Year 1 had a wonderful visit to the Book Fair! 
The children enjoyed spending time browsing through a range of books, exploring different stories and choosing some favourites to add to their wish lists. It was lovely to see their excitement as they discovered new titles and authors they might like!
The Book Fair is open after school until Tuesday 3rd March 2026 — don’t forget to pop in and spend your book token! 
Year 5 have been busy bringing their learning to life! 
The children have demonstrated their understanding of the layers of a rainforest by creating their very own rainforests in a shoebox. From the emergent layer down to the forest floor, they carefully thought about where each plant and animal belongs.
We are so proud of the effort and knowledge they have shown. Well done, Year 5! 
I’m sure some of you have already heard about Y6's PE lesson last week… they did the beep test! 
At the start of the lesson, they talked about resilience not giving up when things get tough — and wow, did they rise to the challenge!
There were lots of red faces, but so much determination, resilience and encouragement for one another. It was fantastic to see everyone digging deep and giving it their absolute best. 
A special well done to Jake and Carly, who both reached — and completed — the final level! What an incredible achievement! 
To celebrate World Book Day (UK & Ireland) the children are welcome to come into school either dressed as their favourite book character, in their comfy pyjamas or in their uniform if they prefer on Thursday 5th March 2026.
Please encourage your child/children to bring in their favourite book to share with their friends on this day
In Nursery, the children have been exploring size by sorting photographs and objects into big and small groups! 
They had lots of fun comparing different items, talking about what they noticed, and explaining how they knew which group each object belonged to. This hands-on activity is a wonderful way to develop early maths skills, language, and critical thinking.
We’re so proud of how confidently they shared their ideas and worked together!
We are incredibly proud to celebrate one of our fantastic Year 5 pupils, who is showing exceptional dedication and talent beyond the classroom!
Oakley plays for Mansfield Town Academy and attends training sessions multiple times a week as well as playing matches, demonstrating commitment, resilience and a real passion for football. He manages to balance all of this with his school work (his coaches check how he is getting on at school too).
What a brilliant role model. Keep up the amazing work- we can't wait to see what you achieve next
Can You Help Us Transform Our Early Years Outdoor Area?
We’re looking to further develop our Early Years outdoor environment and would really appreciate your support. Outdoor learning plays a vital role in children’s development, encouraging creativity, physical skills, communication and curiosity.
We are currently looking for donations of:
Piping or tubing (for water and construction play)
Wooden easels
Tyres (clean and safe - various sizes)
Bean bags (preferably outdoor suitable)
Wooden pallets
Orchard style games
Buckets, jugs, watering cans and funnels
Crates or boxes for den building
Logs, tree slices or wooden blocks
Old pots, pans and utensils for mud kitchen play
Chalk and chalkboards
Small world items (figures, animals, vehicles)
Outdoor cushions
Balance planks or stepping stones
If you have any of these items available, or know someone who may, we would be extremely grateful. All donations help us create exciting, hands-on outdoor learning experiences for our children to explore, build, investigate and imagine.
Please get in touch with the EYFS team or the school office if you have any items that you would be kind enough to donate. Thank you so much for supporting our Early Years at BFHA!
The BFHA team are looking forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Tuesday 24th February for another fantastic term!
The team will be attending the Flying High Partnership INSET tomorrow as we prepare for the weeks ahead.
See you all very soon!
We’re delighted to share that we will be setting up a Parent–Teacher Association (PTA) — and we would love for parents and carers to get involved!
The PTA’s aim is simple: to support the school, raise funds for resources and experiences that benefit our children, and bring families together. From film nights 
and bake sales 
to fun community events 
, the PTA will help us build a strong, connected school community.
You don’t need lots of time or any special skills — all help is welcome, and we’d love to meet you and hear your ideas!
Whether you can spare a few minutes, lend a hand at an event, share suggestions, or simply stay in the loop, it all makes a difference 
Last week our fantastic F2 children got creative and produced some beautiful drawings of features of Bilsthorpe using a huge roll of wallpaper 
They worked together brilliantly, sharing ideas and talking about the places they recognise in our local area. We loved seeing their creativity and teamwork shine through!
Well done, F2 – what super artists you are!
PROUD POST 
We received a letter from the Secretary of State for Education celebrating the amazing outcomes achieved by our disadvantaged pupils in the 2024/2025 academic year!
"Congratulations to you and your team on the excellent outcomes the disadvantaged pupils at Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy achieved at the end of the 2024/25 academic year. Your school’s performance places it among the very best nationally, and this is a significant achievement.
This success reflects the dedication of your staff and the hard work of your pupils. It shows what can be achieved when ambition and commitment come together. Thank you for everything you do to give children the best possible opportunities to succeed.
Your school’s achievements demonstrate what is possible, and I hope you will continue to share your experience and best practice with others. Even the strongest schools can go further. We encourage you to lead the way as a system leader - sharing effective practice, championing networks, supporting collaboration, and helping raise standards across the sector.
Please pass on my thanks and congratulations to your staff and pupils. I look forward to working with you as we strive together to raise standards for all".
Bridget Phillipson
Secretary of State for Department for Education
Thank you to all our pupils, staff members, families and supporters - everything we do is to help our children thrive and flourish TEAM BFHA!
Pre-School and F1 have been exploring colour this week Using their new paint palettes, the children created beautiful rainbows. They were so engaged, and the results were amazing 
