This week we gave out the very first Bodhi Kindness Award, and I got to help give it out. I was wagging my tail a lot because it was very exciting! I was not surprised at all that it went to D in Year 4 though, because she is always really kind.

D always thinks about other people and makes sure everyone feels included. She is a really good friend and she is always helping others if they need it. I see her doing kind things a lot, like checking if people are okay and making sure nobody is left out. If kindness had a smell, I think D would sniff it out straight away!

I think she is the perfect person to get the first kindness award because she shows what being kind looks like every day. If I had a basket of treats, I would definitely give her one. Well done, D! Bodhi

Hello everyone! 🐾

I have been very excited this week because I have been watching all of the preparations for OPAL happening around school. There are lots of interesting things to sniff and look at, and it all looks very exciting. I can’t wait for it to start! I think all of the children have been brilliant at waiting patiently. Waiting is a very special skill (even for a dog!) and it can be quite tricky sometimes. I have been practising waiting too — especially when I have to wait for Tina — and I have discovered that it is not always easy. Sometimes I have to sit very nicely and try not to wiggle too much!

The children have really impressed me with how patient they have been while everything gets ready. You have all shown great selfcontrol — I think you deserve a big wag of approval! 🐕

Here is a photo of me showing how well I have been practising my waiting.Bodhi

Woof woof everyone — it’s me, Bodhi! 🐶

This week something really special made my tail wag even faster! When we went out onto the playground, I was absolutely amazed to see that someone had written my name in chalk right there on the ground — what a lovely surprise! I couldn’t help but give a big happy bark and spend a bit of extra time sniffing it.

I’m also so happy to be back at school after half term — I’ve loved seeing all my friends again, having cuddles, seeing you all on the playground and wishing very hard to be let onto the field! I’ve had lots of fun going on walks, and giving lots of tail wags to everyone I see.

Being back with my school family makes me feel super excited every single day! 🐾✨

Lots of happy paws,Bodhi 🐾

Hello everyone! 🐶

This week I met Kat properly — she’s the one who looks after our website (including my very own section, which has been there for a while now… as it should be!).

I was a little unsure at first and managed two big barks — new people can make me a bit nervous — but I settled down very quickly once I realised she was kind. After that, I was more than happy to enjoy a lovely cuddle. Here’s a photo of us together — I think I look very professional.

And some exciting news… from next half term I’ll be awarding my very own Bodhi Kindness Certificates to children who show real kindness, care and thoughtfulness towards others. I’ll be keeping a close eye out 👀🐾

Love,Bodhi 🐶

Hey Bodhi,

It was lovely to meet you properly! And don’t worry – lots of us get a bit nervous about meeting new people – especially ones called Kat who smell like they have been talking to a cat! 🐈🫢

I think you were a very Good Boy indeed, who does the best snuggly cuddles and has clearly been working hard at remembering kind paws and a gentle mouth.

Hope you have a lovely half term break with lots of good smells to sniff and plenty of carrots!🥕🥕🥕Computer Kat 🐱

Hello everyone! 🐶

This week I had a very exciting visit from my friends Rach and Nici (the big boss!) from the PAWs team. They came to see how I’m getting on and to check out all the progress I’ve been making.

They were really impressed with how happy I am at school and how much I love spending time with all the children. They also noticed how well I’m doing with my loose lead walking — lots of practice paying off!

Rach and Nici had some brilliant ideas too. They thought it would be pawsome to set up a Bodhi postbox, so children can write me letters or draw me pictures. They also suggested starting Bodhi Awards to celebrate kind behaviour, which I think is a fantastic idea — kindness always deserves a wagging tail!

Thanks for being such an amazing school. I feel very lucky to be part of it. 🐾✨

Love,Bodhi

Hi everyone!

This week I absolutely nailed my very first walk outside of school with Dani Rees and, not to brag, but I was a total superstar ⭐ I strutted my stuff on a beautiful loose lead, showing off just how clever I am — Dani was seriously impressed!

I took all the new sights and smells in my stride, head high and tail wagging, like the confident legend I’m becoming. 🐶Bodhi

Woof woof everyone!

It’s me, Bodhi, your four-legged school pal. I’ve been busy this week making the important rounds – checking classrooms for dropped pencils, having cuddles, and helping out with some excellent finding work on the school field. You’ll spot the photo of me lying on my back on this update – that was taken when I was having a well-earned relax after all that sniffing and searching. Finding work really makes my brain tired, so a good roll and a rest were definitely needed!

I’ve been especially proud of how kind and calm everyone has been around me. Remember, gentle voices and slow hands help me do my very best school-dog work. My tail has been wagging non-stop because of all the smiles and kindness I’ve seen.

I can’t wait to be back soon for more learning, sniffing, and lunchtime strolls. Until then, keep being pawsome and looking out for one another.

Big licks and waggy tails,Bodhi

Hello everyone, it’s me, Bodhi! I just wanted to say a huge thank you to our very kind governor and his wife, who went out of their way to collect a lovely free sofa especially for me. It’s pawsitively perfect for relaxing after a busy day of school visits, listening and tail-wagging. When I’m a little calmer and have definitely learnt not to chew books, our KS1 children will be able to use it to sit and read to me — which I’m really looking forward to. Thank you for the kindness and generosity shown… I promise lots of careful listening (and only a little snoozing!). 🐶📚Bodhi

Woof hello everyone! I had a pawsome Christmas break with lots of naps, snacks (quality control is very important) and festive walks. Even so, I couldn’t wag my tail fast enough to come back to school and see my school family — I missed all the fuss!

Over the holidays, I went on a big adventure down to Reading for a huge family occasion with 24 grown-ups and children. That meant 24 chances for tummy rubs, ear scratches and accidentally dropped food (a dog can dream). There were so many smells that my nose is still recovering! I loved being right in the middle of the excitement, but I’m now back at school, ready for learning, listening… and the occasional sneaky nap under a desk. 💤🐾

p.s. Tina didn’t dress me up – it is AI!!!Bodhi

Woof! It’s me, Bodhi,

I just wanted to wag by and say a big hello as we reach the end of a very busy term.

Christmas time in school is very exciting for a dog like me. There have been sparkly decorations to admire, Christmas songs to snooze through (some louder than others), and lots of happy children rushing around.

Now I’m looking forward to the holidays. I have big plans for lie-ins, lots of sleeping, and maybe a long muddy walk or two. Mostly though, I’ll be recharging my paws so I’m ready for more school adventures in the new year.

Thank you for all the smiles, gentle strokes, and kindness this term. I hope you all have a cosy, happy Christmas and a very restful break.Bodhi