Year 5 - Computing
In Computing, Year 5 learned how to create character movement for an animation. The children first drew 3D shapes on their whiteboards and then made a sequence of shapes in the Animation app to help create forward motion.
Year 5 - French
In French, Year 5 continued on the topic of food. Having revised vocabulary for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the children then learned how to link times of the day to specific meals. They practised telling the time in French, using phrases such as ‘Three o’ Clock’ and ‘half-past’ and then used written and spoken sentences to describe what they eat at those times.
Science Week - Year 2
This Science Week, we have been thinking about curiosity and asking lots of questions like can you pick up an ice cube without using your hands? With the help of some salt to lower the temperature of the water, we managed it!
Reception: Mother's Day Celebration
We are still smiling after our wonderful Reception Mother’s Day celebration! A huge thank you to all the incredible mums, grandmothers, and special figures who joined us today. We were absolutely thrilled with the turnout—having our school hall filled with so much love made the day truly special. Seeing the joy on the children’s faces as they shared this time with you is exactly why we love what we do. We hope you have a restful and well-deserved Mother’s Day this Sunday. You do so much for everyone else; we hope this weekend is all about celebrating you! A huge thank you to our local author, Collette for visiting and reading a story. Her book can be purchased here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/what-s-that-mummy/c-k-lee/9781035880720 If you enjoyed the book at the Mother's Day Celebration and want to support Collette in another way, reviews are very much appreciated on Waterstones or Amazon, you don't have to purchase the book from them to leave a review. Videos will be posted to Dojo shortly.
Year 3- Class Meeting-If one feeling could follow you around all day like a little helper, which would you choose?
This week, the Year 3 class meeting was led by Archie, with Molly acting as our note-taker. We discussed the question: If one feeling could follow you around like a little helper, which would you choose? The discussion showcased incredible maturity and oracy skills, as students debated the complexities of kindness. Many felt that being kind all the time can leave you vulnerable to bullying. Drawing on our school values and the teachings of Jesus, we spoke about the balance of being a "better person", combining gentleness with the strength to stand up for ourselves. Ultimately, many groups voted for confidence, eager to embrace the bravery needed to tackle new challenges and navigate social situations with a strong, clear voice.
Year 1 Music: Playing Ukuleles
In Music, Year 1 were practising playing ukuleles. They learnt how to tune the strings and take care of the instrument. They also played a simple beat to music.
Reception - PSHE - Looking after our community and the environment.
In our lesson today we looked at the environment and little things we can do to save energy and look after the world around us. We talked about how litter can hurt nature and animals and that if we can recycle our rubbish we can reuse it in the form of a new bottle, or glass or paper. We then had a go at sorting out our rubbish into the correct recycling bins.
Year 1 PE: Rolling
Year 1 practised rolling. They recapped the egg roll, pencil roll and rock and roll. They also learnt the straddle roll. They enjoyed balancing equipment whilst rolling, as well as rolling on equipment. They demonstrated great teamwork and encouragement.
Year 3 Class Worship-Year 3 Explore Robotics and Respect
During our class worship, Year 3 were inspired by a recent news story about humanoid robots performing at China’s Lunar New Year Gala. We used the theme "Beyond the Battery" to explore our Christian value of Respect while discussing how technology is rapidly changing the world around us. During our "Pupil Talk" session, the children were fascinated by how robots could spin, jump, and dance to music. This inspired them to develop some truly innovative ideas for robot jobs in our own lives. They suggested that robots could be designed to help with difficult chores, assist people with disabilities, help them with their homework, give out hugs and teach the children a dance routine. We also took time to think deeper about the difference between a living person and an object made by human hands. Reflecting on Psalm 115, we discussed how technology can mimic the way we move, but it can never replace the unique life that makes every human being special. We talked about how, unlike robots that follow instructions, humans have their own feelings, imaginations, and the ability to show true kindness. To conclude our worship, Archie shared a prayer thanking God for the skills that allow us to build and invent. We asked for the wisdom to use our inventions to treat every person with the dignity and respect they deserve. It was a fantastic session that encouraged the children to look "beyond the battery" at the true value of the people around them.
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Year 6 - British Science Week
As part of British Science Week, Year 6 explored the question: What makes great teamwork? The children took part in a practical challenge where they worked in small groups to control a single pen. Each of the children held a peg, and the pegs were clipped to the pen. Without touching the pen directly, they had to communicate and work together to draw a series of pictures that were given to them. This activity encouraged the children to think about the importance of communication, patience, listening and cooperation. They quickly realised that successful teamwork requires everyone to contribute, share ideas and support one another in order to achieve a common goal. The challenge also showed how scientists and engineers often rely on teamwork and collaboration to solve problems and create solutions.
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Year 4 DT Electrical Posters
In our second DT session we researched a set topic to develop a range of initial details. We decided to choose between The Amazon Rainforest or Roman Britain as we have recently studied both topics. We noted our key findings into fact boxes and a spider diagram and then sketched untold ideas for our electric posters to meet a design criteria.
Netball Club
In our second week of netball club this half term we focused on improving our technical skills, tactical awareness and physical fitness. We did this through playing full games in which children switched positions regularly to establish zones on the netball court. Not long now until the league starts after Easter !