Children and young people, from reception to age 16, who are eligible for benefits related free school meals, will be able to access hundreds of activities throughout the Summer holidays including specific provision available for children with SEND or additional needs, all at no cost. There’s a great range of activities across the city including cultural storytelling, pamper sessions, sewing, trips out, dance, mindfulness, swimming, football, board games, water sports, skateboarding, cycling, gymnastics, nature walks and dodgeball to name but a few! A meal is included for every child attending.
There is a central booking system to make it easier for you to find and book the activities. You can find out where your nearest scheme is by clicking on this link https://eequ.org/liverpoolhaf or by using the QR code which will take you to the Liverpool HAF page and the easy to fill in booking system. You can search by age, provider or date. There is a handy booking help video here – How to make a booking
Today Year 4 looked at how to complete the recovery position to help save other people’s lives. We had a turn with our friends. We remembered to check if the person could respond and then ask someone else to call an ambulance whilst we attempt the recovery position.
We welcomed parents and friends from all over the school to talk to us about a variety of careers. We listened very carefully to Mr Lawler who is a Personal Advisor. We enjoyed learning about how we can support our communities and train to also be a PA. Thank you Kenny !
Today Year 4 welcomed 2 midwives into school to talk about their careers and how they perform their daily jobs. We were so interested in how they learnt how to be mid wives and how they helped mums and deliver their babies.
Thank you so much Jen & Imogen.
We had a visit from a Flight Attendant who shared with us lots of information about her job. She shared some videos of what it is like to work on a plane and told us all about her job, helping people, looking after them and keeping them safe when flying.
Year 1 we’re very lucky to have a visit from a musician! We found out all about the skills you need to become a musician, listening to the wonderful guitar music and sang some songs together.
ASD Social Interactions / Play Workshop
Today in our Zones of Regulation lesson, we learned about different situations that can be a ‘trigger’ or a ‘spark’. We then discussed how these situations make us feel and how we can regulate ourselves again.
“A parent said, ‘they don’t know how good they are because it’s so natural.’”
“There is a lively atmosphere in the school canteen where excellent food is prepared by friendly staff. ”
“Children attending OLI certainly get a good deal.”
“The IQM targets set and achieved at OLI serve to complement and enhance the inclusive ethos of the school.”
“They work well together and ‘enjoy a laugh.’ This is something that I personally value greatly. A happy staff means happy pupils.”
“I was particularly struck by how older children engage with each other in lessons. As 1 pupil speaks, the class would turn to show interest and display active listening.”
“It was an absolute pleasure to spend a day with staff and children, and I feel inspired and enthused to trial ideas in my own school.”
“Comments from stakeholders’ centre around the school being ‘warm,’ ‘amazing,’ and ‘like home.’ I would fully agree with these quotes. All staff, including cooks, the site manager, learning support, and Governors, clearly articulate the same ethos and enjoy being there. External support staff expressed how this is ‘comfortably the best school they work in.”
“Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School is an exceptionally inclusive school.”
“It was lovely to see the early years children practising self-regulation through peer massage as part of the MISP programme. (Massage in Schools Programme). Clearly, this is embedded as a regular feature, and very young children were showing care and empathy towards their peers.”
“Observation of ZOR in Early Years area showed staff well-deployed to support children unable to fully mix with mainstream, but still receiving entitlement.”
“There is a lot of evidence that staff at OLI are very well trained,”
“Diversity in the curriculum is apparent”
Thank you everyone!
Year 3 are really enjoying our mindfulness sessions and taking time out of our busy day to be mindful and train our minds to focus and calm.
The Mighty Red, along with the LFC foundation visited our school to talk about self-esteem and ways to support and improve our mental health.
Children’s Mental Health Week
We had a very exciting visit from The Mighty Red LFC mascot to celebrate children’s mental health week. The children discussed the importance of raising self esteem and took part in daily activities to remind them of the importance of looking after their own mental health and who to turn to for support.
Safer Internet Day – Parents welcome
The children take on the different roles within the home area. Together they bath, dress and put the babies to bed. They listen and take turns in conversation to develop a storyline in their play.
What’s in the box for Y6 classes at the moment? Who was brave enough to lift the lid ?
Beditation this week for Year 6, learning about the importance of sleep.
Today Year 2 started dance! We learnt a new routine which was based on how the weather makes us feel and movements to match these feelings.
Year 1 have been discussing what they are proud of and what it means to be proud!
‘My voice matters’ is the theme of children’s mental health week. Year 1 have been sharing what matters to them this afternoon!
PSHE Chatter
Year 2 DOTS today
Year 2 enjoyed DOTS today – noticing the breath ?⭐️ #olippshe @csergeant3 ?♀️??♂️?
We can even wash our own dishes
We have been focusing on our independence skills in @oli_nursery this week. We can even wash our own dishes. @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI @oli_primary #olipshce #independence
Colour Monster – sorting colours into jars
@oli_nursery have been learning about colours linked to The Colour Monster. We’ve been trying to sort our colours and feelings into jars so we’re not like a confused Colour Monster. @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI #olippshe #olipreading
Childrens first marks
In @oli_nursery we value all marks children make before they begin to write. From the smallest mark to their recognisable pictures. #olipenglish #markmaking #olipart #olippshe @EarlyExcellence @sil_eyfs #marvellousme @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI
We began Peer Massage in a new format
We began Peer Massage in a new format, today. After lunchtime, we got into a circle and asked our friends “Would you like a massage?” Before gently doing some moves on their back & thanking our friends for their massage. @oli_nursery @oli_primary @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI #olippshe
Key person time nursery
We have taken a real interest in our display about ourselves and our families. @oli_nursery have been drawing representations of each member in their family as part of Key Person Time. #olippshe #olipre #olipart @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI
Drawing family members in nursery
After introducing our new text, You Choose, we discussed our family members and some of us drew pictures of them. #olipreading #olipart @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI
PSHE – ‘me and my family’
Our dream careers
Year 3 have enjoyed sharing a circle time about our dream careers. I loved hearing some of their lovely aspirations for the future #olippshe @oli_primary @DeputyOLI @csergeant3
Year 3 massage after lunch
Year 3 found that a massage after lunch really helps them to settle down and feel ready to learn #olippshe @DeputyOLI @csergeant3@csergeant3
Year 5 have had a lovely day training to be ROCKET champions!
Year 5 have had a lovely day training to be ROCKET champions! They focussed on resilience and how we can support others with their mental health! They finished the afternoon with throwing their rocket pledges into the air! ?? @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI @MYARAISETeam #olippshe
We calmed our bodies and minds after lunchtime
We calmed our bodies and minds after lunchtime and got ready for this afternoon’s learning by using the Massage in Schools Programme @olippshe @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI
Year 5 and 6 have had a special assembly this morning
Year 5 and 6 have had a special assembly this morning from @MerseyPolice about keeping safe during Halloween and Bonfire Night #olippshe @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI
Celebrating #WorldMentalHealthDay
Celebrating #WorldMentalHealthDay by taking time to talk whilst enjoying a biscuit! #olippshe @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI
Year 1 playing circle games independently outside!
Year 1 playing circle games independently outside! Taking turns, listening to others and following instructions. @csergeant3 @DeputyOLI #olippshe
Some small world creations this week…
Some small world creations this week… working together and sharing ideas! @EarlyExcellence @DeputyOLI @csergeant3 #olippshe
The children were fabulous at exploring vocabulary related to our feeling and emotions today
The children were fabulous at exploring vocabulary related to our feeling and emotions today. They were able to sort a range of vocabulary into the correct zone of regulation! #zonesofregulation #olippshe @csergeant3 @oli_primary @DeputyOLI
Year 3 Celebrate Finishing Paws B!
Year 3 have completed a 12 week course of Paws B. The children have loved their weekly sessions learning all about how to be mindful.
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International Mother Language Day
We had a lovely afternoon learning to write our names and our birthdays in Chinese as part of our International Mother Language Day celebrations. We enjoyed seeing how all of our names looked!
Children’s Mental Health Week 2024
‘My voice matters’ is the theme of children’s mental health week. Year 1 have been sharing what matters to them this afternoon!
What are you proud of?
Year 1 have been discussing what they are proud of and what it means to be proud!
Dance lessons are our favourite
Today Year 2 started dance! We learnt a new routine which was based on how the weather makes us feel and movements to match these feelings.
What’s in the box?
What’s in the box for Y6 classes at the moment? Who was brave enough to lift the lid ?
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Working in the home area.
The children take on the different roles within the home area. Together they bath, dress and put the babies to bed. They listen and take turns in conversation to develop a storyline in their play.
Highlights from Spring 1
Children’s Mental Health Week
We had a very exciting visit from The Mighty Red LFC mascot to celebrate children’s mental health week. The children discussed the importance of raising self esteem and took part in daily activities to remind them of the importance of looking after their own mental health and who to turn to for support.
Children’s Mental Health Week 2025
The Mighty Red, along with the LFC foundation visited our school to talk about self-esteem and ways to support and improve our mental health.
Mindfulness session-PawsB
Year 3 are really enjoying our mindfulness sessions and taking time out of our busy day to be mindful and train our minds to focus and calm.
We continue to be an Inclusion Quality Mark Centre of Excellence !🎉🍾🎆
“A parent said, ‘they don’t know how good they are because it’s so natural.’”
“There is a lively atmosphere in the school canteen where excellent food is prepared by friendly staff. ”
“Children attending OLI certainly get a good deal.”
“The IQM targets set and achieved at OLI serve to complement and enhance the inclusive ethos of the school.”
“They work well together and ‘enjoy a laugh.’ This is something that I personally value greatly. A happy staff means happy pupils.”
“I was particularly struck by how older children engage with each other in lessons. As 1 pupil speaks, the class would turn to show interest and display active listening.”
“It was an absolute pleasure to spend a day with staff and children, and I feel inspired and enthused to trial ideas in my own school.”
“Comments from stakeholders’ centre around the school being ‘warm,’ ‘amazing,’ and ‘like home.’ I would fully agree with these quotes. All staff, including cooks, the site manager, learning support, and Governors, clearly articulate the same ethos and enjoy being there. External support staff expressed how this is ‘comfortably the best school they work in.”
“Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School is an exceptionally inclusive school.”
“It was lovely to see the early years children practising self-regulation through peer massage as part of the MISP programme. (Massage in Schools Programme). Clearly, this is embedded as a regular feature, and very young children were showing care and empathy towards their peers.”
“Observation of ZOR in Early Years area showed staff well-deployed to support children unable to fully mix with mainstream, but still receiving entitlement.”
“There is a lot of evidence that staff at OLI are very well trained,”
“Diversity in the curriculum is apparent”
Thank you everyone!
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Zones of Regulation
Today in our Zones of Regulation lesson, we learned about different situations that can be a ‘trigger’ or a ‘spark’. We then discussed how these situations make us feel and how we can regulate ourselves again.
Careers and Aspirations Week
We had a visit from a Flight Attendant who shared with us lots of information about her job. She shared some videos of what it is like to work on a plane and told us all about her job, helping people, looking after them and keeping them safe when flying.
Year 1 we’re very lucky to have a visit from a musician! We found out all about the skills you need to become a musician, listening to the wonderful guitar music and sang some songs together.
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Year 4 Aspirations and Careers Week.
Today Year 4 welcomed 2 midwives into school to talk about their careers and how they perform their daily jobs. We were so interested in how they learnt how to be mid wives and how they helped mums and deliver their babies.
Thank you so much Jen & Imogen.
Careers & Aspirations Week
We welcomed parents and friends from all over the school to talk to us about a variety of careers. We listened very carefully to Mr Lawler who is a Personal Advisor. We enjoyed learning about how we can support our communities and train to also be a PA. Thank you Kenny !
Year 4 learn the recovery position.
Today Year 4 looked at how to complete the recovery position to help save other people’s lives. We had a turn with our friends. We remembered to check if the person could respond and then ask someone else to call an ambulance whilst we attempt the recovery position.
The Summer HAF programme starts on the 21st July and there are lots of great activities happening over the school holidays.
Children and young people, from reception to age 16, who are eligible for benefits related free school meals, will be able to access hundreds of activities throughout the Summer holidays including specific provision available for children with SEND or additional needs, all at no cost. There’s a great range of activities across the city including cultural storytelling, pamper sessions, sewing, trips out, dance, mindfulness, swimming, football, board games, water sports, skateboarding, cycling, gymnastics, nature walks and dodgeball to name but a few! A meal is included for every child attending.
There is a central booking system to make it easier for you to find and book the activities. You can find out where your nearest scheme is by clicking on this link https://eequ.org/liverpoolhaf or by using the QR code which will take you to the Liverpool HAF page and the easy to fill in booking system. You can search by age, provider or date. There is a handy booking help video here – How to make a booking
