Read below to find out more about some of the different activities we have been getting up to; from sporting and musical activities, to visitors and 'wow' days. We are looking forward to helping our children 'explore and grow' further in 2025-26.

• KS2 RLT Athletics

  Fri 12 Jun 2026 M Davis

  Key Stage 2 had a fantastic, if slightly damp time a the RLT KS2 Athletics on Wednesday. This annual event takes place at the Corby Athletics stadium, giving the children the opportunity to run on a real track, jump into a real sand pit and to experience field events on an athletics field. 

   

  Despite the slightly wet conditions, the children all tried their hardest and should be proud of their achievements. Medals were won and sportsmanship was at the forefront of the day. Staff reported great cheering from the stand to encourage people taking part in events and some great examples of determination. It was also lovely to hear how our older children helped the younger children. What a great team!

• Year 5/6 Bikeability

  Mon 08 Jun 2026 M Davis

  A group of our year 5/6 children are now fully qualified to cycle safely on the roads on Rutland! Following two days of training the children completed their Bikeability course using the playground and the roads in and around Exton. As well as learning hand signals and road positioning, the children were also reminded of the importance of ensuring their bike is road worthy and the importance of wearing a helmet to protect their head in case of accident. 

   

  Well done to all those involved and a huge thank you to our instructors!

• RLT KS1 Athletics

  Mon 08 Jun 2026 M Davis

  What a fabulous time the Year 1 and 2 children had at the RLT Athletics on Friday!

   

  This annual event enables the children to experience sporting activities at a proper stadium, allowing them to run on a proper track, jump into a sandpit and throw out into an arena. The children enjoyed their visit to Corby Stadium and were brilliant at supported each other and giving everything a go. It is lovely to be able to bring children together from across the trust to experience sport in a larger venue.

  

• Colourdash 2026

  Fri 22 May 2026 M Davis

  What a great time we had at our Colourdash on the last day of term!

   

  This is the second year that we have done a Colourdash in aid of LCH charity - a local charity that supports children across the Midlands to ensure they have equal access to activities and resources. This includes helping children in our local community. 

   

  The weather was kind to us again this year as the children raced around the course, being liberally doused in coloured powder and running through bubbles too. Thank you to all of our supporters who came and watched through the fence, and to all those who sponsored the children. 

  

• RLT EYFS Multiskills Festival

  Mon 18 May 2026 M Davis

  Aqua class had a fantastic time today at the RLT EYFS Multiskills festival. Our Year 1 children joined our EYFS, and lots of other EYFS children from other RLT schools to explore skills in a range of different sports. Miss Barker and Mrs Wingrove were so proud of you all for joining in and giving everything a go. Well done!

  

• Well done Year 6! - A Testing Time....

  Fri 15 May 2026 M Davis

  Well done to all year 6 children across the country who have been completing their SATs this week. Remember that these tests are just a snapshot, on a single day, of the person you are and who you hope to become. They do not measure all the other wonderful things that make you unique and special.  Remember, you are not a score or a number, but a wonderful individual who can make our world a better place. We have been so proud of how our Year 6 children here at Exton & Greetham have tackled the week - you have all done your best, and should be proud of all that you have achieved. Now that the 'testing time' is over, we can return to what we do best - ensuring that we have fun learning new information and exploring new topics!

  

• RLT Netball Tournament

  Fri 08 May 2026 M Davis

  Well done to our Netball Team, who came 5th in the RLT tournament on Friday. Mrs Ranson reports some great playing and use of space, as well as some well-deserved goals. Lovely to hear that a teacher from another school commented on how lovely Exton children are - polite and kind to each other and to those from other schools. Well done team Exton!

  

• Year 4 Residential

  Wed 22 Apr 2026 M Davis

  Year 4 have had a fantastic start to Term 5 with their residential to Hilltop. Working alongside other schools from RLT, they enjoyed many different activities and were able to make new friends from across the Rutland Learning Trust.  Accompanied by Mrs Redshaw, they had the opportunity to take part in lots of different activities, including archery, a tree top trail, mountain biking, crate stacking and the big zipper.

  Mrs Redshaw was very proud of all the children in their resilience and the ways in which they stepped out of their comfort zone and gave things a go. Not only that, but behaviour was amazing and they even slept well!

   

  Residentials are a great way of encouraging independence and introducing children to activities that they may not otherwise experience. A huge thank you to the schools in the trust who led the organisation of the trip, and to Mrs Redshaw for accompanying the children.

   

  Photos now attached!

  

• Easter in a Day

  Wed 01 Apr 2026 M Davis

  We had an 'egg-cellent' time at our traditional Easter in a Day!

   

  We began by visiting Greetham Church, where Cobalt class led us through the story of Easter Week, interspersed with lusty singing from the school. Through this we were able to share the true story of Easter with friends and families.

   

  We then returned to school for our Easter lunch, and egg-related fun. FOEGS carried out an Easter raffle with lots of amazing prizes.

   

  The afternoon began with our traditional egg-rolling, followed by an egg hunt and egg and spoon races in the school grounds.

  

• Mermaids Versus Pirates

  Tue 31 Mar 2026 M Davis

  What a treat we had at the Teal Class performances! This year the production was 'Mermaids Versus Pirates' where songs, dances and acting led us through the story that found that mermaids and pirates could be friends after all, and even share their skills!

   

  There were some amazing props and costumes, as well as some fantastic confident performances from the children. We have some budding comics, singers and actors in the class this year!

   

  A huge congratulations to everyone who was involved.