Year 6: English - Creative Writing
This week in English, year 6 have been responding to the Literacy Shed clip 'The Eye of the Storm'. They have written descriptions of the setting and characters, and are working on integrating action, dialogue and description - which have showcased great creativity so far!
Year 6: Communion
This week year 6 have attended communion. Some children read their prayers of thanks, and bible verses in front of the congregation. It was their last communion of their journey at Darwen St James, and we made the most of it!
Year 4 Maths - Different types of angles
This week, Year 4 have been learning about the different types of angles during our Maths lessons. We have demonstrated our knowledge in angle quizzes, drawn different types of angles and even danced and sang along with angle songs and an angle rap!
Year 2 - Geography - Compass Points
Year 2 are finding their bearings! This term, we are diving into our new topic all about life on the coast. We started by mapping out the seas and oceans surrounding the UK, using compass points to describe their locations. To help us master this tricky new skill, we took our geography lesson out onto the playground! The children did a brilliant job directing their peers using clear compass instructions (like "go North 5 steps!"). Check out our fantastic photo collage to see our teamwork and outdoor learning in action! #PrimaryGeography #OutdoorLearning #Year2
Year 2 - Maths - Adding and Subtracting
Maths Masters in Year 2! In the run-up to assessment week, we have been busy recapping our addition and subtraction strategies. Working in pairs, the children took turns rolling dice to generate their own two-digit numbers to add and subtract. To support our thinking and prove our answers, we drew Base 10 alongside our calculations. It was fantastic to see such brilliant teamwork and mathematical discussion across the classroom.
Year 1 - Computing - To Know What Technology is Around School
Our Year 1 pupils have been brilliant tech detectives in their Computing lessons this week. Using Purple Mash, the children have been exploring how technology works, learning to identify various electronics and digital devices right here in our school. They took a walk around the building to spot everything from interactive screens and laptops to everyday digital tools that help our school run smoothly. It is fantastic to see our youngest learners developing their digital literacy and understanding how technology connects to the world around them. #Computing #Year1 #PurpleMash #PrimaryTech #DarwenStJames
Nursery/Pre-School-P.S.H.E- Growing And Changing In Nature-Flower Bracelets
In P.S.H.E this week, our children have been exploring the great outdoors to look at how the natural environment grows and changes throughout the seasons. To bring our "Growing and Changing" theme to life, the children created their very own nature bracelets. This simple, sensory activity involved wrapping a piece of masking tape around their wrists with the sticky side facing out, allowing them to collect interesting natural objects as they explored. The children were absolutely thrilled with the results, and it was a fantastic, creative way to connect with nature and appreciate the changing world around us.
Year 3 - PSHE - Thinking About Our Relationships
Year 3 have been growing their understanding of healthy connections in PSHE by creating Relationship Trees. The children used roots to represent the people in their lives, branches for how we maintain connections, and green leaves for positive qualities. They also considered brown leaves to identify behaviours that can spoil a relationship. Some fantastic, mature discussions from our young learners today.
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Year 3 - R.E - What Does Prayer Look Like To You?
Our Year 3 class had an incredibly moving RE session this week using LEGO Serious Play kits. We asked the children a big question: "What does prayer look like to you?" The creativity in the room was absolutely inspiring. From quiet spaces of reflection to bridges connecting people together, the children built some truly wonderful pieces. What blew us away even more were the deep, thoughtful conversations that happened around the tables as they explained their models. It is amazing what children can express when they have the right tools to build their ideas.
Nursery And Pre-School - Maths - Using Positional Language
This week, our Nursery and Pre-School children focused on developing their understanding of positional language during their mathematics lesson. The session began at the maths table, where the children used coloured bears and small tubs to explore spatial concepts. Using visual picture references as a guide, the children practiced placing their bears in various positions around the tubs, such as inside, next to, or behind. They were then encouraged to name the position of their bear, either speaking independently or repeating their teacher. Following this structured practice, the children took their learning into the wider classroom environment. They independently tested their new knowledge within the continuous provision areas, applying the positional vocabulary to everyday, familiar toys. This hands-on session successfully boosted the children's confidence in both understanding and using mathematical language during play.
Year 1 - Geography - Identifying Human and Physical Features
Today, our Year 1 adventurers kicked off their brand-new Geography topic: What is it like to live in Shanghai? To start our learning, we went on a local walk to hunt for human and physical features in our school's neighbourhood. The children did a fantastic job spotting everything from trees and grass (physical) to fences, roads, and buildings (human)! Next week, we will be using our brilliant fieldwork notes to create our very own maps before we start comparing our local area to the bustling city of Shanghai! A huge well done to Year 1 for their excellent behaviour and sharp eyes today. Check out some photos from our busy afternoon! #Year1 #PrimaryGeography #Fieldwork #LocalArea #SchoolCommunity
New Active Uniform!
We are thrilled to announce a fresh, modern update to our school uniform policy starting this coming September. After careful consideration and from feedback from the parental questionnaire, we are transitioning to a full active uniform. This change is designed to simplify your mornings, reduce overall costs, and—most importantly—ensure our pupils are ready for movement, play, and learning every single day. The active uniform replaces the traditional split between formal wear and PE kits. By moving to a single, versatile wardrobe, we aim to provide: ● Increased Physical Activity: pupils can jump straight into sports or active play without the need for changing breaks. ● Cost-Effectiveness: One set of clothes for the whole week means fewer items to purchase. ● Comfort and Focus: High-quality, flexible clothing helps students stay comfortable and focused on their studies. A Special Note for Year 6: To celebrate their final year, Year 6 pupils will not require the half-zip red top. Instead, they will be provided with their Leavers Hoodies to wear as their outer layer throughout the entire academic year! We also have some exciting news regarding our school identity! We are hoping to update the school badge this year, which means the branding on the new uniform items may change as we roll out the fresh design. Because of this—and to support our families—we are treating the 2026-2027 academic year as a transition year. If you have old uniform items that you still need to use, it is perfectly fine for your child to wear them during this first year. There is no pressure to buy the new badged items immediately if your current ones still fit. We want to ensure that no clothing goes to waste and that the move to the Active Uniform is as stress-free as possible for your budget. Our badged items (the half-zip sports tops and badged T-shirts, along with black track pants and shorts) are available on our official uniform website as usual. All other items, such as plain black bottoms and trainers, can be sourced from any retailer of your choice, provided they meet the no branding requirement. We truly believe this shift will foster a more energetic and inclusive environment for our children.
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