Castletown Enrichment
Scroll down the page to view some of the events that have taken place across our school.
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Northumbrian Water
We were delighted to welcome visitors from Northumbrian Water, who delivered an engaging and inspiring session for our Year 6 pupils. The visit helped children to explore the wide range of careers and pathways within the water industry, with a particular focus on promoting the role of women in STEM. The day was informative, practical and great fun, with pupils taking part in a range of hands-on investigations. They created their own lava lamps, filtered water collected from Hylton Dene and even made underwater volcanoes! A huge thank you to Victoria, Hayley, Sophie and Charlotte for such an absolutely amazing experience.
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Careers visit - Tyne Tees TV Journalist
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Northumbria University - STEM Careers
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Rivers Trust
Year 5 had an amazing day exploring the River Wear! Starting at the National Glass Centre, they walked to Roker, spotting landmarks, mapping key features and learning about Sunderland’s rich history with the Rivers Trust. After lunch, the children enjoyed rock pooling near Roker Lighthouse, discovering a variety of fascinating sea creatures. A fantastic day full of hands-on learning and adventure. Thank you to the Rivers Trust!
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Spelling Shed Monthly Winners
Easter Holiday HAF Programme
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End of Spring Term (1)
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End of Spring Term (2)
We had a fabulous assembly filled with singing, dancing and lots of prize Easter eggs! We also celebrated our 95+% and 100% attendance certificate winners. A big well done to one of our Year 6 pupils who won the end of term attendance tombola prize! Enjoy your £20 toy voucher.
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Whitehouse Farm
Our Reception class visited Whitehouse Farm in Morpeth. They had a fabulous time learning all about the animals and how farm yards work. They were even brave enough to feed and hold a few special animals. Thank you Whitehouse Farm for giving us an experience of a lifetime!
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Local Author Visit
Year 4 & 5 were very lucky to have a visit from local author, Ian C Stewart. He captivated the children with stories from his early life, how he became an author, his book 'Turf Devils' and how he gets his inspiration. The children thoroughly enjoyed it.
Visit from local artist
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Local Author Visit
We were very lucky to have a visit from local author, Ian Stewart. He captivated our Year 4 and 5 and children with stories from his early life and how he became an author. He talked about his book 'Turf Devils', how he gets his inspiration and an insight into the up-coming sequel which is being released soon. A thoroughly interesting visit, which the children thoroughly enjoyed.
March Celebrations
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School Governor Visit
It was wonderful to have one of our school governors visit us to see the fantastic learning taking place across the school. She spent time in EYFS, KS1 and KS2, observing Geography and Science lessons, speaking with pupils and looking through their books. The children were so excited to share their work and talk about what they’ve been learning. A big thank you to Miss Nicholson for taking the time to see the brilliant progress our pupils are making.
Year 5 Art Gallery Visit
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Toy Swap
Every child across the whole school was able to choose a soft toy to take home. Our Wellbeing Leaders did a fabulous job helping to organise this event with Mrs Longford. Thank you to everyone who donated the soft toys. You created lots of happy feelings and smiles in school!
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Sunderland Young Achievers’ Awards
Well done to our fabulous school choir who performed so well at the Sunderland Young Achievers' Awards 2026. They greeted guests and dignitaries with song, to this special event which was held in the City of Sunderland. Well done Castletown Choir, you were truly spectacular!
The children received a lovely message from Together for Children:
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Environmental Leaders
Our Environmental Leaders have been out in our school grounds helping our caretaker, Mr. Skidmore, with a litter pick. They wanted to keep our school clean and tidy for pupils, staff and the wildlife. They will speak with the children in assembly on Friday to pass on a really important message, "Bin it, don't fling it!"
Wellbeing Leaders
Thank you to two of our Pupil Wellbeing Leaders who were busy in school handing out treats to their teachers. They wanted to show their gratitude for all the hard work the teachers do to make our school the happy place it is!
Red Nose Day
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Environmental Leaders
Our Pupil Environmental Leaders were delighted with our new allotment garden area. Our classes will be growing lots of delightful vegetables this summer! Thank you to 'Avenue Builders' for making this happen and for doing such a fabulous job!
Excellent Homework
What an excellent piece of homework from one of our super Year5 pupils this week.
What a fabulous effort - definitely an engineer in the making! Well done! Mr. Duncan
Sunderland Sports Leaders
Well done to those Year 5 pupils who completed their Sunderland Sports Leader training. They were delighted to receive their fabulous t-shirts. Well done everyone - very proud of you all!
Children's Mental Health Week
In February 2026 we celebrated Children's Mental Health Week where both pupils and staff received special 'wellbeing' awards. It was a great week! This week we continue to focus on our emotions and wellbeing, especially around the topic of anger and being more considerate to others.
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Year 1 Tennis
Year 1 at the Sunderland Games learning tennis skills.
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World Book Day Family Quiz
Thank you to everyone who took part in the World Book Day family quiz. Here are our three winners.
World Book Day
A trip to Waterstone's on World Book Day for some of our amazing readers.
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SAFC VIP Experience
Getting ready to watch or listen to the Sunderland match? Here's a flashback to November when some of our children were invited to attend a game at the Stadium of Light. They received VIP treatment in one of the club's executive boxes.
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Mini Police
Our Mini Police team visiting the police helicopter at Newcastle Airport.
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EYFS Work Out Day
Thank you to parents/carers for sponsoring their children during the recent EYFS 'Work Out' day.
End of Half Term - Spring 1
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Boogie Bounce
Ready, set, bounce! Year 3 children taking part in a Boogie Bounce session in PE.
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Brass Instruments
Here are the children who are learning to play a brass instrument preparing for a performance. They receive weekly lessons in school from the multi-talented Mr. Hamilton.
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Traffic Police visit
Our Mini Police had an exciting and memorable visit when a real police motorbike and car arrived. The children were thrilled to see the flashing lights and hear the extremely loud sirens! They learnt more about how the traffic police team help to keep everyone safe.
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Visit from Santa
A surprise visit to school by Santa, one of his elves and Rudolf!
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Mini Police
Mini Police representatives from our school at Northumbria Police's event at Durham Cathedral.
Name the Elf
Did you guess the elf's name at the Christmas Fayre? Let us introduce you to Gertrude.
Christmas Fayre
Thank you to everyone who attended our annual Christmas Fayre, including Marv and Harry (aka Mr. Perrett and Mr. Richards) for raising money.
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Christmas Lunch and Jumper Day
Thank you to our hard-working cooks in the kitchen for a fabulous meal.
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School Choir Christmas Concert
Well done to everyone in the school choir, as well as Mrs. Ebdon for putting on a great show. Miss Ni Chomhrai would be proud!
Year 3 & 4 Christmas Carol Performance
The school hall was packed with proud parents. They heard the Christmas Story, accompanied with carols and songs.
Pantomime Performance
Getting in the festive spirit, the children enjoyed a panto performance of Peter Pan. Oh yes they did!
Year 6 Careers Event
Our Year 6 children visited the Beacon of Light to gain an insight into various careers, ranging from video game development, engineering and sport.
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Children in Need
We had lots of fun in school celebrating Children in Need. To start the day, we had so much fun in our assembly completing a whole school 25 minute danceathon. There was certainly lots of moving, dancing, laughter and red faces. Thank you also to everyone who did a family 25 challenge to raise money. I hope you had a fun time in doing your chosen challenge!
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Remembrance Day
Our community came together for Remembrance Sunday at Castletown Methodist Church and cemetery. Pupils from our Mini Police, Scouts and other groups did a fabulous job - well done! In school, the children observed a 1 minute silence to mark the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.
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Remembrance (2)
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Food for Thought
Thank you to everyone who donated food cans and dry food items for our 'Food for Thought' day. All donated items have been distributed to our local food banks to support the most vulnerable in our community. Again, a big 'THANK YOU' to you all!
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Junior Great North Run
A big well done to our fabulous pupils who took part in the Junior Great North Run to raise money and awareness for good causes.
MacMillan Coffee Morning
A very big thank you to everyone who attended our Macmillan Coffee event. It was lovely to catch up with so many people and to see everyone enjoying a cake or two! Thank you for your fantastic generosity and donations for such a good cause. We couldn't do it without such a brilliant school community. Hats off to you all!
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Year 2 Litter Picking
Taking pride in our community.
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2025 Talent Show Winners
End of Year Rock Band Concert
Rock on! What a way to celebrate the end the school year! Our children having a brilliant time singing and dancing along to a live rock band.
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Remembering Miss Ni Chomhrai
In memory of Miss Ni Chomhrai and to raise funds for St Benedict's Hospice, we held a colour run on the school field. Everyone went home covered in paint and with a huge smile. It was a great event for a very worthwhile cause.
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Cricket and Football Tournaments
Sport, teamwork and success. Here are our children who entered the Castle View Enterprise Academy cricket and football tournaments. Both teams did us proud! Our cricketers were overall winners and our footballers finished third.
Cricket Tournament
Our Year 5 cricket team won the Castle View Enterprise Academy annual cricket tournament. They won all their games. Well done!
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World Record Holders
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Sunderland Sings
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VE Day
We all had a fabulous day to mark 80 years since the end of the Second World War. The children looked fabulous in their colours of red, white and blue. We enjoyed having a special lunch, waving our VE flags and spending time together.
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