This was the highlight of my day today. Such incredible practice to celebrate. Thank you for your wisdom and support Carly

Always my favourite English unit. Love the expression used by these young readers.

Lots of very deep conversations this evening.

A moment of calm after the whirlwind of the last few weeks.

So much expertise and collective energy focussed on high expectations and teaching and learning for over 700 pupils in our Trust Hub today Cat Eversfield Julie Edwards You could feel the buzz in the room! LAP

Year 5 enjoyed singing along and using body percussion with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra in their Sea Stories concert. Wellerman, Pirates of the Caribbean and Moana were the favourites! 🎶🎻🎺#youcantbewhatyoucantsee

So lovely to see our community coming together today for our Curriculum Open Afternoon. We loved sharing what happens in a phonics and sentence builders lesson.

In gardening club this week we have been exploring natural materials like leaves, lichen, catkins and grasses, and using clay to create imprints. Look out for some of these beautiful heart decorations on the gardening club valentine sale table next week.

Yesterday, Ms Seabrook delivered an assembly to inspire the next generation of scientists. She is looking for children who would like to join her as science champions. Do you have what it takes? Fill out an application today! #youcantbewhatyoucantsee #realisethepossible

So many opportunities for our community to come together this week. Thank you to all who joined us at our two Easter services this week. Living our vision of 'Together We Grow, Together We Flourish'.

More opportunities for the community to come together. We had a wonderful Curriculum Open Afternoon today. The children loved sharing their learning with their families.

This week, KS1 lived out our motto of 'You Can't Be, What You Can't See'. Mr Hardy (brother of the fabulous Miss Hardy) visited the children to talk about being an architect and to look at the structures they had made in their DT this half term. #realisethepossible

Congratulations to all families who recieved confirmation of your child's Reception place at Dartington C of E Academy today! Welcome to our happy, nurturing school and incredible community. We will be in touch very soon with information about all our welcome events.

Our brand new reading shed is now open! Children have loved exploring the new books and spending time reading with their friends today. What a treat to have so many new books to read at playtime and lunchtime! "Reading can take you to places you have never been before" Dr Seuss

Yesterday, we welcomed colleagues from across our trust to support us in our annual Developmental Review. It was a very positive day, helped by children who showcased how special Dartington is. Well done to all the children who spoke with our visitors #strongertogether

🚌 Just arrived at camp! Trust, wisdom & creativity packed (along with lunch & snacks 😋). Adventures await for Woodpeckers & Nightingales - let the fun begin! 🌳✨ #CampDays #DartingtonAdventure 🐦🌲

Another day in paradise. The lighthouse leads the way for our intrepid year 4s #removingbarriers #

Sun, sand, and seafoam vibes 🌊 Skimming the waves, paddling with joy, and sculpting masterpieces in the sand. Pure beachside bliss. #creativity #beachlife 🏖️✨

Campfire dinner hits different. Butcher-fresh burgers, homemade chips, and enough baked beans to do laps in. #tastyfood #peace