating world of ancient Egypt as part of their history curriculum. Year 6 historians particularly enjoyed working collaboratively to design and make their own shadufs, an ancient, hand-operated irrigation tool used to lift water from a

Herons’ Moor Principal on BBC Radio Somerset

Friday 12th December
  Herons’ Moor Academy is proud to announce the launch of its newly formed pupil journalists’ newsroom, an initiative designed to give students hands-on experience in reporting, storytelling, and media production. Principal Georgie Tinker spoke with Charlie Taylor, presenter at BBC Radio Somerset, to share how the project is

Herons’ Moor Academy on the Good News Post website

Monday 8th December
  Twenty enthusiastic pupils at Heron’s Moor School have become the latest young reporters to launch a children-led Good News Room, sharing positive stories about their school, community—and beyond. To read the full story on the Good News Post website please click here.

Pupils at Herons’ Moor shine bright with Diwali creativity

Tuesday 25th November
Year 5 pupils at Herons’ Moor Academy loved getting creative this week as they took part in hands-on learning to celebrate Diwali. As part of their studies, pupils designed and crafted their own clay diya lamps, an activity that helped bring the traditions of the festival to

Herons’ Moor Academy in the Weston Mercury

Friday 21st November
Herons’ Moor Academy took part in Odd Socks day part of Anti Bullying Week. Here is how the Weston Mercury print edition covered the story.

Herons’ Moor supporting phonics learning with families

Friday 21st November
Staff at Herons’ Moor Academy would like to extend a massive thank you to all the families who attended the recent phonics teaching session with their Reception children. The session provided a valuable opportunity to develop a shared understanding of how young children learn to read and

Herons’ Moor historians explore SS Great Britain

Wednesday 19th November
Year 2 historians from Herons’ Moor Academy enjoyed a fantastic trip to the SS Great Britain, diving deep into the history and innovation of one of Britain’s most iconic ships. The children took part in a guided tour both above and below deck, discovering how passengers lived

Herons’ Moor marks 25 years of BBC Children in Need

Monday 17th November
Herons’ Moor Academy was alive with energy and generosity as pupils and staff came together for a full day of fundraising in support of BBC Children In Need. Marking the charity’s 25th anniversary, the school embraced a packed schedule of upbeat activities designed to raise spirits and

Herons’ Moor Academy on the Weston Mercury website

Friday 14th November
Pupils at a school in Weston put their best foot forward in a colourful show of support for Anti-Bullying Week. Herons’ Moor Academy marked Odd Socks Day, which encourages children to celebrate what makes them unique. To read how the Weston Mercury reported this story

Herons’ Moor Academy on the Weston Mercury website

Thursday 13th November
A school in Weston-super-Mare has marked Armistice Day with a special assembly to honour those lost in conflict. Herons’ Moor Academy held the event to help pupils reflect on the meaning of Remembrance Day and the symbolism of the poppy. To read the full story on the