Industrial Revolution Studies in Y5
This week in History, Year 5 have been exploring the question: Was the Industrial Revolution popular with everyone? The children examined a range of primary and secondary sources to learn about the Luddites and the Swing Rioters, who protested when new machinery caused job losses. They analysed the evidence carefully, discussed different viewpoints, and considered […]
Y3 POPs Outdoor Session
On Friday, POPs Outdoor Adventure visited Year 3 for a creative session all about Ancient Greece. The children began by using inks to create colourful backgrounds, then added words connected to Athena or Poseidon. Finally, they used stencils to add illustrations of the chosen god or goddess, bringing their designs to life. Well done to […]
Virtual Stories Session in Y5
In Year 5, Class 13 kicked off their World Book Day celebrations this week by joining the online session ‘Global Food Stories with Michael Rosen and friends’. They loved listening to a range of food-themed stories from around the world, including the tale of Anansi the Spider and the Cooking Pot. It was a wonderful […]
Watercolour Art in Y5
Recently, Class 13 have been exploring watercolours as part of their art unit on L.S. Lowry. They have enjoyed experimenting with colour mixing and watching how the paint gently ‘bleeds’ across the paper to create different effects. It has been wonderful to see their creativity develop as they build their skills and confidence with this […]
Chinese New Year Celebrations
In FS1, pupils have been learning all about Chinese New Year. They enjoyed tasting a variety of delicious Chinese foods, made lucky red envelopes with a chocolate coin inside, and took part in an exciting dragon dance. The children had a wonderful time celebrating and learning about this special festival, exploring new traditions and experiences […]
Y2 Science
This afternoon, Year 2 became scientists as they explored the school grounds in search of micro-habitats. Using their excellent observation skills, they carefully looked under logs, in leaf litter, and even on a spider’s web to see what they could discover. They were excited to find a variety of creatures living in different places, including […]
Activities in FS1
This week, FS1 had a wonderful time creating animal homes using a range of different materials. They thought carefully about where animals live and what they need to feel safe, warm, and comfortable. It was fantastic to see their creativity shine, as well as their brilliant teamwork. They have also been retelling a story through […]
Investigating Food Labels in Y5
In Science this week, Year 5 have been investigating food labels. They learned how to read the information on packaging carefully and discussed how labels can help us make healthier choices. The children did a fantastic job identifying key details such as sugar, fat, and salt content, and thinking about how these fit into a […]
Woodland Science in Y2
This week, our young scientists in Year 2 took their learning beyond the classroom with an exciting trip to the woods! They explored different micro-habitats and discovered how a single fallen log or a patch of damp moss can provide a whole ecosystem for local wildlife. The children practised their observation skills, looked closely at […]
Y4 Parkour Session
On Wednesday, 20 of our Year 4 pupils attended a parkour taster session at NovaCity. During the session, they took part in five exciting activities, including bar hangs, speed circuits, and even break dancing. The children had a fantastic time, showing great enthusiasm and energy throughout. Some have already said they would love to go […]
