CHILDREN from pre-school to Year 6 at Gainford Primary School have been learning about the role of the Queen and looking back at her 70 years on the throne.
All of the children have studied her role as head of the Church of England and School Council looked at her leadership skills to consider if they had these qualities too.
Pupils also linked her attributes with the school’s Christian values.
Class Swale pupils worked collaboratively to make a jubilee cake, washed down with a cup of tea.
They were also involved in face painting, crown making and pupils enjoyed watching videos of the Queen and learning more about her life.
In music sessions Class Wear and Tees studied and sang God Save the Queen.
Class Wear pupils used boom whackers to play the tune.
Even French lessons focused on a royal quiz and children found out about the history behind the French flag and the Union flag.
All the pupils completed wonderful portraits of the Queen and these were displayed in the school hall.
Finally, staff and pupils came together to have a fabulous jubilee street party lunch with everyone dressing in red, white and blue.
The hall was decorated with bunting and paper chains made by the children and the tables were decorated in red, white and blue.
The kitchen staff provided a jubilee party-themed lunch to make it a special occasion for all.
Even Her Majesty came to party – or at least someone who looked very like the Queen and she even brought along one of her Corgis.
Headteacher Chris Riley said: “Our pupils have also been involved in the Platinum Jubilee Challenge, set up by the Archbishop of York Youth Trust.
“They looked at quotes from the Queen and how they inspire us to make a difference. They thought about what they would like to see change for the better in the next 70 years.”
Mrs Riley added: “They brought up ideas such as, reducing pollution, using less plastic in school, supporting refugees and helping people who are lonely. They have also looked at what they could do to help make these changes happen. Although I won’t be around in 2092, it is wonderful to know that so many of our pupils are already so keen to make a difference in the next 70 years.”
