Northfields Infants and Nursery School Podcast

Join us for another busy week at Northfields as we celebrate our Gardening Club Bug Hotel project, Year 2 music and thoughtful RE learning. We’ll also share key school updates, REACH Champions and some of the exciting events happening in our community.

A warm welcome back to the summer term at Northfields, as we reflect on a settled start after Easter and look ahead to a busy final half of the year. This episode shares key updates, celebrates our REACH Champions, highlights upcoming events including Sports Day and Nursery trips, and includes pupil voice throughout. We also touch on attendance and offer a gentle reminder around online safety for families.

Mr Dell shares highlights from a busy fortnight at Northfields, including World Book Day, inspiring women in history, class assemblies, Safari Stu’s animal visit, NIPA’s Mother’s Day Tea, REACH Champions and upcoming events.

Halfway through the spring term, we celebrate Cygnus Class Assembly, REACH Champions, World Book Day, International Women’s Day and share key updates on attendance, phonics and upcoming events.

In this episode of the Northfields Podcast, we share highlights from across the school, including class assemblies, reading at home, attendance and safeguarding. We reflect on Children’s Mental Health Week, look ahead to upcoming events, and celebrate the everyday efforts that help pupils feel confident, supported and ready to learn. We also send a warm half-term wish to all our families — keep reaching for the stars.

In this episode of our Podcast, we focus on reading at home as a key priority, alongside attendance and safeguarding. We share why regular reading supports confidence and enjoyment, how positive routines help pupils thrive, and the importance of working together to keep children safe and well. It also includes pupil voice, celebrating what children enjoy reading at school and at home.

Welcome back to the Northfields podcast and happy new year. In this episode, we share a warm start to 2026, celebrate pupils’ creativity through the North Herts Writing Project, and hear directly from children about their learning. We also cover key updates from the newsletter, including Nursery applications, attendance, safeguarding, upcoming events and Children’s Mental Health Week.

Christmas special reflecting on a brilliant autumn term at Northfields, celebrating learning, community, REACH Champions and festive highlights, with live snippets from our Christmas shows.

This fortnight’s news: creativity, competition and Christmas rehearsals.

Episode 19 brings us back after the half term break with news and updates from across Northfields. We reflect on the NIPA Halloween events and important dates.  The episode ends with a showcase of Key Stage 1 pupils performing the group poems they created last half term – full of imagination, teamwork and joy.

This fortnight, we shares update from around Northfields, from our Harvest celebration at St George’s Church to the latest attendance figures, volunteer opportunities, and creative highlights including NIPA Crafternoon and athlete workshops. There’s also a reminder about safeguarding, medication procedures, and how you can help shape the future of our school through the community questionnaire.

Episode 17 - We celebrate our REACH Champions, share the latest on attendance, and update you on new safeguarding guidance. You’ll hear about Gardening Club’s new recruits, a fire drill handled brilliantly, and a tasty Pizza and Pasta special lunch coming up this Friday. We also look forward to the Harvest Festival at St George’s Church, celebrate the return of Crafternoons, and reflect on the success of KS1 cycling sessions with Herts DSF.

Welcome back to the Northfields Podcast! In this episode we share a strong start to the school year, updates on safeguarding and attendance, and celebrate our REACH Champions. Pupils tell us about their Dot Day creativity, and we remind families about uniform, our updated prospectus, and ways to support Nursery and Reception. Keep reaching for the stars! 🌟

Join Mr Dell, Bea and Betsy as they reflect on an unforgettable year at Northfields. From writing their first books to bouncing through the Summer Fair, this episode celebrates our REACH values, pupil achievements, attendance highlights, and summer adventures to come. A joyful send-off to the 2024–25 school year — with plenty of tea, glitter, and laughter along the way!

This fortnight, Mr Dell is joined by Macie, Mason, Codee and Harper for a lively look back at all the fun at Northfields. From showcasing our Bug Barrel at the RHS Garden Festival to celebrating Pride Day and smashing it at the Paralympic Sports Event — there’s plenty to smile about. Plus, a quick attendance update and what’s coming up in the NIPA events calendar. Tune in for laughs, learning and REACH in action!

Join Mr Dell and Year 2 co-host Beatrice as they chat with Louise about the colourful Crafternoon, Lucas about the Father’s Day picnic, and Amelia from Gardening Club—who’s gearing up for a big trip to Hampton Court! Plus, key updates on Walk to School Week, summer fairs, attendance, and a reminder about respectful communication. A cheerful slice of school life, straight from the pupils themselves!

Join Mr Dell and special guest co-host Betsy from Year 2 as they take you through the highlights of the latest Northfields newsletter! From Sports Day sprints to sleepy lemurs at Whipsnade Zoo, Crafternoon creations to Pride Day plans – there’s something for everyone in this feel-good episode.

In this episode, we celebrate our Stars of the Fortnight, hear from Gardening Club about their brilliant bug barrel and foodbank efforts, and take a look back at recent NIPA events including the disco and Crafternoon. There’s also important info on phonics, Sports Day, and what’s coming up next. Tune in for all the latest!

In our tenth episode, Mr Dell shares an attendance update and reflects on the positive start to the Summer Term. We also hear from Reception pupils about the NSPCC PANTS rule, and Gardening Club tell us all about their Ladybird Bug Barrel project for the RHS event at Hampton Court.

In this week’s podcast, we’re wrapping up a brilliant Spring Term with plenty to celebrate. We share some highlights from across the school, including class assemblies, World Book Day, and the ever-popular science fair, plus much more!