This week we launched into the Year of Reading 2026 with an inspiring Picture News assembly all about different ways we can enjoy reading! Our assembly explored how reading isn’t just about books. We talked about how reading happens in so many places and forms:  stories and novels  comics and magazines  poems and songs  in ...

Welcome back, and a very Happy New Year to you all. We hope you had a restful break. Thank you for your understanding regarding the temporary closure this morning. We are pleased to confirm that all arrangements will be back to normal tomorrow. This newsletter includes key dates and reminders for the Spring Term, including PE days by year ...

Many thanks for your understanding in regard to the temporary closure this morning. The issue has now been resolved and school  will be open  from 12.50 on Monday 5 January 2026. We will replicate our normal morning start procedures this afternoon. The side gate will open at 12.50, allowing children to walk into school, just as they do in th ...

Unfortunately, we currently have no running water on site due to a suspected frozen pipe. This means we are unable to provide toilets, drinking water or cooking facilities, and therefore the school is temporarily closed to pupils . We are hopeful that this issue will be resolved and that we may be able to reopen this afternoon; however, at ...

Today, our school was filled with festive cheer as we enjoyed our annual Christmas Lunch in our Christmas jumpers. What a wonderful occasion it was. A huge thank you goes to our Office Team for managing bookings, and to all staff who supported the smooth logistics of the day. With over 150 Christmas lunches served across two sittings, it ...

Today, every child had the opportunity to visit our Christmas Shop and what a success it was. The shop was filled with a lovely range of gifts at pocket-money prices, giving children the chance to choose something special for their families. Some children were even so delighted with their purchases that they went back for a second visit t ...

Year 5 recently enjoyed a day of history, discovery and adventure during their visit to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. The day began with a Mary Rose workshop, led by a specialist, where the children explored fascinating artefacts recovered from the ship. They learned about life on board and had great fun dressing up as different workers f ...

The festive season is well and truly underway at King’s Academy Rowner and our school is sparkling with Christmas cheer. This afternoon, we were delighted to kick off our end-of-term celebrations with Year 4 enjoying their Christmas party. The children had a fantastic time celebrating together, sharing laughter, music and plenty of festiv ...

As part of our recent Be Bright, Be Seen (BBBS) Day, the whole school had the exciting opportunity to take part in a fencing taster session. It was a great experience. Children from every year group were introduced to the basics of fencing, learning essential skills such as balance, coordination, quick decision-making and spatial awarenes ...