Words on Wednesday

Spring 2026

One Good Turn

25th March 2026

This week’s theme is “One Good Turn”—a simple idea that can make a big difference.

A “good turn” means doing something kind or helpful for someone else. It could be holding a door open, helping a friend with their work, or cheering someone up when they feel sad. These small acts of kindness might not seem like much, but they can have a powerful effect.

The wonderful thing about one good turn is that it often leads to another. When someone experiences kindness, they are more likely to pass it on. Before long, one small act can grow into many, spreading positivity throughout our whole school community.

Imagine if each of us did just one good turn every day. How might that change the way people feel? How might it change our school? Kindness is like a ripple in water—it keeps moving and reaching others.

This week, we are encouraging everyone to look for opportunities to do one good turn each day. It doesn’t have to be big—sometimes the smallest actions mean the most.

Let’s work together to create a chain of kindness, where one good turn leads to another, and another, and another…

Because together, those small acts can make a big difference.

Showing Consideration

18th March 2026

This week we have been thinking about showing consideration towards others. That might sound like a big idea, but it simply means thinking about how other people feel and being kind in what we say and do.

Imagine this: you’re playing a game at break time, and someone is left out. What could you do? You could invite them to join in. That’s showing consideration—thinking about someone else’s feelings and helping them feel included.

Or maybe someone in your class is having a tough day. A smile, a kind word, or asking “Are you okay?” can make a big difference. Small actions can have a big impact!

Another important part of being considerate is stopping and thinking before we act or speak. Sometimes we might feel like saying something quickly or reacting when we’re upset. But if we pause for a moment and ask ourselves, “Is this kind? Is this helpful?”, we can make better choices. Taking that little moment to think can stop us from hurting someone’s feelings and help us choose words and actions that show kindness instead.

Being considerate also means listening when others are speaking, sharing fairly, and using kind words—even when we feel upset.

Let’s challenge ourselves today:

Can we notice when someone needs help?
Can we include others in our games?
Can we choose kind words, even in tricky moments?

Remember, when we show consideration, we help make our school a happier and friendlier place for everyone.

Let’s all try to spread kindness today!

Consequences

11th March 2026

This week, we have thought about the consequences of our actions and how they can be positive or negative. We have discussed that every choice we make can affect ourselves and others, and it is important to take responsibility for these outcomes, whether our actions are intentional or accidental. By thinking carefully about the potential consequences before we act, we can make better decisions and help create a positive environment for everyone around us.

Have a watch of this video to consider whether you are always responsible for your actions.

Are you a builder or a bulldozer?

4th March 2026

This week we would like you to think about whether you are being a builder or a bulldozer when you are working and playing with others. Builders help people feel good about themselves and make their team stronger. A builder might encourage a friend who is finding their work tricky, invite someone to join a game in the playground, listen to other people’s ideas in group work, or say “well done” when someone tries their best. A bulldozer, however, can knock others down by interrupting, saying unkind things, refusing to listen to other people’s ideas, or leaving someone out of a game. Think about your words and actions this week — are you building people up or knocking them down? Which one would you like to be?

Teamwork

25th February 2026

This week’s special words are teamwork and unity!

Teamwork means working together to reach a goal. Unity means sticking together and helping each other, even when things feel tricky.

Have you ever tried to carry a big box all by yourself? It can feel heavy and hard. But when a friend helps you, it suddenly feels lighter! That’s the magic of teamwork.

In a team:

Everyone has a special job.
Everyone’s ideas matter.
We listen to each other.
We cheer each other on.

Think about a football team, a school choir, or even a group working on a class project. When everyone does their part and supports each other, amazing things can happen!

Unity doesn’t mean we are all the same. It means we respect our differences and choose to stand together anyway. Like pieces of a puzzle — each piece is different, but together they make a beautiful picture.

This week, try to:

Help someone who is stuck.
Say something kind to a teammate.
Work together instead of competing.

Remember:
Alone we can do a little. Together we can do a LOT!

What’s one way you can show teamwork today?

Let Everyone Join In

28th January 2026

This week, our theme is “Let everyone join in.” That means being kind, fair, and welcoming to everyone, no matter who they are.

Yesterday was Holocaust Memorial Day, a time when we remember people who were treated badly and unfairly just because of who they were. It reminds us why it is so important to stand up to unkindness, name-calling, and discrimination.

We can all help make the world a better place by:

Including others in games and conversations
Being proud of what makes us different
Speaking up if we see someone being left out or treated unfairly
Choosing kind words and kind actions every day

When we let everyone join in, we show respect, understanding, and courage.
Small acts of kindness can make a big difference

FUN with Rules

21st January 2026

Playtime is an important part of the school day. It is a time to relax, be active, play games, use our imagination and spend time with friends. For playtime to be enjoyable, everyone needs to feel included, safe and happy.

We want you to:

Invite others to join in your games
Take turns and share equipment
Be kind and respectful in your words and actions
Look out for anyone who might be feeling left out

Sometimes fun looks different for different people, and that’s okay. What matters is making sure our play does not stop someone else from enjoying theirs.

By being thoughtful and including others, you can help create a positive playtime where everyone feels welcome. When we work together and show kindness, playtimes become more enjoyable for all.

OPAL Play = OPAL Tidy

14th January 2026

This week’s Words on Wednesday focus is working together, and it links perfectly with an exciting change to our playtimes.

With the introduction of OPAL you will have access to more equipment and more opportunities to play creatively, collaboratively and actively. This is a fantastic step forward for our school and our playtimes.

However, with more equipment comes more responsibility.

To enjoy OPAL play, we all need to work together at the end of playtime to make sure everything is tidied away safely and sensibly. Tidying up is not just a job for adults or a small group of children – it is something we all share.

By helping to tidy up, children are:

Showing teamwork and cooperation
Taking responsibility for shared resources
Respecting their play space and each other

Our simple message is:

OPAL Play = OPAL Tidy

When everyone helps, the equipment stays in good condition, playtimes run smoothly, and we can continue to enjoy all the benefits OPAL brings.

Having Fun

7th January 2026

This week, we are thinking about playtime and how we can make sure everyone is having fun.

With OPAL, playtimes are changing and becoming more exciting. There are more choices, more games, and more chances to use your imagination. But one thing is always the most important:

Playtime should be fun for everyone.

This means:

Including others and letting people join in
Sharing equipment and taking turns
Using kind words and listening to each other
Changing a game if someone is not enjoying it

Everyone likes to play in different ways, and that’s okay! Being a good friend at playtime means noticing how others are feeling and helping them feel welcome and safe.

Word to think about: Respect
Respect means caring about other people’s feelings and making sure our fun doesn’t stop someone else from having fun too.

Let’s work together to make our playtimes happy, fair, and fun for all!