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Did you know our Reception children begin their Moorland School journey after Easter rather than waiting for September? ✨
For the past two years, we’ve welcomed children in after Easter to gently transition into school life, building confidence, friendships, core academic skills and a love for learning from day one 💛
An extra term of learning, laughter, trips and making memories at no extra cost. Giving children the very best start!
If your child experienced our early start, we’d love to hear your thoughts-drop them in the comments below 👇
We are busy preparing for our upcoming and coming EYFS children.
#MoorlandSchool #EarlyYears #ReceptionReady #SchoolLife #BiggerAndBetter
Did you know our Reception children begin their Moorland School journey after Easter rather than waiting for September? ✨
For the past two years, we’ve welcomed children in after Easter to gently transition into school life, building confidence, friendships, core academic skills and a love for learning from day one 💛
An extra term of learning, laughter, trips and making memories at no extra cost. Giving children the very best start!
If your child experienced our early start, we’d love to hear your thoughts-drop them in the comments below 👇
We are busy preparing for our upcoming and coming EYFS children.
#MoorlandSchool #EarlyYears #ReceptionReady #SchoolLife #BiggerAndBetter
✨ Open Day - 18th April ✨
We are so excited to welcome families into Moorland School for our upcoming Open Day! Come and explore our nurturing environment, meet our team and see what makes our school so special.
Looking for a tour? Have questions about education? Wanting to explore all options?
We’d love to help. Moorland is a family-focused school with your child at the heart of everything we do.
📩 Book your visit: amckeown@moorlandschool.co.uk
⏰ Limited appointments available between 10:00am - 2:00pm
We are also happy to arrange midweek tours to suit your schedule.
Come and discover how special a Moorland education can be 💫
#BELONG #moorlandjuniors #themoorlanddifference
✨ Open Day - 18th April ✨
We are so excited to welcome families into Moorland School for our upcoming Open Day! Come and explore our nurturing environment, meet our team and see what makes our school so special.
Looking for a tour? Have questions about education? Wanting to explore all options?
We’d love to help. Moorland is a family-focused school with your child at the heart of everything we do.
📩 Book your visit: amckeown@moorlandschool.co.uk
⏰ Limited appointments available between 10:00am - 2:00pm
We are also happy to arrange midweek tours to suit your schedule.
Come and discover how special a Moorland education can be 💫
#BELONG #moorlandjuniors #themoorlanddifference
✨ Join us on Saturday 18th April for our Open Day ✨
Still considering school places? Want to find out more? Whether you’re looking ahead to Reception 2026 or 2027, thinking about a change of school, or exploring alternative options, we’d love to welcome you for a relaxed, informal tour.
Come and experience the Moorland Difference for yourself 💫
Everyone is welcome!
Bookings are encouraged. Please email amckeown@moorlandschool.co.uk to reserve your place.
#ribblevalley #education #independentschool
✨ Join us on Saturday 18th April for our Open Day ✨
Still considering school places? Want to find out more? Whether you’re looking ahead to Reception 2026 or 2027, thinking about a change of school, or exploring alternative options, we’d love to welcome you for a relaxed, informal tour.
Come and experience the Moorland Difference for yourself 💫
Everyone is welcome!
Bookings are encouraged. Please email amckeown@moorlandschool.co.uk to reserve your place.
#ribblevalley #education #independentschool
A fantastic end to the term with our Easter egg hunt! 🐰
A huge thank you to our PTA for supplying Easter Eggs for our children. 🍫
Wishing all our families a happy, restful Easter break. 🐣
A fantastic end to the term with our Easter egg hunt! 🐰
A huge thank you to our PTA for supplying Easter Eggs for our children. 🍫
Wishing all our families a happy, restful Easter break. 🐣
Our older pupils have been busy in DT with their very own Come Dine With Me project! 👩🍳👨🍳
They began by researching recipes suitable for a range of dietary needs, before planning and preparing a delicious three-course menu:
🥣 Starter: Homemade hummus and pitta
🍝 Main: Garlic & spinach cheesy linguine
🍫 Dessert: Chocolate flapjack
Throughout the project, pupils showed fantastic teamwork-carefully weighing ingredients, following recipes and developing their chopping and food preparation skills.
A brilliant combination of creativity, collaboration, and practical learning. Well done, everyone!
Our older pupils have been busy in DT with their very own Come Dine With Me project! 👩🍳👨🍳
They began by researching recipes suitable for a range of dietary needs, before planning and preparing a delicious three-course menu:
🥣 Starter: Homemade hummus and pitta
🍝 Main: Garlic & spinach cheesy linguine
🍫 Dessert: Chocolate flapjack
Throughout the project, pupils showed fantastic teamwork-carefully weighing ingredients, following recipes and developing their chopping and food preparation skills.
A brilliant combination of creativity, collaboration, and practical learning. Well done, everyone!
Today, our School Council and Ambassadors took on the important role of interviewing candidates for our school positions.
Their maturity, confidence and articulate questions truly shone through.
we couldn’t be prouder of how responsible they were. 🌟
#studentledroles #pupilvoice
Today, our School Council and Ambassadors took on the important role of interviewing candidates for our school positions.
Their maturity, confidence and articulate questions truly shone through.
we couldn’t be prouder of how responsible they were. 🌟
#studentledroles #pupilvoice
What a fantastic day for our pupils at Manchester Museum! 🏛️✨
We stepped into the role of real scientists, learning how to classify animals in different ways and exploring a range of British wildlife. The children then became curators, creating their own museum spaces complete with fascinating facts and thoughtful questions to challenge their audience. We were so impressed with their creativity and knowledge! 🐾📚
Afterwards, we explored the wonders of the museum, from towering dinosaur skeletons and ancient fossils to incredible Egyptian and Asian artefacts. There was curiosity, excitement and plenty of “wow” moments throughout the day! 🦖🌍
A brilliant trip full of hands-on learning, teamwork and discovery 👏
What a fantastic day for our pupils at Manchester Museum! 🏛️✨
We stepped into the role of real scientists, learning how to classify animals in different ways and exploring a range of British wildlife. The children then became curators, creating their own museum spaces complete with fascinating facts and thoughtful questions to challenge their audience. We were so impressed with their creativity and knowledge! 🐾📚
Afterwards, we explored the wonders of the museum, from towering dinosaur skeletons and ancient fossils to incredible Egyptian and Asian artefacts. There was curiosity, excitement and plenty of “wow” moments throughout the day! 🦖🌍
A brilliant trip full of hands-on learning, teamwork and discovery 👏
Year 5 and 6 visited UCLan Preston today for an Electrifying Experiments workshop ⚡️
The day was packed with excitement, from a lightning simulator to some truly hair-raising fun and even circuit-building anagram challenges! 🧠🔌
Lots of learning, laughter, and unforgettable experiences. What a fantastic trip! 💡
Year 5 and 6 visited UCLan Preston today for an Electrifying Experiments workshop ⚡️
The day was packed with excitement, from a lightning simulator to some truly hair-raising fun and even circuit-building anagram challenges! 🧠🔌
Lots of learning, laughter, and unforgettable experiences. What a fantastic trip! 💡
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✨P O T T E R Y P A I N T I N G ✨
A magical morning of stories and creativity ✨🐛
Our Pre-School children had a wonderful visit from Dianne at Coffee & Crafts, where they enjoyed a lovely story time session reading The Woolly Caterpillar by Julia Donaldson.
Inspired by the story, the children then got busy painting their very own colourful caterpillars 🎨
We can’t wait to see their beautiful creations come to life! 🐛💛
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#earlyyears #eyfs #clitheroe #ribblevalley
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✨M U D K I T C H E N ✨
Messy hands, busy minds and endless imagination 🌿🪵
Our 2-3’s absolutely love exploring our mud kitchen, mixing, pouring, scooping and creating their own wonderful concoctions!
From “mud pies” to leafy soups, every moment is filled with curiosity, creativity and hands on learning.
These rich, sensory experiences support communication and language, develop fine motor skills and encourage imaginative play, all while having the best kind of fun outdoors 💚✨
#earlyyears #earlyyearsideas #outdoorlearning #eyfs #ribblevalley #clitheroe
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✨S E N S O R Y F U N ✨
Our Toddler 1 children have been delighting in a world of colour, texture and discovery through our sensory ribbons 🌈
From peek-a-boo moments to wrapping, lifting and watching the ribbons float through the air, the children explored how they move and feel in such magical ways 💫
This simple yet engaging activity supports sensory development, fine motor skills and early curiosity, all whilst bringing lots of smiles and laughter to our room!
#earlyyears #eyfs #sensoryplay #ribblevalley #clitheroe
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Reception absolutely loved today’s Forest School session! 🌿🌧️
A little rain (and a lot of mud!) never stops our youngest explorers.
Today’s adventure was all about puddle jumping, muddy hands, teamwork and embracing the great outdoors in all its autumn glory.
These sessions build confidence, resilience and a real connection with nature! 🥾🍂💛
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When a teacher truly knows every child - their strengths, quirks, worries and sparks of curiosity becomes deeply personal. ❤️🍎
It’s not about delivering a lesson to a group.�It’s about building relationships, trust and a sense of belonging that helps every child flourish.
In a smaller class:�✨ Children have the confidence to speak, to question, to try.�✨ Teachers have the space to adapt, to stretch, to nurture.�✨ Parents see not just progress, but growth - academic, emotional and social.
At Moorland, we see the magic daily - the quiet confidence that builds when a child realises their teacher has time for them.
Because in the end, education isn’t a numbers game.�It’s a human one. ❤️
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Lisa Grace getting the recognition you deserve hun your doing an amazing job every day with amazing kids proud of you 😘
Such an amazing school we are blessed to have our kids here.
The most amazing little school, we are very lucky to have found you.
A very special place 🤍 Nightsafe CharityMoorland Private School continues to go above and beyond for Nightsafe 💛
Their latest donation of food and essential items will help us provide warm meals and everyday comforts to young people facing homelessness in Blackburn with Darwen.
We’re so thankful for their ongoing support.
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Welcome back, Moorland Junior School!
🌟 We hope everyone had a fantastic half-term break.
We are looking forward to an exciting term ahead, full of discovery, learning and new adventures together! ✨
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👻 Happy Halloween from our spooky (and rather stylish!) ghosts at Moorland Junior School! 🎃🕸️
Our children had so much fun getting into the Halloween spirit - full of giggles, creativity and plenty of ghostly charm! 👓✨ ... See MoreSee Less
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We were so lucky to have Steph from Steph’s Cleaning Services visit us today as part of our ‘People Who Help Us’ topic! 🤩
Steph shared all about how she helps her clients and businesses, and how she manages her amazing team👩💼✨
The children had a super time learning how to use different cleaning tools, and we even got to clean the toys, the floor, and fold toilet paper! 🧽
It was such a fun, hands-on way to understand the value of teamwork and the importance of helping others.
A massive THANK YOU to Steph for the fantastic lesson and for showing us how every job, big or small, makes a difference! 🙌❤️
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It was an amazing morning thank you so much for inviting me 🥰 Steph’s Cleaning Services
🌊 What an adventure by the River Ribble! 🐟💦
Our Key Stage 2 had an amazing day exploring the river, spotting wildlife, and learning all about the life cycles of mayflies and trout! 🪶🐠
There were lots of games, teamwork and hands-on fun as we discovered how rivers are full of life.
Back at school, we continued with more exciting activities to explore life cycles and migration - a fact filled day 🐠 🎣 ✨
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📚✨ Discover the Difference at Moorland Junior School!
Join us for our Open Day and explore what makes Moorland a truly special place to learn and grow.
👩🏫 Meet our passionate teachers
🏫 Tour our beautiful classrooms and grounds
🎨 See our vibrant curriculum in action
🎭 Experience our unique focus on creativity, confidence & character
This is the perfect opportunity for prospective parents and pupils to see firsthand how we nurture every child’s potential in a warm, inspiring environment.
📅 Date: Saturday 4th October
🕘 Time: 10am-2pm
📍 Location: Moorland Junior School
Come and see why Moorland is more than just a school - it’s a community.
🔗 www.moorlandschool.co.uk
📧 amckeown@moorlandschool.co.uk
☎️ 01200 423833
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What an incredible day at the Moorland Family Fun Afternoon! 🎉
Our school field was bursting with colour and laughter as families enjoyed a fantastic carnival-themed event, brought to life by Moorland Junior School and Moorland Junior School PTA.
From the vibrant face painting and bustling stalls to classic games like Hook a Duck and the Coconut Shy, there was fun at every turn. The inflatable helter skelter by Funtime Inflatables was a huge hit, while little ones loved the soft play and toddler bouncy castle provided by Ribble Valley Soft Play Hire.
🎶 The Ribble Valley Community Band and Phoenix Solo filled the air with music, and Adrian Catch wowed us all with his magical tricks! Families captured memories at the Photo Booth, refuelled with delicious food from Amico Mio, cooled down with ice cream, and relaxed with a drink from the bar.
💛 A massive thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make today so special — what a brilliant celebration of our school community!
#moorlandfamilyfun #CommunitySpirit #schoolevent #PTA #CarnivalVibes #familyfun
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