Year 1 English: Enjoying Traditional Rhymes
Today, we enjoyed a variety of different traditional rhymes. In groups, the children had to look at the clues around the room and sing the traditional rhyme to match. We sang Humpty Dumpty, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Five Little Ducks and Incy Wincy Spider. We noticed that traditional rhymes all have rhyming words, repetition and should be sung. Finally, we annotated Five Little Ducks.
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Year 5 - Science
We continued our topic of Space by exploring why the Moon appears as different shapes and sizes in the night sky. The children revisited core concepts such as how the Earth rotates on its axis and how the Moon orbits the Earth. Combining these ideas with the light from the Sun, the children were able to understand how the different phases of the Moon emerge. We worked in groups to simulate the solar system using torches and table tennis balls, allowing children to see the phases in real time.
Year 1 History: Our Favourite Toys
Today, we started our new topic in History: toys from the past. We started by bringing in our favourite toys from home and comparing these to pictures of old toys such as a ball and cup and wooden rocking horse. We noticed that our toys are mainly plastic and fabric materials. Then, we wrote about our favourite toys and shared them with each other to play together.
Year 3- Science- An Investigation into Igneous Rock Formation
Today, the children stepped into the roles of geologists to explore the fiery origins of igneous rocks. We began by investigating how magma (molten rock) from beneath the Earth's surface transforms into solid rock through cooling and the formation of crystals. The class compared intrusive igneous rocks, which cool slowly underground to form large crystals, with extrusive igneous rocks, which cool rapidly on the surface. To see this in action, we conducted two "delicious" experiments: first, we poured a hot chocolate and coconut oil mixture over ice to mimic the instant cooling of obsidian, resulting in a smooth, glass-like finish. Next, we created "honeycomb" rock by adding bicarbonate of soda to a hot sugar syrup; as the mixture foamily solidified, it trapped gas bubbles inside, perfectly demonstrating the porous, lightweight texture of pumice. Through these hands-on models, the children successfully reported on how temperature and trapped gases dictate the appearance and physical properties of the rocks we see on Earth today.
Year 5 - Growing Our Future
Year 5 visited Jacks Key to contribute to a new micro forest in partnership with Blackburn with Darwen Council and Lancashire County Council Treescapes. Even though the weather was inclement and the ground was muddy, the children embraced the opportunity to get their hands dirty and plant our trees. It was also a great way to support our mental health and wellbeing for Children's Mental Health Week. We cannot wait to see how it grows!
Year 1: Big Winter Wander
We had such a lovely Big Winter Wander today. It really did feel like a Bear Hunt, long wavy grass, thick oozy mud, a deep cold river and even a swirling whirling snowstorm! The children behaved wonderfully and represented the school well. What a brilliant way to end Children's Mental Health Week by getting out in the fresh air! Donations to WWF can be made here: https://socialsync.app/fundraiser/cr-nzymxvnokwdn?currentTab=feed
Year 3-Express Yourself Day!
Today, our school community came together to celebrate Children’s Mental Health Week 2026. This year’s theme, "This is My Place," encouraged our students to embrace self-awareness and explore what makes them unique, a vital step in building the resilience needed to navigate life’s ups and downs. Year 3 proudly wore the tie-dye T-shirts they created in their recent Art lessons. Each shirt was as unique as the student wearing it, perfectly showcasing their vibrant personalities and creative flair.
Year 1 English: Making Sandwiches
In English, we swapped our instructions with a partner and they had to follow the instructions to make the sandwich. Then, they had to rate their partners instructions and check that they had included time conjunctions, imperative verbs and adverbs. Finally, we got to eat them!
WOW Badge Design Year Group Winners Presentation
We are really proud of our WOW badge designs that the children have created for the national walk to school badge competition. The Wellbeing Warriors met last Friday to pick a winner from each class. Today we awarded our WOW Badge Design year group winners with their prizes. We are super proud of their amazing designs and we look forward to hearing if they are selected in the National walk to school design competition.
Year 4 Lead Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week Worship
This morning, Year 4 led a truly inspiring Whole School Worship, centering their message on Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week. It was a colourful and vibrant start to the day, as all the children arrived 'Dressed to Express.' It was wonderful to see the hall filled with different outfits showcasing the children's unique personalities, hidden talents, and favourite colours—a perfect reminder that being ourselves is key to our wellbeing. The children did an amazing job showcasing their oracy skills. They projected their voices clearly and confidently, ensuring their important message was heard by everyone. The other classes were captivated, listening intently as Year 4 explained the vital link between kindness and mental health. They highlighted how simple acts of kindness are not just good for others, but also boost our own happiness and sense of belonging. The class reminded us all that kindness is a superpower that supports a healthy mind and a happy school community. We brought the worship to a close with some beautiful, thoughtful prayers and raised the roof singing along to ‘My Lighthouse.’ A huge thank you to the parents and carers who came along to support the children; your presence made the morning even more special.
Year 5 - Pancakes
Because pancake day (Shrove Tuesday) is during the half term break, we had the great fortune of having early pancakes made for us by the professional bakers from Fruitilicious. The children deserved their treat after helping to plant trees in our new micro forest in Jacks Key. A special thanks to Miss Kachwalla, our Design and Technology leader for organising this treat!
Year 6 - Pancake Visit
A huge thank you to Miss Kachwalla, our Design and Technology leader, and Fruiticious Fountains for the delicious pancakes provided for Year 6. The children thoroughly enjoyed this special treat, which was a wonderful surprise and greatly appreciated by everyone. We also had the opportunity to learn about professional baking. As Shrove Tuesday falls during the school holidays, we enjoyed our pancakes early!