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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:46:46 GMT</pubDate>
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		<item>	<title><![CDATA[ Break the rules day ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2079</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm">Today was our annual Break the Rules Day and the children had a great time showcasing their funky hairstyles, amazing outfits and eating their usually forbidden snacks in class or on the playground! We even struggled to recognise some children who had come in wearing face paints and costumes!</p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:46:46 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Easter Egg Competition ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2078</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Our Easter Egg Competition brought plenty of creativity to school, with 12 talented winners showcasing their beautifully designed eggs. They were delighted to take home their Easter prizes today!</p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:21:13 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Stars celebration assembly – Spring 2 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2075</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Big congratulations to our fantastic Year 3 pupils who have been awarded stars for consistently showing our five core values: resilience, respect, creativity, independence, and inspiration.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>We are incredibly proud of the effort you put in each day, the positive choices you make, and the way you embody our school values. Keep up the amazing work, Year 3 &mdash; you&rsquo;re doing brilliantly!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start">&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:39:47 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Celebrating our young musicians’ success ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2061</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p class="isselectedend" style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm">On Tuesday, our peripatetic violin and cello students had the exciting opportunity to perform in front of a large audience in a professional setting, in line with the aims of the <strong>National Plan for Music Education</strong>.</p>

<p class="isselectedend" style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm">Our violinists and cellists did an amazing job. They were all brilliant, performing and speaking with confidence on stage. One group was even recognised with an <strong>Enthusiasm Award</strong>, highlighting their positive attitude and dedication.</p>

<p class="isselectedend" style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm">This achievement is especially inspiring, as these students balance lessons during the school day with regular practice at home, showing real commitment to progressing to the next level of their musical journey.</p>

<p class="isselectedend" style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm">We are incredibly proud of their hard work and determination and look forward to seeing their continued growth.</p>

<p class="isselectedend" style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm">For any parents interested in signing their child up for music lessons, please do not hesitate to get in touch with <strong>MK Music Coop</strong>&nbsp;by clicking <a href="https://mkmusiccoop.com">here</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm">Well done to all our talented young musicians!</p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 5 Mar 2026 10:20:15 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ A fantastic evening at Young Voices at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2059</link>	<description><![CDATA[]]></description>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 3 Mar 2026 20:35:11 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Whole school science day ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2057</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Whole School Science Day Sparks Curiosity Across All Year Groups</strong></p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:17:13 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Stars celebration assembly - Spring 1 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2049</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>A huge well done to our wonderful Year 3 pupils who have earned stars for consistently demonstrating our five core values: resilience, respect, creativity, independence, and inspiration.</p>

<p>We are so proud of your daily effort, positive attitude, and the way you live out our school values. Keep shining, Year 3 &mdash; you are doing an amazing job!</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:41:18 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Year 5/6 Writing Assembly - Spring 1 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2041</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Mrs Woodards and Mrs Solloway were excited to celebrate some fantastic writing this week in our first spring celebration.&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:56:22 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ PSHE enrichment: Supporting St Mark’s Meals ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2029</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm">As part of our PSHE enrichment this term, eight children from Years 4 and 5 had the wonderful opportunity to visit <strong><span>St Mark&rsquo;s Meals</span></strong><strong> </strong>who are<strong> </strong>a local charity that provides meal boxes for families who may need a little extra support. During the visit, the children learned about the charity&rsquo;s mission and the important role it plays within our community.</p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:50:16 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Stars celebration assembly – Autumn 2 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2023</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>A big congratulations to our fantastic Year 3 pupils who have been awarded stars for consistently showing our five core values: resilience, respect, creativity, independence, and inspiration.</p>

<p>We are incredibly proud of the effort you put in each day, the positive choices you make, and the way you embody our school values. Keep up the amazing work, Year 3 &mdash; you&rsquo;re doing brilliantly!</p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:01:29 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Christingle ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2017</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>In the spirit of the festive season, our pupils spent time exploring a much-loved tradition that encouraged both creativity and thoughtful discussion.</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2025 19:00:53 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Year 5 Autumn 2 Writing Celebration Assembly ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2012</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Some of the wonderful writing that has been taking place in Year 5 this half term.</p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:29:53 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Christmas Giving Tree – Donations Open Until Friday 5th December! ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=2009</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Our School Council had a wonderful time at lunchtime today decorating our Christmas Giving Tree. The children threw themselves into the festive spirit, and we&rsquo;re sure you&rsquo;ll agree that the tree looks absolutely brilliant!</p>

<p>As we enter this season of kindness and community, we&rsquo;d love your support with our Christmas Giving appeal. We are collecting gift donations for children aged 0&ndash;18, with a special focus on teenagers, who are often the most overlooked at this time of year.</p>

<p>Donations can be brought into school from now until&nbsp;Friday 5th December. These will then be delivered to the local Children&rsquo;s Centre on&nbsp;Monday 8th December.</p>

<p>What can you donate?<br />
Items could include toys, books, scarves, hats, gloves, toiletries and other small gifts (please avoid anything battery operated). All items should be new or in &ldquo;as new&rdquo; condition. We are also collecting wrapping paper, gift tags and tape.</p>

<p>Please note that gifts should&nbsp;not&nbsp;be wrapped, as this allows parents to choose the most suitable items for their children.</p>

<p>Your generosity will make a real difference to local families this Christmas, and we are incredibly grateful for your support of this meaningful cause.</p>

<p>Thank you for helping us spread some festive cheer!&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:30:30 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Stars celebration assembly - Autumn 1 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1993</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>A huge well done to our wonderful Year 3 pupils who have earned stars for consistently demonstrating our five core values &mdash; resilience, respect, creativity, independence, and inspiration.</p>

<p>We are so proud of your hard work, positive attitude, and commitment to living our school values every day. Keep shining brightly, Year 3!&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:51:51 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Writing Celebrations ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1987</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Well done to all those children who have received house tokens for their creative writing this week.</p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:42:34 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Bronze impact award winner ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1965</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p><em>&quot;<span>Many thanks for your entry to this year&rsquo;s Picture&nbsp;News&nbsp;Impact&nbsp;Awards 2025. We&rsquo;ve had the pleasure of reading through your application, and we are delighted to&nbsp;award Loughton School a BRONZE award!</span></em></p>

<p style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm"><em><span>We loved seeing the varying ways you have worked towards sustainability within your school and the local community. It was brilliant to hear the children were involved in the planning and implementation of the project and the&nbsp;&#39;break the rules day&#39; sounded like a lot of fun!&nbsp;</span></em></p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2025 10:46:29 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Stars celebration assembly -Summer 2 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1961</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

<p>Congratulations to our wonderful Year 3 pupils, who have earned stars for consistently demonstrating our five core values: resilience, respect, creativity, independence and inspiration.</p>

<p>We&rsquo;re incredibly proud of your hard work and commitment &mdash; keep shining!</p>



<p><img alt="" height="900" src="/_site/data/files/images/auto_upload/news-story/1961/182A61357911895D8BCEB4AFFCE64980.jpg" title="" width="1200" /></p>

<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Congratulations to our fantastic Year 4 pupils who have earned stars for consistently demonstrating our five core values: resilience, respect, creativity, independence, and inspiration.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>We&rsquo;re so proud of your hard work and dedication &mdash; keep shining!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

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<p style="margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; text-align:start"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 20:10:22 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Summer Term Writing Enrichment ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1960</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Today, sixteen of our young writers gathered together to find out what makes a home for us all. We read a lovely book by Joe Todd-Stanton called &quot;The Comet&quot; which told the story of Nyla who has to leave her home in the country for a city high-rise when her dad needs to find work.</p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:35:28 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ LS News visits the allotments ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1952</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>This article has been written by members of the LS News reporting team.&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 2 Jul 2025 14:33:02 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Writing Assembly - Years 3 & 4 (Summer 2) ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1951</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Well done to our year 3 &amp; 4 writers!</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:38:51 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Court yard renovations ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1943</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>We are thrilled to share an exciting update on the School Council Courtyard Renovation!&nbsp;The transformation has been completed, and our students have been actively involved&nbsp;in shaping this space into something truly special.&nbsp;</p>

<p><img alt="" height="484" src="/_site/data/files/images/auto_upload/news-story/1943/21C03E84EE1B6F3F8FAB4431938367AA.png" title="" width="962" /></p>

<p><img alt="" height="334" src="/_site/data/files/images/auto_upload/news-story/1943/CC72C926C6A4A4C88B5AD7890A068002.jpeg" title="" width="1004" /></p>

<p>From fruit trees to nurture, a stage area for performances&nbsp;and even a beach-inspired space, the courtyard has become a vibrant hub designed for exploration,&nbsp;relaxation, and connection. It&rsquo;s been a joy to see children making the most of the&nbsp;space during lunchtimes and relaxation breaks&mdash;whether they&rsquo;re enjoying imaginative&nbsp;play on the stage, engaging in games, or simply soaking up the calm of the beach area. &nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the standout features has been the fishpond, which has captured the children&#39;s&nbsp;curiosity as they excitedly try to spot each fish darting beneath the surface.&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2025 14:29:44 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Stars celebration assembly - Summer 1 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1929</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Congratulations to our brilliant Year 4 pupils who have earned stars for demonstrating our 5-star values: being resilient, respectful, creative, independent and inspiring!</p>

<p>We&rsquo;re incredibly proud of your efforts &ndash; keep it up!</p>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 10:49:17 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Year 3 & 4 Writing Assembly - Summer 1 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1924</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Another proud moment for some of our best writers in year 3 &amp; 4 as we celebrated this half term&#39;s awesome creations!</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 16:07:02 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Stars celebration assembly - Spring 2 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1907</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Well done to all Year 3 students who earned stars for demonstrating one of our 5-star values: resilient, respectful, creative, independent and&nbsp;inspiring!</p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 2 Apr 2025 15:55:43 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Writing Assembly - Spring 2 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1905</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Well done to all the children who were chosen by their teachers to have their work displayed in the writing corridor this half term. Mrs Woodards and Mrs Solloway were thrilled to present them all with house tokens in our special Writing Assembly.</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 16:27:37 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Happy Holi! ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1898</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Happy Holi!</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 15 Mar 2025 09:58:49 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Primary School String Festival ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1888</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Musicians from Loughton School performed this week at the Milton Keynes Primary School String Festival.</p>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 4 Mar 2025 14:11:11 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Whole School Science Day ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1884</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm">Today, the children at Loughton School have engaged in a &lsquo;whole school science day&rsquo; to celebrate everything that is science!</p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:42:34 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Stars celebration assembly - Spring 1 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1883</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>A big well done to all Year 3 students who earned stars for demonstrating one of our 5-star values: resilient, respectful, creative, independent and&nbsp;inspiring!</p>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 23:10:13 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Celebrating our Wonderful Writers! ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1875</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Congratulations to this half term&#39;s wonderful creative writers who Mrs Solloway and Mrs Woodards celebrated this morning in our special Writing Assembly.&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 3 Feb 2025 13:01:35 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ "Development school of the year" award ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1870</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>At the Milton Keynes Sports Award for 2024, Loughton School were presented with the &quot;development school of the year&quot; award for our efforts last year.</p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2025 10:26:41 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1869</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>We&#39;re so proud of our published writers!&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 10:50:53 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1868</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Children across the school came together to take part in the first of many curriculum enrichment sessions for this term. After a quick discussion about Geography and a look through their work, which they were very proud to show off, they took part in a map symbols matching activity.&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:58:51 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1867</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>On Friday 24<sup>th</sup>&nbsp;January, we had our first RE enrichment of the year where the children who attended helped Miss Hawkes to uncover what &quot;believing, belonging and behaving&quot; meant to them.</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:58:01 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1854</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>The children have created some stunning decorations for our tree!</p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:02:59 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1841</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm">Well done to these year 5 and&nbsp;6 children who were celebrated this week in our writing celebration assembly and now have their work on display in the writing corridor.</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 19:28:51 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1839</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Congratulations to these amazing writers who now have their work displayed in our writing corridor.</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:59:33 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Stars celebration assembly - Autumn 1 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1824</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Well done to all the Year 3 children, who started recently and have achieved&nbsp;stars for&nbsp;demonstrating their understanding of one of our 5-star values:&nbsp;<em>resilient, respectful, creative, independent or inspiring.</em></p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:13:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1820</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Mrs Solloway and Mrs Woodards celebrated our excellent writers in our first writing assembly of the new school year.&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 11:33:20 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Open Days for prospective parents. ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1807</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Please come and spend time getting to know the Loughton family.</p>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:58:54 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1806</link>	<description><![CDATA[]]></description>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:14:50 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1790</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>We are delighted to announce that we have achieved the School Games Mark&nbsp;Gold&nbsp;Award for the 2023/24 academic year!</p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2024 20:08:23 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Picture News Impact Award ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1781</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p class="x" style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm; text-align:justify"><u>Our Project</u></p>

<p class="x" style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm; text-align:justify">To work with the local community to improve biodiversity within school and the local area</p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2024 20:04:52 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1788</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Well done to the latest award winners at&nbsp;our FINAL stars celebration assembly of the year! This was to celebrate those children who have consistently demonstrated one of our 5 star values throughout the half-term:&nbsp;<em>resilient, respectful, creative, independent or inspiring.</em></p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2024 19:56:46 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1787</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>What an absolutely fantastic day we had at the Loughton School Music Festival on Friday 28th June! The air was filled with melodies as talented musicians showcased their skills on trumpets, keyboards, guitars, violins, cellos, and in the choir. It was a delightful mix of solo performances and ensemble pieces that truly captivated the audience.</p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2024 11:10:16 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1782</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Today was our opportunity to celebrate the fabulous writers we have here at&nbsp;Loughton School!</p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 4 Jul 2024 11:05:35 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Loughton Scarecrow Trail 2024 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1775</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>We have been working hard on our creation this week and hope you have a chance to see this year&#39;s entry in the Loughton Scarecrow trail&nbsp;when you are walking around Loughton over the next couple of weeks.&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:59:07 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1770</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>This afternoon, some children from across the school came together to solve a maths problem. We explored different ways of calculating the height of a diseased tree within the school grounds to ensure when chopping it at the base it didn&rsquo;t hit the school. The children were very creative with their suggestions and we found two different methods to estimate the height of the tree.</p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:22:09 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1764</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Today we were visited by Zoe and Paula&nbsp;from Loughton and Great Holm&#39;s parish council. They came to meet some of our year 5 children to discuss the importance of D-day as Thursday 6 June marks 80 years since D-day (the beginning of the end) of WWII. As part of their visit, they gifted Loughton School&nbsp;an anniversary lamp of peace which was lit during our assembly and reflection time. The reason this lamp was gifted is to represent the light of peace that emerged from the darkness of war.</p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jun 2024 12:15:13 GMT</pubDate>
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	<link>https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/news/?pid=17&amp;nid=3&amp;storyid=1763</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>What a buzz there was around the school the first day back after the May half term. The whole school, all children and staff, became scientists as part of a science day experience. This was to enhance their scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics.</p>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 4 Jun 2024 18:46:11 GMT</pubDate>
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