Author Archives: Mr Harrison

About Mr Harrison

Headteacher - Miriam Lord Community Primary School.

So very close…

It will not be very long until we reach our next landmark on the blog, as we are currently very close to hitting 200,000 page views; yes, 200,000.  I wonder when we will hit this magical landmark?

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Buckden House

Our Year Five children visited Buckden House last week for a four day residential where they experienced life in a different setting and challenged themselves with caving, high ropes and team building exercises.  They were excellent role models as always … Continue reading

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Say hello to our little friends…

It would be fair to say that over the past few years, we have not had a lot of success in Reception trying to hatch chicks, but this year is different!  Have a look at the photo below to meet … Continue reading

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Drummond Road

We have finally managed to finish the fencing on our developing site on Drummond Road.  This means that very soon we can begin working developing this area and using it as a community space.  More information to follow soon.  

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You’re Hired!

Last week saw the end of The Apprentice Project at Miriam Lord as our final two teams from Year Six made their way to Yorkshire Building Society to battle it out in a final interview.  The winners would not only … Continue reading

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Good Commitment from Year Six

I wanted to say a huge, and well deserved, thank you to those in Year Six who attended our Easter Booster School last this week.  It show great commitment to give up holiday time, and I was impressed by the … Continue reading

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We are open again…

Following a period of heavy snow, the school has reopened today.  Staff, alongside a local company, continue to work hard to clear paths and areas that could be hazardous.  We know the situation is not ideal, and please take care … Continue reading

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School is CLOSED

Good morning families. Due to the forecast of more heavy snow, the school is CLOSED today for all pupils and staff.

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It’s time to show how good we are…

We have found out today that the school inspectors will be visiting us on Wednesday 20th March and Thursday 21st March.  What a fabulous opportunity for us to show how good we are as a school.  Whilst we know we … Continue reading

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What better way to start the day?

Than by joining us in our new library space, The Blurb, choosing form a huge selection of books and having a read. Remember – everyone is welcome to join us in our Breakfast Club at any time and take the … Continue reading

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