King Offa Primary Academy teams up for Bake Off event

King Offa Bake Off Finalists. <i>(Image: Aurora Academies Trust)</i>
King Offa Bake Off Finalists. (Image: Aurora Academies Trust)
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More than 400 cakes were decorated in a Bake Off-inspired event.

The creative baking took place at King Offa Primary Academy, with each design reflecting the pupils’ interpretation of the school’s core value of opportunity.

Imaginative themes such as rainbows, stars and a tree were brought to life.

James Towner, headteacher at King Offa Primary Academy, said: "Our Bake Off was a truly inspiring event, and it was fantastic to see the whole school community get involved.

"Seeing children confidently explain the meaning behind their designs and families work together in the final was incredibly special.

"At King Offa, we are committed to giving every child the opportunity to flourish and this event captured our ambition for pupils to reach for the stars."

One winner from each class and year group went through to a grand final, where pupils teamed up with a family member to bake a traybake together.

The final bakes were judged by members of the school’s Local Academy Board and leaders from the Aurora Academies Trust.

James Freeston, chief executive of Aurora Academies Trust, said: "This is a wonderful example of how schools within Aurora Academies Trust create meaningful opportunities for children to develop both academically and personally.

"By encouraging pupils to reflect on ambition and aspiration in such a creative way, King Offa has really brought our values to life."

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