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17/12/25

🎄✨ The elves have arrived at Freshwaters! ✨🎄 They’re here to lend a helping hand and spread festive cheer in support of our Christmas lunch day. We’re ready for a magical celebration! pic.twitter.com/Mg1358N70r

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16/12/25

🎄 A very special visitor arrived at Freshwaters this week - the Grinch! 🎁 During his visit, he gave free books to all our pupils. Meanwhile, our KS1 children enjoyed a much calmer and equally special experience with Father Christmas 🎅 pic.twitter.com/z9k5N7fa9d

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01/12/25

🚸 Our Year 5 classes got to visit the Imperial War Museum in Duxford. 🪖 During the visit the children visited the different hangers and had the chance to expand their knowledge of both WW1 and WW2 and how this linked to their learning in class. pic.twitter.com/nxNDSPdC8h

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12/11/25

🎉 Last week, we held a very special assembly for the lovely Mrs Masek, who has worked at Freshwaters for 30 years. 🤝 During this time, she has supported many, staff and pupils and has developed some long-term friendships along the way. 💜 Thank you for all you have done! pic.twitter.com/UMm9rYI91r

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23/09/25

OPEN DAYS We're looking forward to welcoming prospective families to view our school on the following dates Thursday 9th October 9:30am - 10:15am Tuesday 14th October 2:00pm - 2:45pm Thursday 16th October 5:15pm - 6:00pm For more information, please contact the school office pic.twitter.com/nNy3x0haX1

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22/09/25

RECEPTION OPEN DAYS We're looking forward to welcoming prospective families to view our school Thursday 9th October 9:30am - 10:15am Tuesday 14th October 2:00pm - 2:45pm Thursday 16th October 5:15pm - 6:00pm For more information, please contact the school office pic.twitter.com/4mRgcIYr2V

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08/07/25

🕯 History week continued as Year 5 pupils got a glimpse into life during the Victorian period. 🇬🇧 The children played traditional games from that era, including: skipping, hoops and blindman’s bluff and learnt the national anthem. pic.twitter.com/yyxM2cvBpT

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07/07/25

🔥 Our year one pupils enjoyed a day experiencing life during the time of The Great Fire of London in 1666 as part of History Week. 🔨 Children learnt how to make various tools from this time period by bringing history to life. pic.twitter.com/IQp7fJzoUX

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23/06/25

🥊Last week, we welcomed international boxer to Freshwaters Primary Academy. 💬 He answered lots of questions from our pupils about his career, boxing challenges, competitions and his titles. pic.twitter.com/zLv7U0Yn3b

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13/06/25

🌼 Members of Staff traded their pens for tools as they volunteered to transform our greenspace into an allotment. 🤝 Together with our partners and members of the local community, we now have a new area where our pupils can learn and enjoy. 📄Read more: https://t.co/fMwVVRvzL7 pic.twitter.com/vQdXYoaiIZ

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10/06/25

🚶🚶‍♀️ Our School Council had the incredible opportunity to visit the Houses of Parliament in London. 🗳️ The visit was both inspiring and educational, giving our pupils a real insight into the heart of British democracy. pic.twitter.com/CMqeVsrVEl

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03/06/25

🍌🍓 Pupils in Reception had an exciting time visiting a supermarket and buying a variety of fruits and vegetables to create their very own salads. 🍍🍇 pic.twitter.com/BMMIfrdS4F

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09/05/25

✌️Pupils came together to commemorate with a special celebration on the school field. 🇬🇧 Dressed proudly in red, white and blue, the children formed a giant "80" to mark the occasion for this historic day. pic.twitter.com/iq2oMJCkxn

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06/05/25

⚽️ Our girls and boys football teams visited Bishops Stortford College for a friendly match. The boys team winning 1-0 and the girls team achieving a 6-0 victory! 🏆 Well done to all the team and a huge thank you to all parents that came along and supported the children. pic.twitter.com/8ITxoa35M5

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29/04/25

🏃 Pupils took part in their first mini-marathon in London. 🏁 After taking their place at the starting line, the runners paced themselves all the way to the finish line. 🎽 Congratulations to all those who took part and for completing the stretch in an impressive time! pic.twitter.com/w4QR04tmsd

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01/04/25

🍎 Our Well-being Ambassadors attended the Healthy Schools Festival. 🧘‍♂️ The children got the opportunity to try activities to see how important it is to take care of our health. ⭐ Pupils were rewarded for celebrating their achievement for mental health and emotional wellbeing. pic.twitter.com/dicXvbOeN0

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24/03/25

🎉 Thank you to everyone who joined in with Red Nose Day last week and supported the fantastic charity, Comic Relief. 🔴 It was great to see so many red noses around the school and we would like to thank al our parents and carers who donated to the charity. pic.twitter.com/xZUlGvxpm9

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20/03/25

🎆 Our nursery pupils got to celebrate the festival of Holi, a significant Hindu celebration of colour, life and the beginning of Spring. 🎨 The children got to enjoy playing with colour throughout the morning and it was lovely to welcome our parents into the school to join us. pic.twitter.com/5Lx3czbGa4

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17/03/25

🇬🇧🪖 We invited 'Portals to the Past' to Freshwaters, who provided our Year 6 pupils with an educational and immersive history experience through a captivating workshop that brought World War Two to life. pic.twitter.com/pARTCKhyFc

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10/03/25

📚 We had an amazing time as part of ⭐️ Pupils and Staff dressed up as their favourite hero or villain and enjoyed a day of reading and investigating different book characters. pic.twitter.com/ACBDsLZ4ZI

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Ms Gema Ballesteros

Ms Gema Ballesteros

Year 4 Teacher, Northern Lights

Senior Mental Health & Wellbeing Lead, Year 4 Class Teacher

My name is Gema Ballesteros, and I am a specialist in EYFS and Primary teaching systems, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Psychopedagogy with a major in Counselling and Guidance. My teaching journey began in 2000 when I was awarded a scholarship to take part in an international exchange programme between the University of Ottawa and the University Complutense of Madrid. Since then, I have taught for over 20 years across EYFS, Primary and university level.

I joined Freshwaters Primary Academy in 2018 as part of the BMAT Educational Group and have taught in different year groups. I am currently a Year 4 teacher in Northern Lights. Alongside my classroom role, I am proud to serve as Senior Mental Health Lead, Wellbeing Lead, Healthy School Lead and Outdoor Learning Programme Leader. Through these roles, I am committed to promoting children’s emotional wellbeing, physical health, environmental awareness and meaningful learning experiences beyond the classroom.

I am passionate about enabling every child to reach their full potential. I have high expectations for all pupils and strongly believe in the power of education to transform life chances for children and their families. Working in multicultural environments has been a privilege, and I truly value being part of the Freshwaters community.

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my son and daughter.

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