In this week’s Design and Technology lesson, Year 4 put their creativity and practical skills to the test by designing and making their very own sandwiches! Working with a set criteria, the children carefully planned their sandwich creations, thinking about ingredients, flavours, and presentation. Once their...
This week in writing, Year 3 have been working hard on writing their own sets of instructions, inspired by our key text Spud Murphy. The children used their imaginations to design clever and creative traps for the mischievous character, Spud Murphy, and then carefully structured...
In their final science investigation of the term, Year 2 took on an exciting challenge—testing a variety of materials to find out which would be best for making an umbrella. The children explored different properties such as waterproofness, strength, and flexibility as they carefully compared...
Year 1 had an incredibly exciting and successful art lesson this week, where we explored the work of the famous artist Henri Matisse. Using his technique of “painting with scissors,” the children created their very own vibrant collages by cutting out bold shapes and colours...
This week, Reception children have been developing their vocabulary through different activities. In maths, they have been counting and comparing amounts using mathematical language such as ‘more’ and ‘fewer’. They have compared two sets of amounts saying which ‘has more than’ the other. The children in...
This week in Nursery, the children have been full of curiosity about pets and have been asking lots of thoughtful questions about how to look after them. Through engaging discussions and activities, the children have been exploring the different ways we care for pets, from...
This week, Year 6 has been fully immersed in their class reader, Goodnight Mister Tom, during reading lessons. The children are captivated by the story and are especially enjoying the way Tom’s character develops throughout the book. As they explore the themes of friendship, kindness,...
In computing this week, Year 5 have been honing their research skills by practising how to effectively use search engines. The children learned how to refine their search terms, allowing them to find more accurate and relevant information quickly. Through hands-on activities, they explored different...
In geography this week, Year 4 have been exploring the island of St Lucia by analysing satellite images. The children are comparing the landscape, climate, and daily life in St Lucia to their own experiences here in the UK. They have been investigating features such...
Year 3 had a fantastic time visiting the British Museum, where they explored the fascinating history of the Benin Kingdom. The children were excited to learn about the rich cultural heritage of Benin by examining the intricate artefacts on display, including bronze sculptures, plaques, and...