Year 6: English - Active Learning
This week we have been trying to include aspects of active learning during our usual lessons. We used different coloured cones in English to pair up with people we don't usually work with! It was a great strategy to get the students moving, and working with different people.
Year 6: History - The Sikh Empire
This week in history year 6 analysed a variety of sources, to gain a historical perspective of how Ranjit Singh was seen at the time of the Sikh Empire. We spoke about the 5 'Rs' and discussed how reliable different sources may be.
Year 3 - R.E. - Learning About Mother Teresa
Year 3 have been diving deep into Religious Studies this week, exploring how personal faith has the power to change history. The children have been focusing on the life of Mother Teresa, looking closely at how her deep beliefs transformed her from a young teacher into a globally recognised symbol of compassion. Through their lessons, the pupils investigated how her faith gave her the courage to leave her comfortable life behind to serve the poorest communities in Calcutta. The class had some fantastic discussions about how inner convictions can drive people to make a lasting difference in the world, prompting the children to reflect on their own values and how they can show kindness in their daily lives.
Year 3 - English - Using Conjunctions In Complex Sentences
In our latest non-fiction unit, Year 3 students have been exploring the mechanics of grammar to improve the clarity of their reports. The primary focus has been the transition from simple to complex sentences through the use of specific conjunctions.
Year 6: SATs Week
This week has been SATs week, and everyone has worked so hard with fantastic attitudes during the tests and lessons - so we have made sure to add in extra mindfulness sessions.
Year 6: Science - Evolution
This week in Science, year 6 have been learning about evolution. We looked at Charles Darwin's voyage to the Galapagos, and the adaptations he found in local species of finch.
Year 3 - Maths - Finding Change
The Year 3 classroom was transformed into a bustling marketplace this morning as students tackled the practical challenges of money and subtraction. Rather than relying solely on abstract calculations, the class used physical coins and shop items to master the concept of finding change.
Reception- Maths-Copy 2D shape pictures
Reception have been exploring 2D shapes by designing their very own houses. From spotting properties to purposeful construction on their marker boards, the children used their creativity to bring their maths learning to life.
Reception- Literacy - I Wonder?
This week the children have been listening to the story of Handa's Surprise. When the children went to explore the classroom they found a mysterious, large cube placed in the tray. Inside was filled with delicious fruits from our story. The cube opened up many questions to the children and I wonder if questions filled the classroom, I wonder what is inside? I wonder how it tastes and what it looks like in the middle? The children got creative with drawing the fruit that took their interest and wrote captions on what they thought was going to happen, see and possibly taste.
Year 2 - Fluency - Adding 3 Numbers
Year 2 have been sharpening their maths fluency this week by using dice to add three numbers together. The children have been learning to work more efficiently by spotting number bonds or doubles first to make their calculations quicker and easier. After solving a sum, they explained their reasoning to a partner, who then checked the answer and gave feedback. Mrs Cookson was delighted to hear such fantastic mathematical talk and to see the children working so brilliantly together to improve their speed and accuracy!
Year 2 - Colourful Semantics
Year 2 have been making fantastic progress with their writing this term by using Colourful Semantics to build more descriptive sentences. This approach helps the children organise their thoughts by clearly identifying who is in the story, what they are doing, where they are, and when the action is taking place. Mrs Cookson and Miss Mulligan have noticed a huge improvement in the children's work, with their independent writing becoming much more structured, detailed, and confident!
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Small School, Big Achievements: Our Gold School Games Journey Continues!
We are thrilled to announce that for the second year running, we have been awarded the Gold School Games Mark! This government-led accolade recognises our unwavering commitment to providing high-quality, inclusive physical education for every pupil. From the ‘This Girl Can’ festival and tag rugby to multi-sports and 10-pin bowling, we are immensely proud of our diverse PE curriculum and our commitment to local sporting events and competitions. A huge well done to our students and staff for fostering such an active school community—here’s to another year of sporting excellence!
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