Image of Nursery - Computing - Exploring Using Torches
15 Sep

Nursery - Computing - Exploring Using Torches

In our computing lesson, the children had a wonderful time exploring with torches. They learned how to turn the torches on and off, which helped them understand the basic concept of control and cause and effect. The children's interests led them in many different directions. Some were fascinated by shining the lights on the roof, walls, and floor, while others enjoyed creating beautiful light displays by placing coloured scarves over the beams. A few children also showed great curiosity by using their torches to make shadows with toys from around the classroom inside a box. They explored how their movements changed the shape and size of the shadows. This hands-on lesson encouraged the children to be creative and independent while developing their understanding of light, darkness, and simple technology.

Image of Year 6 - Communion
11 Sep

Year 6 - Communion

Rev. Kev led a spiritually enriching service at the church, where Year 6 students were able to experience the profound practice of Christian worship. Through his fantastic speaking and shared prayers, the service highlighted the core tenets of the Church of England, fostering a deeper connection to faith and community for the children.

Image of Year 5 Maths - Place Value with Gattegno Charts
11 Sep

Year 5 Maths - Place Value with Gattegno Charts

Year 5 students have been exploring the fascinating world of place value! Using Gattegno charts, they've been busy mastering how numbers change when we add or subtract 10, 100, 1,000, 10,000, or even 100,000. These charts have been a fantastic visual tool, really helping the children grasp the true value of each digit.

Image of Year 5 Science - Separating Mixtures by Sieving
11 Sep

Year 5 Science - Separating Mixtures by Sieving

This term, Year 5 scientists have been exploring the fascinating world of mixtures! This week, we became gold prospectors, using different-sized sieves and colanders to separate a mixture of soil and gold glitter flakes. We discovered that the smaller the holes, the more finely the mixture is separated. It was a hands-on lesson that really helped us understand the principles of separation.

Image of Year 1 - Construction - Places in Darwen
11 Sep

Year 1 - Construction - Places in Darwen

The children used building blocks to create a variety of structures and places in Darwen,. The collage shows different creations, including the Darwen Tower and local houses.

Image of Year 1 - Independent Learning
11 Sep

Year 1 - Independent Learning

We have had an amazing time doing lots of independent learning this week! Children have been using their phonetic knowledge to match words to pictures, have made letters using lego and have been working on letter formation.

Image of Year 2 - Worship - Special Buildings
11 Sep

Year 2 - Worship - Special Buildings

In our Picture News worship, Year 2 explored the idea of special buildings. This led to a wonderful discussion where the children shared a building that is special to them and explained why. One child shared that their local library is important to them because "It's a calm place where I can sit and read for hours. It reminds me that a book can take you anywhere!"

Image of Year 2 - Maths - Partitioning Numbers to 100
11 Sep

Year 2 - Maths - Partitioning Numbers to 100

In maths, Year 2 have been mastering the skill of partitioning numbers up to 100 using part-whole models. This approach helps children to see how a whole number is made up of smaller parts. For example, they can see that the number 42 is made of two parts: 40 (four tens) and 2 (two ones). This activity is building a strong understanding of place value and preparing them for more complex maths.

Image of Nursery - P.E - Exploring The Great Outdoors!
10 Sep

Nursery - P.E - Exploring The Great Outdoors!

Our Nursery class has been busy exploring the outdoor garden! The children had a fantastic time using their big muscles and developing their skills. We saw lots of energy on the climbing equipment, great aim while kicking and throwing balls, and some impressive balancing while riding bikes. The bouncy crates were a huge hit for jumping, and there was fantastic teamwork and creativity as they built tall towers with the reels. The class also used their keen observation skills to make some amazing discoveries, including a soft feather, some intricate spiderwebs, and even tiny eggs nestled on a leaf!

Image of Reception - PE - Finding a Safe Space
10 Sep

Reception - PE - Finding a Safe Space

Reception had their very first PE lesson today and absolutely loved it! They learned about the importance of keeping a safe space and how to move around the hall carefully. Hoops were used to help them picture their own space, and then they explored moving in different ways – jumping, jogging, hopping and walking – before returning to their safe spot.

Image of Year 4 Maths - Partitioning
10 Sep

Year 4 Maths - Partitioning

This week In Maths, Year 4 have been looking at partitioning or splitting up numbers up to 10,000! We have looked at all of the different place values numbers are made up of and how we can make the same number in many different ways.

Image of Year 4 Storytelling Through Art - Art
10 Sep

Year 4 Storytelling Through Art - Art

Year 4 have been introduced to telling stories through their artwork. We have looked at how texture, colour and the actual artwork itself can impact how a story is viewed or perceived. We are looking forward to creating our own stories, using this method.