OPAL Play at Bricknell
At our school, we believe that play is not just a fun activity, it is a fundamental part of a child’s learning journey. That’s why we are proud to embrace OPAL play, an award-winning program that transforms our playgrounds into vibrant spaces for exploration, imagination, and development.
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Curriculum news via our subject blogs
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Bricknell Byline
Since September this year, we have ran a school newspaper club. This club has gathered some of the most passionate [...]
World Book Day 2025
World Book Day 2025 was celebrated in style today! Imagine, one minute you're speaking to a pirate and the [...]
Promoting reading across the school
Supporting reading across the school is essential for fostering a lifelong love of learning and ensuring that all pupils [...]
Tonie Boxes
We use Tonieboxes as an interactive and engaging tool to support literacy and storytelling for younger pupils, particularly in early [...]
World Book Day
We love to celebrate World Book Day at Bricknell. Here are some photographs of our celebrations over the years. [...]
Girls football competition
The Year 5/6 girls from Bricknell were first to compete in the 7-a-side @HullActiveSch football competition, and what a [...]
Inter school competition with Priory Primary
Some of our Year 6 pupils had an incredible morning taking part in a variety of sporting activities organised by [...]
Bricknell Blue team
A huge congratulations to the Bricknell Blue team for their outstanding performance at the @HullActiveSch 7-a-side football competition! Despite battling [...]
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What an amazing morningour children had at the Natural History Museum! 🐋🌊
From exploring fascinating exhibits to discovering incredible facts about our natural world, the children embraced every opportunity to learn and explore. A particular highlight was taking part in the Ocean Habitat Workshop, where they deepened their understanding of marine ecosystems, the creatures that live within them, and the importance of protecting our oceans for future generations.
Throughout the morning, our pupils demonstrated excellent curiosity, enthusiasm and behaviour, asking thoughtful questions and making the most of every learning opportunity. They were a real credit to themselves, their families and our school community.
#NaturalHistoryMuseum #OceanHabitatWorkshop #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #BPSAspirationCurriculum #ProudSchoolCommunity 🌎🐠
Wow! The children have fully immersed themselves at the Natural History Museum. We have refuelled and we are ready to see the sights of our amazing capital city! #BPSAspirationCurriculum
These amazing year 5 children have only gone and won at the finals of the ‘What on Earth’ quiz at the big Malarky. #champions #London #BPSaspiration
‘The school’s ‘Bricknell Graduate Programme’ develops resilience, perseverance and subject mastery, inspiring pupils to go above and beyond.’
‘Provision for pupils with SEND is exceptional, with expert support enabling full inclusion, increasing independence, and strong academic progress.’
‘The Aspiration Curriculum ensures pupils are well prepared for life in modern Britain, with strong understanding of finance, mental health and equality.’
‘Expert teaching helps pupils build deep knowledge across all subjects, with regular opportunities to revisit and apply what they’ve learned.’
‘Behaviour is exemplary—pupils are motivated, respectful, and confident learners who listen carefully and support one another’s success.’
‘From early years onward, children master phonics quickly and become confident, fluent readers who develop a love of books and learning.’
‘Teachers are subject experts who present information clearly and challenge pupils to think critically and engage deeply with learning.’
‘Pupils benefit from a highly ambitious curriculum that often exceeds national expectations and helps them achieve exceptionally well.’
‘Pupils thrive at this caring and aspirational school, where they feel safe, supported, and are encouraged to aim high in everything they do.’
‘Leaders and trustees share the school’s exceptionally high expectations and work tenaciously to improve life chances for every pupil.’
