Riverside News – 06/11/26

Leopard: Henry C

For being an absolute ray of sunshine in our classroom every single day. Always full of enthusiasm, Henry gives 100% effort to every task and brightens up our classroom discussions with his wonderful ideas. Most importantly, he truly embodies our STAR value by showing incredible respect and care for everyone around him.
Well done Superstar, we are so proud of you!

Zebra: Matilda W

For showing incredible focus as you followed along with the Room on the Broom story map, trying so hard to copy and join in with every Makaton sign. We are so incredibly proud of you and all your hard work. Keep shining Till!

Bear: Pia M

For demonstrating our core value of RESPECT. Pia consistently follows classroom rules and routines, speaks politely to others, and treats her peers with kindness, compassion, and care.

Otter: Louis W

For his fantastic effort and independence during literacy this week! Louis worked so hard writing amazing sentences all about The Tiger Who Came to Tea, taking great care to include capital letters. Excellent work Louis, well done!

Lion: Aurora B

For demonstrating incredible knowledge of the world during our reading of The Building Boy. You listened so deeply and shared a wonderful connection, explaining how the grandmother’s love and lessons will stay inside the boy forever through the house he builds. What a thoughtful and clever Riverside Learner!

Seal: Savannah G

For showing incredible resilience by choosing a happy, positive mindset in the mornings, settling straight into her routine and tackling every activity with a fantastic ‘can-do’ attitude. Savannah continuously gives 100% effort to her learning and seeing her bright smile at the start of the day brings so much joy to our classroom.

Dolphin: Ronnie B

For demonstrating our STAR value of STRIVE by working hard on a challenging spelling pattern. Ronnie paid close attention to the rules, remembered to double the consonant before adding suffixes, and did his absolute best.

Tiger: Isla M

For demonstrating our STAR value of STRIVE by believing in herself and trying her best in every single lesson. Isla’s growing confidence across the curriculum is wonderful to see, and we are incredibly proud of her hard work.

Panda: Teddy L

For demonstrating exceptional coaching skills and encouragement during partner work in gymnastics, he was a fantastic support on the mats this week. He gave clear, helpful advice to help his partner refine their balances, ensuring they both felt confident and succeeded together. By speaking and guiding others with such clear confidence, he has shown true communication.

Turtle: Aston H

For demonstrating our STAR value of STRIVE by returning from the half-term break fully focused and ready to learn. He has come back ready to learn, settling straight back into Year 4 routines with fantastic confidence and enthusiasm. Well done!

Giraffe: Archie H

For his exceptional effort and determination in maths! He has worked hard all week, consistently challenging himself during multiplication work, particularly when tackling his 9 times tables. By showing RESILIENCE and keeping going when things felt difficult, he has made fantastic progress in his learning.

Rhino: Hugo S

For taking real pride in forming his letters neatly and keeping his page clean and organised. Hugo has strived to improve his handwriting and presentation this week- keep up the great effort!

Kangaroo: Josephine M

For showing our STAR value of STRIVE by working hard in maths and believing in themselves when tackling challenging calculations. They showed great focus when learning to multiply multiples of 10, 100, and 1000!

Koala: Elliot C

For representing Riverside brilliantly during the recent curling tournament. By demonstrating exceptional sportsmanship and helping his team win, he showed true achievement in his success alongside health and wellbeing through his active participation. Elliot was a shining example of a Riverside pupil!

Penguin: Reign H

For showing our Star value of TOLERANCE for respecting other children, being a kind friend, and celebrating differences. By showing warmth and understanding to his peers.