Gallery 2022-2023
Prize Days!
We celebrated our wonderful children's achievements in our last week of term with our annual prize days. Each child received a personalised certificate.
YEAR 6 LEAVERS DISCO
On Friday 14th July, our fantastic Year 6 leavers had their end of term party at the Radcliffe outreach centre. It was an amazing night with lots of dancing, face painting and visits from Woody and Stuart the Minion! Huge thank you to the PSA for organising this and all of the local businesses who supported our raffle.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
MILLWOOD SPORTS DAYS
During the week commencing 12th June, we held our annual school sports days. This was a wonderful inclusive event where everyone got to participate. Huge thank you to our sports leaders and Hayley who organised the whole event.
ARTICLE 2 NON-DISCRIMINATION- The Convention applies to every child without discrimination, whatever their ethnicity, gender, religion, language, abilities or any other status, whatever they think or say, whatever their family background.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 6 LIFE, SURVIVAL AND DEVELOPMENT- Every child has a right to life. Governments must do all that they can to ensure that children survive and develop to their full potential.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 24 HEALTH AND HEALTH SERVICES- Every child has the right to the best possible health. Governments must provide good quality health care, clean water, nutritious food, and a clean environment and education on health and well-being so that children can stay healthy. Richer countries must help poorer countries to achieve this.
ARTICLE 28 RIGHT TO EDUCATION- Every child has the right to an education. Primary education must be free and different forms of secondary education must be available to every child. Discipline in schools must respect children’s dignity and their rights. Richer countries must help poorer countries to achieve this.
ARTICLE 29 GOALS OF EDUCATION- Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
Millwood Day 2023
On Friday 28th April, we celebrated our school's 11th birthday- Millwood Day! We had a wonderful time playing with our friends, enjoying Sensory Bears sessions, exploring the soft play bus and a large outdoor disco to finish off the day. Take a look at the slideshow below to see how much fun we had!
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 28 RIGHT TO EDUCATION- Every child has the right to an education. Primary education must be free and different forms of secondary education must be available to every child. Discipline in schools must respect children’s dignity and their rights. Richer countries must help poorer countries to achieve this.
ARTICLE 29 GOALS OF EDUCATION- Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.
CAMS LANE RIGHTS RESPECTING SCHOOLS WORKSHOP
Some of the children attended a workshop at Cams Lane on Tuesday 25th April to support other schools with their journey to become a Rights Respecting School. They absolutely did us proud! They shared their wonderful knowledge of their rights with lots of other children from Radcliffe schools. Well done everyone!
ARTICLE 1 DEFINITION OF THE CHILD- Everyone under the age of 18 has all the rights in the Convention.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 28 RIGHT TO EDUCATION- Every child has the right to an education. Primary education must be free and different forms of secondary education must be available to every child. Discipline in schools must respect children’s dignity and their rights. Richer countries must help poorer countries to achieve this.
ARTICLE 29 GOALS OF EDUCATION- Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
HISTORY DAY
On Thursday 20th April we had History Day at Millwood and it lots of fun! Our theme was History Through the Decades, and each class had a different decade to look at, from the 1950s to the 2000s. We looked at music, fashion, important events and life in Britain during those decades, and the children had lots of fun dressing up, dancing, making art, designing clothes and other activities. Some classes even joined up for discos or tea parties, and a fantastic day was had by all. Thank you to the parents for your support, the children who dressed up looked amazing! Take a look at the photographs below to see how much fun we had.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 6 LIFE, SURVIVAL AND DEVELOPMENT- Every child has a right to life. Governments must do all that they can to ensure that children survive and develop to their full potential.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 28 RIGHT TO EDUCATION- Every child has the right to an education. Primary education must be free and different forms of secondary education must be available to every child. Discipline in schools must respect children’s dignity and their rights. Richer countries must help poorer countries to achieve this.
ARTICLE 29 GOALS OF EDUCATION- Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
BIG ME DAY!
On Friday 10th March, we had Big Me Day at Millwood. We thought about what we would like to be when we grow up and dressed up as that! We had fantastic fun thinking about our ambitions and raising money for Action Aid.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 6 LIFE, SURVIVAL AND DEVELOPMENT- Every child has a right to life. Governments must do all that they can to ensure that children survive and develop to their full potential.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 28 RIGHT TO EDUCATION- Every child has the right to an education. Primary education must be free and different forms of secondary education must be available to every child. Discipline in schools must respect children’s dignity and their rights. Richer countries must help poorer countries to achieve this.
ARTICLE 29 GOALS OF EDUCATION- Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
CAMS LANE RIGHTS RESPECTING SCHOOLS WORKSHOP
On Monday 6th March, we had a visit from some pupils from Cams Lane. They are just starting their journey to become a Rights Respecting School and wanted our expert advice on how to achieve this. The children from Cams Lane met with some of our children and showed them around our school. We are looking forward to working with them again soon.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 4 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CONVENTION- Governments must do all they can to make sure every child can enjoy their rights by creating systems and passing laws that promote and protect children’s rights.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 28 RIGHT TO EDUCATION- Every child has the right to an education. Primary education must be free and different forms of secondary education must be available to every child. Discipline in schools must respect children’s dignity and their rights. Richer countries must help poorer countries to achieve this.
ARTICLE 29 GOALS OF EDUCATION- Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.
WORLD BOOK DAY
On Thursday 2nd March we celebrated World Book Day. We had lots of fun dressing up as our favourite characters from books, films and television shows. We have a book hunt activity around school where we had to find different book titles and tick them off on our lists. We had lots of stories and role-play across the day too.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
SEVEN A SIDE FOOTBALL
Our 7-a-side football team represented Millwood showing great teamwork and friendly play. The team wore the new kits and played 5 matches from Manchester schools as part of the One City Primary League. The team won 2 matches and scored lots of goals! Two children took turns to play in goal and made some fabulous saves! The rest of the team worked together to pass the ball and go for goal! It was lovely to see the team congratulate and shake hands from the opposing team. Great Sports play!
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
PANATHLON MULTI-SKILLS EVENT
On Tuesday 7th February, Millwood School had a great time working together as a team to score points across a range of events. Our favourite games included target bean bag throw, popcorn parachute and bowling.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
UNIFIED MULTI-SPORTS EVENT
On Monday 6th February,Millwood had a fantastic time trying out a range of sports from sit down volleyball to cricket, tag rugby to tennis! The event took place at the Indoor Dome at the Etihad.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 28 RIGHT TO EDUCATION- Every child has the right to an education. Primary education must be free and different forms of secondary education must be available to every child. Discipline in schools must respect children’s dignity and their rights. Richer countries must help poorer countries to achieve this.
ARTICLE 29 GOALS OF EDUCATION- Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
NSPCC NUMBER DAY
On Friday 3rd February we took part in NSPCC number day. We came into school wearing number themed clothes and took part in exciting maths activities across the day. Each class designed and played their own maths track game and played this during the day. We had so much fun and raised money for children less fortunate than us as all donations were given to the NSPCC. Take a look at some of our brilliant learning from Number day.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 28 RIGHT TO EDUCATION- Every child has the right to an education. Primary education must be free and different forms of secondary education must be available to every child. Discipline in schools must respect children’s dignity and their rights. Richer countries must help poorer countries to achieve this.
ARTICLE 29 GOALS OF EDUCATION- Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
DUNELM DONATIONS
On Thursday 15th December we were visited by a magical elf (also known as Jolene) from Dunelm in Radcliffe, who delivered lots of presents that had kindly been donated by shoppers. Dunelm had asked school to suggest some presents that children in school might enjoy and then their customers would purchase a gift for them. The response was overwhelming and the children were blown away by the presents that they received.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
PANATHLON BOCCIA EVENT
On Tuesday 6th December, six children from Millwood represented our school at the Panathlon Boccia Event. The children were exceptional and came 2nd out of 20 teams! We are all so proud of them!
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
SINGING AND SIGNING CHOIR AT BOLTON ROAD DAY CENTRE
On Monday 28th November, our singing and signing choir went to perform at Bolton Road Day Centre. The children did us proud and everyone at the day centre had a wonderful time joining in with the Christmas songs. Christmas has officially started at Millwood!
ARTICLE 1 DEFINITION OF THE CHILD- Everyone under the age of 18 has all the rights in the Convention.
ARTICLE 2 NON-DISCRIMINATION- The Convention applies to every child without discrimination, whatever their ethnicity, gender, religion, language, abilities or any other status, whatever they think or say, whatever their family background.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
MILLWOOD HALLOWEEN DISCO
On Friday 21st October, we had two Halloween discos at Elton community centre. The children and their families had a wonderful time, dancing to spooky music, taking part in spooky games, having their faces painted and enjoying the raffle. Huge thanks to the companies who donated prizes to our raffle including Asda, Tesco, Manchester City, Queen B, Eat the Treat, Whisking wishes, Istanbul, Blossoming Soul, Luna Room, Blitz and Glitz and Grazeaway UK.
We raised over £400 for the Millwood PSA.
ARTICLE 2 NON-DISCRIMINATION- The Convention applies to every child without discrimination, whatever their ethnicity, gender, religion, language, abilities or any other status, whatever they think or say, whatever their family background.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 6 LIFE, SURVIVAL AND DEVELOPMENT- Every child has a right to life. Governments must do all that they can to ensure that children survive and develop to their full potential.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
MILLWOOD BIG DRAW DAY 2022
Here at Millwood School we believe that Art is very important for children’s academic and social development. Art can help children to learn and practice skills like patterning, cause and effect, early mark making, expression and communication. Art can also help to boost a child’s self-confidence, fine motor skills, decision making and perseverance.
On Thursday we held Millwood BIG draw day. Every class within the school were given an artist who uses an element of mark making or drawing within their work to research and then explore. Every child in school took part and each child made their own artworks based upon their chosen theme.
What amazing day.
ARTICLE 2 NON-DISCRIMINATION- The Convention applies to every child without discrimination, whatever their ethnicity, gender, religion, language, abilities or any other status, whatever they think or say, whatever their family background.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
ARTICLE 23 CHILDREN WITH A DISABILITY- A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to support disabled children and their families.
ARTICLE 28 RIGHT TO EDUCATION- Every child has the right to an education. Primary education must be free and different forms of secondary education must be available to every child. Discipline in schools must respect children’s dignity and their rights. Richer countries must help poorer countries to achieve this.
ARTICLE 29 GOALS OF EDUCATION- Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. It must encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.
ARTICLE 31 LEISURE, PLAY AND CULTURE- Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
MILLWOOD COMMUNITY WALK
On Saturday 8th October we had our second Millwood Community Walk. We met at Nuttall Park and walked all the way around the edge of the park and then we had a play on the park. It was a wonderful event, thank you to all of the families and friends of Millwood who attended.
ARTICLE 3 BEST INTERESTS OF THE CHILD- The best interests of the child must be a top priority in all decisions and actions that affect children.
ARTICLE 12 RESPECT FOR THE VIEWS OF THE CHILD- Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This right applies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisions or the child’s day-to-day home life.
ARTICLE 13 FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION- Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access all kinds of information, as long as it is within the law.
ARTICLE 14 FREEDOM OF THOUGHT, BELIEF AND RELIGION- Every child has the right to think and believe what they choose and also to practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Governments must respect the rights and responsibilities of parents to guide their child as they grow up.
ARTICLE 15 FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION- Every child has the right to meet with other children and join groups and organisations, as long as this does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.
MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING
On Friday 30th September we held a Macmillan Coffee Morning to raise money to support people with cancer. We were blown away by the generosity of staff with the huge selection of cakes on offer and staff and families for their donations to this amazing charity. We raised over £100!
JEANS FOR GENES DAY
On Friday 23RD September we enjoyed Jeans for Genes Day at Millwood. We wore our jeans and paid £1 to support children living with genetic disorders across the United Kingdom. Children enjoyed lots of different activities such as designing jeans, dancing and one class even had a Jeans for Genes party.
Article 3- Best interests of the child
Article 6- Life, survival and development
Article 12- Respect for the views of the child
Article 13- Freedom of expression
Article 23- Children with a disability
GOLD RIGHTS RESPECTING SCHOOL AWARD
Millwood Primary school in Bury has been awarded Gold by UNICEF UK’s Rights Respecting School programme.
UNICEF is the world’s leading organisation working for children and their rights. The Rights Respecting Schools Award is granted to schools that show commitment to promoting and realising children’s rights and encouraging adults, children and young people to respect the rights of others in school. Gold is the highest accolade given by UNICEF UK and shows a deep and thorough commitment to children’s rights at all levels of school life. There are over 600 schools across England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales that have received Gold.
The school has been working with UNICEF UK since November 2019. They received their Silver certificate in May 2021.
Joanne Hurst, Headteacher at Millwood Primary, said: “At Millwood, children’s rights are embedded in our vision and values and lie at the heart of our school’s planning, policies and practice. As duty bearers we ensure the Convention is evident in all aspects of school life and that children’s rights are learned, taught, practised, respected, protected and promoted. We are a school who believes in entitlement and opportunity for all. We are extremely proud to have received the Gold Award from UNICEF UK, the highest award possible. To achieve this award means so much to all in our school community. I would like to thank all stakeholders for their commitment and dedication during this journey with particular thanks to Beckie Savage, assistant headteacher, and our fantastic children who have been instrumental in the process”
The UNICEF UK Rights Respecting Schools initiative is aimed at schools across the UK, including those in an early years setting. Currently, it works with nearly 5,000 primary schools, secondary schools, schools for children and young people with special educational needs and pupil referral units across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Schools have reported a positive impact on pupil behaviour, relationships and well-being by enhancing pupils’ self-esteem, leading to less truancy and bullying, better learning and improved academic standards.
