Summer Tasters
At the Ash Grove Shops, as a Food Bank we are trying out a whole new raft of activities for the whole community before the summer holidays. Come along, try something out and let us know if you like it!
Wake up Wednesday - Minecraft
The biggest-selling video game of all time! However, even the mighty Minecraft isn’t totally immune to #OnlineSafety risks. Our updated #WakeUpWednesday guide brings trusted adults the lowdown on this established children’s favourite.
Y2 - Pizza Making
On Wednesday, Y2 had a pizza making session with Mellors Catering. The children discussed the nutritional value of the ingredients, and chose a selection of toppings for their pizza.
Y1 Trip to Smithills Farm
Wow! What an amazing day at Smithills Farm. Year 1 have done lots of exciting activities including feeding sheep and alpacas, riding a donkey, stroking chicks and lambs and even going on a very bumpy tractor ride! We've had a great day.
Y1 PE - Outdoor Games
Y1 have been learning about and trying out different outdoor games as part of thir PE topic this half term.
Y2 - Little Zoo
Last week, Gemma from Little Zoo to you visited school with a selection of animals and spoke to the children about their habitats. The children had a wonderful time and learned lots of different facts!
Wake Up Wednesday - Esports
Fleeting fad – or future Olympic event? Professional esports is booming – and can be a lucrative career – but it’s far from free of #OnlineSafety threats. This #WakeUpWednesday, check out our scouting report from the world of esports.
Nursery - PE
This mornings P.E lesson out in the garden, moving our bodies and naming body parts.
Netball
The Netball team played their absolute hearts out tonight at the Darwen Schools final. They won 1 out of the 3 matches against St Edwards, St Paul’s and Sudell. Well done girls! We are all very proud of your efforts!
Wake Up Wednesday - Twitch
If your child knows gaming, they’ll probably know Twitch. It’s a livestreaming community for dedicated gamers – but in among the helpful tips, some #OnlineSafety risks are lurking. Our #WakeUpWednesday guide investigates.
Y6 Church Visit - Eucharist Service
Year 6 had a great time in church this morning learning all about the Eucharist service with Rev Kev. We helped to set up the church, tried the unblessed wafers to see what they taste like, and then stayed for the service - Rev Kev even asked us to help out with a Bible reading! Well done Mark and Amy! And very well done to all the children, your behaviour was wonderful and so respectful, and I was very proud
Wake Up Wednesday - Virtual Reality
Virtually harmless … or a risk in reality? VR is growing fast as a medium for gaming and education, but it’s still far from free of #OnlineSafety threats. Our #WakeUpWednesday guide gives trusted adults the heads up on virtual reality.
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