Year 2 - RE - Jesus Heals the Blind Man
This week in RE, Year 2 have been learning the story of Jesus healing the blind man. We explored the miracle of how Jesus restored the man's sight and discussed why this caused a stir with the Pharisees. We talked about how the Pharisees were cross because Jesus had performed the healing on the Sabbath, which was meant to be a strict day of rest. To help us understand the story better, we used blindfolds to experience what it might be like to lose our sense of sight. This helped the children reflect on how the man might have felt before he met Jesus and why the miracle was so life-changing. The children showed wonderful empathy and had some very thoughtful discussions about kindness and following rules.
Nursery / Pre-School - R.E - Palm Sunday, Walking In Jesus' Steps
This week, the children in Nursery and Preschool continued their exploration of the Easter story by focusing on the events of Palm Sunday. To help the children understand the journey Jesus made into Jerusalem, we participated in a sensory barefoot nature walk. The children were encouraged to take off their shoes and socks to experience the different textures of the ground, just as Jesus would have done on his biblical journey. They showed great bravery and curiosity as they stepped over crunchy leaves, prickly sticks, soft grass, and bumpy pebbles. This hands-on sensory experience allowed the children to connect physically with the story, prompting discussions about how the ground felt and how tired Jesus’ feet might have been. As the children navigated the path, we retold the story of Palm Sunday together. We spoke about the crowds cheering and the people laying down palm leaves to make a path. This active retelling while walking helped to solidify the children's knowledge of the sequence of events, making the story feel "real" to them through their own physical actions. It was a wonderful way to combine physical development with a deeper understanding of kindness, journeys, and the significance of the Easter season.
Year 5 RE - How Does Art Show God's Victory at Easter?
Year 5’s RE took an expressive, arty turn this week! We have been deeply engaged in studying a collection of powerful religious paintings, focusing on how artists convey the profound theme of God’s victory at Easter. The children expertly analysed the artwork, discussing how elements like colour, line, light, and shape are intentionally used to depict the emotion and impact of the resurrection. Inspired by our studies, the class then channelled their learning into creating their own stunning abstract art paintings, capturing their interpretation of the Easter victory. The results are truly remarkable and show fantastic depth of thought.
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Year 2 RE: The Bread and Wine as Easter Symbols
Year 2 had an amazing RE lesson as we explored the story of The Last Supper. We were delighted to welcome Rev Kev, who listened to us retell the events of Holy Thursday. Together, we shared bread and water, reflecting on the significance of the meal and looking at the story through the eyes of the different disciples. It was an incredible way to showcase our RE knowledge and delve deeper into some big questions!
Nursery/Pre-School - R.E - Kind Hands And Caring Hearts
This week, the children in Nursery and Preschool have been exploring the Easter story. We focused on the scene before the Last Supper, where Jesus washed his disciples' feet. To help the children understand this story, we watched a short cartoon video that showed how Jesus cared for his friends. Inspired by the video, the children had the opportunity to act out this act of service themselves. After taking off their shoes and socks, they used wet wipes to carefully clean their own feet, just as they had seen in the story. Following the activity, we sat together to talk about the meaning behind this story. We discussed how even though Jesus was a very special man, he still chose to help people and treat others with kindness. We linked this back to our own classroom values, reminding the children that at nursery, we always use our kind hands and kind words. We spoke about our mantra, sharing is caring, and how we look after all of our friends to make sure everyone is happy and included in our play.
Year 5 - R.E. Mind Mapping Ideas about Victory
Beyond the Trophy: Exploring ‘Victory’ in R.E. This week, Year 5 kicked off their moving new R.E. topic by diving deep into the concept of ‘Victory’ and its significance within the Easter story. The lesson began with a high-energy collaborative mind-mapping session. Each group worked like a well-oiled machine, featuring a Scribe to capture thoughts, a Reporter to ‘magpie’ brilliant ideas from around the room, and a Spokesperson to present their findings to the class. It was wonderful to see such a wide range of interpretations, from sporting triumphs to quiet moments of personal success. We then shifted our focus to the wisdom of Nelson Mandela, exploring two of his famous quotes about victory being rooted in perseverance and learning from mistakes. To show their thinking, the children ‘voted with their feet’, physically moving to the quote that resonated with them most. The room then buzzed with debate as each group tried to persuade the other to switch sides, using powerful arguments to explain why their chosen quote held the strongest message. What a fantastic start to the term! Our pupils are already showing great maturity in how they reflect on the theological and personal meanings of victory.
Nursery/Pre-School-Chinese New Year
This week in Nursery/Pre-School we have been celebrating Chinese New Year- The year of the horse. The children have really engaged in our chinese restaurant, cooking up some lovely chinese food from our chinese menus. The children have been learning new fine motor skills to help them when using the chopsticks to pick up the chinese foods. Children have also enjoyed creating and decorating chinese lanterns which are on display around our environment.
Year 5 Holy Communion Service
Year 5 Visit St James’ Church for Holy Communion On Tuesday morning, Year 5 visited our church for a special Holy Communion service. It was a wonderful opportunity for the class to gather in worship and reflection. During the service, we were incredibly proud of one of our brave class members who stood at the front to read from the Bible, specifically Exodus 35:21-22. Inspired by the teachings of Paul to the Corinthians—that God loves a cheerful giver—the children also shared heart-felt prayers they had written themselves about the importance of giving cheerfully. It was a moving morning for everyone involved, showcasing the class’s growing confidence and their thoughtful contributions to our church community.
Year 2 R.E. - Can You Find Features of a Mosque and a Synagogue?
Our Year 2 explorers went on a scavenger hunt this week to discover the beautiful features of a Mosque and a Synagogue. Working in teams, the children raced to find clues hidden around the classroom, matching descriptions to pictures of important features. From the tall minarets of a mosque to the Ark within a synagogue, our learners showed fantastic teamwork and curiosity. It was wonderful to see the children discussing how these special buildings are similar or different to our church that we visited last week. Well done, Year 2! #Year2RE #CuriousLearners #Teamwork #RespectAndUnderstanding #SchoolScavengerHunt
Year 2 - RE - Exploring Our Church
What makes a building truly special to a community? This week, Year 2 moved their RE lesson beyond the classroom for a visit to the local church to speak with Reverend Kev. The children explored the unique features of the building, discovering the importance of the pulpit, the cross, and the special box used to store the chalice and paten. They were fascinated to see the small wooden box containing the numbers for the hymns and were particularly amazed to look through original parish magazines dating all the way back to 1906. It was a wonderful opportunity for the pupils to learn about the history and sacred objects that make the church such a significant place for so many people. #ReligiousEducation #Year2 #LearningOutsideTheClassroom #Community #PrimaryEducation #RE
Year 1 - RE - Baptism
Year 1 turned our classroom into a church today! To help us understand the signs and symbols of a Christian baptism, we held our very own ceremony using a doll. ????✨The children took turns playing different roles, including the parents and godparents. It was a wonderful way to explore the theme of 'Belonging' together! ????️???? #Year1 #RELessons #RolePlay #LearningThroughPlay
Year 1 - RE - Baptism
Year 1 turned our classroom into a church today! To help us understand the signs and symbols of a Christian baptism, we held our very own ceremony using a doll. The children took turns playing different roles, including the parents and godparents. It was a wonderful way to explore the theme of 'Belonging' together! #Year1 #RELessons #LearningThroughPlay
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