It is the best day of the year, to feel the excitement and to know that we are ready and prepared to either welcome our returning pupils, our brand new Foundation pupils for their first day at school, or pupils who have joined us from another school.

They arrived looking very smart; most were happy to return and there was lots of support for those who perhaps were feeling a little overwhelmed.  The first week has been wonderful.  We have made a few small changes to the way that we work and encourage each other through kindness, our school values (creative, curious, responsible, enthusiastic, excellent, determined) and our three main school rules (be ready, be responsible, be safe).  

We have new teams this year instead of houses:
Woodpeckers (green)
Kingfishers (blue)
Jays (red)
Goldfinches (yellow)
The children will earn team points throughout each week and there are surprises and rewards along the way.



One of our biggest changes this year is that we have named all of our classes.  These were chosen democratically by the children and we drew names at the end of the summer term to decide which class had which name.  Our new classes are:
Nursery: Pendennis - Mrs Hilton and Mrs Owen
Foundation: Rame - Mrs Phillips and Mrs Lyden
Year 1: Heligan - Miss Bolger and Miss Ginn
Year 1/2: Lanhydrock - Mrs Marshall, Mrs Miles, Miss Given, Mrs Gregory and Mrs Stephens 
Year 2/3: Kynance - Miss Chapman and Mr Liddement
Year 3/4: Tintagel - Miss Pittas, Mrs Stephens and Mrs Williams
Year 4:  Eden - Miss Strickland, Mr Phillips and Mrs Williams
Year 5/6: Minack - Mr Bowden, Mrs Higgins and Mrs Hewitt
Year 5/6: Mount Edgecumbe:  Mrs Davies, Miss Cook and Mrs Miller

In the next few weeks, we will be delighted to open our new inclusion provision which we have called Roseland.  This is a new offer that will support many children with their social, emotional and behaviour need, whether on a regular basis or if they need it for a short time.  It will also help those children who struggle to learn so that we can help them to find new ways of understanding how they can work to the best of their ability in a fun and very supportive way.  I will lead this provision initially, supported by Miss Masters who will be with the provision every day.  All staff will then provide activities and time to work with the children when they access the rooms.  We have three spaces available to us at the end of the Key Stage 2 corridor and we are busy getting these spaces ready for the fun to begin.  There may even be a few surprises on the way! 

Another new venture is the addition of some slightly different activities throughout the week.  The picture above shows the first class enjoying their introduction lessons with Mr Tweedle.  They will be learning circus skills, so watch out at home!  This activity is not only fun, but also teaches coordination, balance, spatial awareness and the need for resilience and patience when it doesn't go right first time.  It was great fun and we can't wait to see how we all get on with plate spinning, diabolo, stilt walking, juggling and much, much more! 

As you can see, we are prepared and ready for an amazing year of learning filled with fun and determination to do well in all that we do; I can't wait to see the outcomes!

Here's to a great year.
Janine Waring 

We have loved welcoming everyone back after the summer break and have built up a lovely display of all the holiday photographs.

Our new stories 'Happy Birthday Sam' and 'Titch' are all about growing up and having birthdays.

We will be thinking about how old we are now and what our next number will be; we will be discussing what happens when we have a birthday celebration.


It would be lovely to have a baby photograph of everyone so we can see how much we have changed and talk about what we can do now, that we couldn't do when we were a baby.

Welcome back to Brunel. We are looking forward to seeing you on Monday. We have busy and fun-packed year of learning ahead with many memories to be made. 

Miss Burton

Class 2 is a group of 21 Year 1 and Year 2 children. The class is taught by Mrs Ati Charlesworth, along with Miss Jo Walker and Mrs Lesley Sammels. Miss Jo Walker covers Mrs Charlesworth's PPA on a Tuesday afternoon.
Some key dates to remember for the Autumn term are:

• TUESDAY: PE
  (Please make sure that the children come into class in appropriate PE kit.)
• FRIDAY: Forest School
  (Please sent your children in clothes that are appropriate for an afternoon outdoors. Please also sent in a pair of wellies that they can change into for the afternoon session.)

If you ever need to get in touch, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Charlesworth at acharlesworth@harrowbarrowprimary.co.uk or ask to speak to her via the school reception on 01579 350576.

Please find above the Curriculum Overview for Autumn Term 2026. You can also download this as a PDF document by clicking the PDF icon below <Curriculum overview Autumn 2026.pdf>. Also find below, a link to download a copy of the KIRF focus for Autumn Term 1 <Year 1 Aut1.pdf for Year 1 KIRFs and  Year 2 Aut1.pdf for Year 2 KIRFs>.

 Welcome to our Nursery blog ...

In our spacious, inviting nursery, we work hard to provide a nurturing, supportive learning environment where children can thrive and grow. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum with an emphasis on promoting the characteristics of effective learning. 

This approach fosters a love of learning and provides challenges linked closely to developmentally age-appropriate experiences. We strive to create an environment where children feel confident in exploring and discovering new things. We offer weekly forest school activities and have constant access to an ample, safe outdoor space and an all-weather area. All meals are cooked daily on site by our excellent cook. 

As a Nursery, we understand that all children are unique and understand the importance of following their individual interests.

We are set just outside the beautiful village of Blisland, which is 10 minutes from Bodmin town centre.

Because we are a smaller setting, we can offer 10 places per year group. This ensures a very high level of interaction with adults and quality input for your child while they are with us. We are a very family-oriented organisation with strong community connections. 

We can offer places to children from age 2 and offer 15- and 30-hour funding. More information can be found here: www.gov.uk/30-hours-free-childcare

Morning sessions are from 9 am to 12  pm and cost £16.80

Lunch is available from 12-1 pm at £5.60 plus meal cost, or you can bring a home-packed lunch.

Afternoon session: 12-3 pm at £16.80 plus meal cost, or a home-packed lunch. 

All-day session: 9 am - 3 pm, £33.60 plus the meal cost, or a home-packed lunch.

We are offering a fourth session free if you pay for 3. It can be just mornings or a full day.  Your equivalent 4th session would be free, saving a maximum of £28.80

We are very flexible with hours and days, so please feel free to ring for more information.

We also run a parent and toddler group, ' Twiglets', on a Wednesday, 9 am- 10.30 am, where you can come along to stay and play and meet new people, have a coffee and get a feel for what we are all about; this runs weekly in term time, and it's free. Bump to 4 years.    

Weekly information is also available on our 'Twiglets' Facebook page. 

By following our nursery blog, which we hope to publish every week, we will show you, through words and pictures, how we promote your child's learning in the nursery. It is also an excellent way for you to discuss with your child at home what they have been doing each week. 

Kind regards 

Mrs Pearce & The Storytellers Team 

 A very warm welcome to all of our new Tregantle families!

We are so excited to begin this special journey with you and your children. We have lots of fun, learning and adventures planned for the year ahead, and we can't wait to get to know each and every one of our wonderful children. Our first topic is 'All About Me,' a lovely topic that helps children settle into school, get to know their new friends and adults, and begin to feel a real sense of belonging in their new class. Throughout the topic, we will be talking about ourselves, our families, our feelings, our interests and what makes each of us special and unique. We will explore our senses, learn about different parts of our bodies and talk about how we can look after ourselves and keep healthy. The children will have lots of opportunities to share things that are important to them, develop friendships, learn our classroom routines and become confident in their new environment. Through stories, songs, creative activities, role play, exploring and our continuous provision, we will be learning all about ourselves while developing the skills we need to become happy, confident and independent learners. Please see the attached document for more details about our very first class topic. 

We are looking forward to a fantastic year together and watching our Tregantle children grow, learn and flourish. Welcome to our Tregantle family! 

Welcome to Class 3! Mr Hodgins and Mrs Campbell are excited to help our older children make the most of their final years at Duloe. Class 3 is a place for children to challenge themselves, develop their independence and discover what they are capable of, while continuing to look after one another and their wider community. We want our pupils to leave us with confidence, curiosity, compassion and a love of learning - ready for their next adventure, having experienced throughout their time with us "an adventure for the mind and a home for the heart for all God's children."

Welcome back to all returning and new children. We have an exciting year ahead of us. We are starting the term looking at houses, homes and the local area. Check back here soon to see what we have been up too.

Welcome to Class 2! Mrs Askew and Miss Stephenson, together with Mrs Hughes and Nat, are looking forward to sharing another exciting year of learning and discovery with the children. We encourage our pupils to be curious, confident and kind, giving them opportunities to ask questions, solve problems, be creative and learn from one another. Above all, we want Class 2 to be a place where children feel known, supported and proud of who they are, reflecting our vision of "an adventure for the mind and a home for the heart for all God's children."

Welcome to Class 1! Mrs Currah and Miss Stephenson, supported by Miss Evans, Mrs Penhaligan and Mrs Hill, create a warm and encouraging classroom where children can learn, play and develop their independence. We want every child to feel that they belong, that their ideas matter and that they can have a go at something new. With lots of curiosity, creativity and encouragement, Class 1 is a place where children can enjoy the excitement of learning while feeling cared for and secure - truly an adventure for the mind and a home for the heart.

A very warm welcome to Pre-School! Our youngest children begin their journey at Duloe in a happy, nurturing and welcoming environment, where they are encouraged to explore, play, discover and grow in confidence. Sam and Natalie are there to make sure every child feels safe, valued and ready to take their first steps in learning. Through stories, songs, adventures and plenty of opportunities to investigate the world around them, we want our children to experience "an adventure for the mind and a home for the heart" from the very beginning.

A very warm welcome to Pelynt Pre-school, where our youngest children are given the time, care and encouragement they need to grow, explore and flourish. Led by Mrs Rickard, with the support of Mrs Rowe, Mrs Hicks and Mrs Carr, our Pre-school provides a nurturing and welcoming environment for children from the age of two. We believe that every child is unique, and that strong relationships, kindness and a sense of belonging provide the foundations for confident and happy learners. Through play, exploration and shared experiences, we encourage our children to be curious, develop their independence and build positive relationships with others. Above all, we want every child to feel safe, valued and excited to come through our doors each day, knowing that they are an important part of the Pelynt Academy family.