Year 5 DT - Meet the Doodlers!
In this week's lesson, Year 5 became design detectives as we met some amazing doodling machines! We explored how these fantastic devices are built and studied the different mechanisms (the moving parts) they use to create their unique, colourful patterns. We analysed how the clever arrangement of motors, levers, and linkages makes each doodler special, preparing Year 5 to design their own creative, moving invention!
Year 3 - Science - The Musculoskeletal System
Year 3 learned all about the incredible musculoskeletal system—the body's scaffolding and engine. We investigated how our muscles and bones work together like a team to help us run, jump, and even just hold a pencil. We identified the main purpose of our skeleton—to support and protect our organs. We looked at different bones like the femur and the skull. We explored how muscles work in pairs to create movement. We tried out actions, like bending our arms, and saw how one muscle contracted (shortened) while the other relaxed (lengthened). This was called antagonistic movement! We participated in a fun activity where we created a simple model of our hand. It was a super interesting lesson, and we all came away knowing so much more about the power and complexity of our own bodies!
Year 5 PSHE - The Compassion Workshop
This week, Year 5 welcomed Tom from Everfi for a special workshop focused on compassion and kindness. As "Be Kind" is one of our key school rules, students could contribute knowledgeably to discussions about practical ways to demonstrate kindness toward others. We completed the interactive workshop online, culminating in an assessment where successful completion earned the children a well-deserved certificate!
Year 3 - P.E. - Golf Skills
This week in P.E., Year 3 transformed into budding golfers! We focused on developing the core skills needed to control the ball on the ground. We learned the correct grip—how to hold the club to ensure a powerful and accurate swing. We practised interlocking our hands and keeping a firm but relaxed hold. We explored the importance of a good stance and positioning ourselves correctly over the ball. We made sure our feet were shoulder-width apart and our knees were slightly bent. We practised the putting swing, focusing on a smooth, controlled motion to send the ball rolling gently toward a target. We talked about keeping our head down and following through with the club.
Reception Maths - One More Within 5
Our Reception class has been getting stuck into some brilliant early number work this week. We’ve been exploring one more within 5, following the White Rose Maths approach. The children worked together in a circle, taking turns to spot numbers on the carpet and find what comes next. Lots of talking, checking, and little moments of “I know it!” along the way. It’s been lovely to see their confidence grow as they begin to recognise small numbers instantly and understand how numbers build. Simple, hands-on activities like this make the idea of “one more” really click for them.
Year 6: Geography - Population
This week year 6 have been learning about how birth and death rates can affect the population of an area. They analysed data shown on a graph for two countries, and thought about other reasons for how and why the population may fluctuate.
Year 6: R.E. - Advent
This week Year 6 have started our advent unit of work. We looked at the significance of the advent period for the Christian faith, and learnt about what each element of an advent wreath represents.
Nursery - Children In Need Day
Nursery class had a fantastic day celebrating Children in Need with a variety of engaging, spotty-themed activities across the provision. We kicked off the fun with a dance session alongside Pudsey Bear, where the children practiced their gross motor skills by copying his movements and challenging themselves to improve their jumping skills on the floor spots. For our fine motor activities, they worked on mark-making by creating spotty Pudsey pictures using dabbers and circle stickers, and they also practiced drawing circles on the blackboards with chalk. To end the day, the children enjoyed a special treat, sitting down together for a focused story time with Pudsey on the interactive screen. The entire day was a huge hit and a wonderful way to teach the children about helping others!
Year 2 - English - Story Maps
Traditional Tales Get a Twist! Year 2 have been busy giving classic stories a fabulous facelift! We've been exploring traditional tales with a twist, proving that sometimes the villains might be nice and the heroes might be naughty! The children used story maps to plan their fantastic ideas: - What if Goldilocks was lovely and the bears were rude? - What if Jack climbed a giant sunflower instead of a beanstalk? - Could an evil wizard have caught Hansel and Gretel instead of a witch? Our amazing authors orally retold their tales and gave brilliant, constructive feedback to their classmates. Now the planning is done, it's time to write! Mrs. Cookson can't wait to read the finished stories at the end of the week.
Year 2 - Maths - Adding two 2-digit numbers
Mastering Two-Digit Addition This week in Maths, Year 2 have been busy developing a key skill: adding two 2-digit numbers together. We have been using Base 10 equipment extensively to support our learning. This practical approach helps the children to clearly understand the value of the tens and ones, which is crucial for building a solid foundation in addition and preparing them for more complex calculations, including 'exchanging' or 'regrouping'. Great work, everyone!
Year 2 - Geography - Human and Physical Features
Geography Walk: Exploring Our Local Area! Year 2 put on their walking shoes this week and became local geography experts! We ventured out into our neighbourhood to identify a variety of human and physical features. The children did a fantastic job distinguishing between natural elements and man-made structures. During our walk, we were able to spot key human features like houses, shops, and speed bumps, alongside physical features such as fields and hills.
Year 4 Maths Times and Divide
Year 4 have been putting their multiplication and division skills to the test this week in our Maths lessons. We have been finding out the different terms and the patterns of numbers, representing these groups of numbers in different ways with a variety of resources. We have also enjoyed using our Chromebooks in our Maths lessons this week!
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