SJB Primary School

Year 3 and 5 are very excited to start their Storytelling project with Dominic this week.

Stay tuned for progress reports and final details about performances!

We had a lovely afternoon exploring the history of Ulverston.

It’s been a very musical week at SJB! Today, Year 5 went to the international music festival and watched a string quintet perform Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. The children couldn’t believe how fast the violinist’s fingers were moving!

We would like to say a huge thank you to Nicola, the musicians and Ulverston International Music Festival for providing such a lovely afternoon.

Determination- Luca

Passion- Fay

Honesty- Toby

Respect- Jaxon

Self- Belief- Jack

Teamwork- Amy

We had an AMAZING morning! We had Jacob from Rocksteady come in to perform and show us how to make a rock band in an assembly. Then children from Reception up to Year 6 had the opportunity to perform in a workshop.

Every child has been sent home with a letter this afternoon if they wish to sign up to Rocksteady music lessons in September.

How does Rocksteady work?

With Rocksteady, children learn to play an instrument through weekly band lessons. It’s the perfect way to learn new musical skills, make friends and have fun – all at school! Rocksteady lessons are also shown to boost confidence, wellbeing social skills and even academic achievement.

Your child will learn to play songs instantly through listening and playing. There’s no music theory involved and lessons are designed to be fun, inclusive and accessible. They will be making progress in every lesson and can also achieve an Ofqual-regulated Trinity Music qualification, without having to take a single exam!

Here’s what else you need to know:

• Most lessons take place during the school day. There’s no experience necessary and all instruments for lessons are provided.

• You can choose if they shine on vocals, keyboard, drums, guitar or bass.

• Proudly watch as your child performs in their end of term concerts, showing just how far they have come!

• Rocksteady band leaders are professional musicians who inspire a passion for music and support your child every step of the way.

More photos to follow…

What a great afternoon. Year 2 added to their learning about the history of Ulverston and Sir John Barrow. They also enjoyed sitting in the sunshine sketching.

Thanks to Ian for passing on his wealth of information and our parent helpers who came along to support.