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Yesterday, the children in Flute class had a super morning in their Roman workshop with Mr. Peck. They looked at replica weapons and armour, took part in the rigorous Roman training and recreated the battle of Watling Street. They also practiced their archery skills. Thank you Mr. Peck!

Willow Grove is getting into the Christmas spirit and would like to say a massive thank you to those who made this possible! Firstly to Urban & Civic, who gifted the school this fabulous tree, and secondly to the parents and businesses, including B&Q, Tesco, and Morrisons, who have provided lights, decorations, and wrapping paper…

On Friday 15 November, children and staff at Willow Grove, took part in a ‘Break the Rules’ day to raise money for both ‘Children in Need’ and our PTA by wearing clothing of their choice to school.  Children in EYFS also enjoyed creating their own Pudsey paintings, drawings and puppets.

On Monday 11 November, children at Willow Grove Primary School observed a two-minute silence to reflect and pay tribute to those who lost their lives while serving their country. They also learnt songs linked to Remembrance Day and read and discussed the ‘In Flanders Fields’ poem. Children had the opportunity to design and display their…

On Thursday 17 October 2024, Willow Grove had the pleasure of a visit from the Bible Exhibition Team for children to learn about the ‘Journey Through The Bible’, in a fun and interactive session, covering part of the RE syllabus’.

8 October 2024 Thanks to the generosity of Willow Grove parents and carers, Bedford Foodbank will benefit from the donations brought into school. This effort demonstrates that working together and sharing makes a huge difference to those in need and shows the true spirit of the Harvest Festival.  

20 September 2024 It was fantastic to welcome to Willow Grove the amazing team who were instrumental in the planning, construction and completion of the new school. Representatives from Willmott Dixon, Pick Everard, L&Q Estates, Bedford Borough and Central Bedfordshire Councils were at the event, where a ribbon was cut and a defibrillator, that had…

4 September 2024 Local families were given a tour today of the fantastic facilities that Willow Grove Primary School’s first-ever cohort of pupils will benefit from, when the school opens tomorrow on Thursday 5 September. Welcomed by Headteacher Lisa Kennedy and Assistant Headteacher Sian Gillespie, parents and carers of Reception, Year 1 and Year 2…

19 August 2024 From September, Willow Grove will be generating its own renewable energy, now that 424 solar panels have been installed on the school’s roof.

8 August 2024 In four weeks, Willow Grove Primary will welcome its first cohort of pupils.