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Minerva Primary Academy teaching assistant Naomi Reid has been recognised on the Football Black List, an annual awards initiative supported by the Football Association (FA). The Football Black List celebrates and highlights the achievements of Black individuals across the UK within the football industry, recognising their positive

Year 2 pupils at Minerva Primary Academy put their culinary skills to the test as they made a delicious homemade soup. As well as other fresh ingredients, the children carefully chopped potatoes, turnips, and carrots to create their nutritious dish. As part of the activity, pupils also

Pupils at Minerva Primary Academy had a very special slippery visitor this week – a royal python named ‘Jinga’. The children enjoyed a fascinating presentation on how to care for and look after pet snakes. To read the story on the Bristol Parent website click here. To

Pupils at Minerva Primary Academy had a very special slippery visitor this week – a royal python named ‘Jinga’. The children enjoyed a fascinating presentation on how to care for and look after pet snakes. Royal pythons, also known as ball pythons, are non-venomous constrictors from Africa,

Year 3 pupils at Minerva Primary Academy have been taking an exciting journey into geography, learning all about Bristol and the South West region of England. As part of their studies, children have been exploring maps and atlases to deepen their understanding of local landmarks, geography, and

Year 3 pupils at Minerva Primary Academy had a fantastic time during their first music lesson of the term. The session introduced the children to the djembe drum, a goblet-shaped, rope-tuned instrument with a goatskin head, originating from West Africa and traditionally played with bare hands. Alongside

Pupils at Minerva Primary Academy are happily looking after their community areas both inside and outside the school. Armed with brushes and litter-picking equipment, pupils are hard at work ensuring their local surroundings remain clean, tidy, and welcoming for everyone. A school spokesperson said: “We are incredibly

Year 6 pupils from Minerva Primary Academy have swapped the classroom for the great outdoors during an exciting residential trip to Hooke Court in Dorset. The adventure has been packed with team-building activities, new experiences, and opportunities to explore and connect with nature. Highlights of the trip

Pupils at Minerva Primary Academy recently took part in their very own careers event, designed to inspire and inform the next generation about the world of work. Key Stage 2 pupils had the opportunity to hear from a wide variety of guest speakers who shared insights into

Pupils at Minerva Primary Academy have been showcasing their creativity and teamwork by designing and making fantastic night lights as part of their designer’s unit. The project was inspired by their book club text, The Girl Who Stole an Elephant, with each night light themed around elements