Year 2 - The Flusher and Titanic
One of the most nerve racking slides… THE FLUSHER! A sheer vertical drop onto the slide below. Lots of our children showed bravery and courage pushing themselves to have a go. After the first time, they wanted to keep going. Only one of the teachers was brave enough.
Year 2 - More fun at Crocky Trail
As well as the main slides and rides, there was an abundance of other activities for the children to get involved with. Penalty shootouts, basketball hoops, sniperdomes, volley goal, inflatable bulls, cricket games and much more!
Year 2 - The Sniperdome and Flying Saucer
The children had the opportunity to test their accuracy in the Sniperdome and they each had their own gun to shoot tennis balls at targets. The children also tried to keep their balance and reach the ball above the flying saucer.
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Year 3 - VE 80 Great Big Live Assembly
Yesterday, Year 3 looked at a presentation that helped the children understand the lead-up to the Second World War. We reflected on the reasons for the World War and the devastation it caused. We recognised how the war ended after six years and listened to a man named Alan, who shared his personal memories of the War. We then discussed our own perspectives and why it is important to remember those who sacrificed their lives. Finally we ended the session with a quiz to test our knowledge about what we learned. Today, the children joined a special "Great Big Live Assembly" commemorating Victory in Europe Day (VE Day). This significant historical event, observed on May 8th, 1945, marked the end of World War II in Europe, bringing immense relief and joyous celebrations after years of conflict. The assembly helped our young learners understand the importance of this day, exploring why it was celebrated with street parties and flags, and underscoring the themes of peace, hope, and the resilience of those who lived through the war. By learning about VE Day, Year 3 gained a valuable insight into the past and the importance of remembering history to build a more peaceful future.
Year 3 - Science- How is water transported through plants?
This afternoon, Year 3 scientists carried out an experiment to see the transportation of water inside plants. We used white flowers and put them in different coloured water, green, red, and blue. We're going to watch carefully to see how the coloured water moves up into the flower's petals through tiny tubes called xylem. This process will help the children understand how the xylem helps with the transportation of water from the bottom all the way to the top.
DPSSA Netball Round 1
What a wonderful start to the DPSSA Netball league we have had. This evening was round one of the games. Team B played superbly and worked so hard to drive the ball forward, the shooting was spot on and we really gelled as a team. We came away with three amazing wins 16-0, 15-0 and 7-2. Super proud of all our team!
Year 6 - English
Year 6 have been developing their vocabulary in their English lessons in order to write their own amplification. They will use alternative vocabulary to draw special attention to the sounds and smells that soldiers would have been exposed to within the trenches during a conflict. The sentences they have created are fantastic!
Year 6 - VE Day 80
This morning, year 6 took part in a live assembly to commemorate VE Day. They discovered that although it is a day to celebrate, the end of the war heightened the sense of sadness in people as they reflected on the people they had lost. The children were shocked to hear that 70,000,000 people worldwide lost their lives during the conflict. They also heard from Frank Chester, a 108 year old war veteran, who spoke of his experiences of WW2. A truly remarkable human!
Reception, Year 1 and Year 2- Story and Craft Club
At lunch time, the Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 children were invited to Story and Craft Club led by Miss Flynn and the Librarians. We read ‘Nibbles the Book Monster’ who caused lots of havoc in some very well known fairy tales such as Goldilocks, Little Red Riding Hood and Jack and the Beanstalk and then created our very own book monsters. What an enjoyable lunch time!
Year 5 - Pop up Books
This week, Year 5 completed their pop-up book designs, bringing classic nursery rhymes to life with creativity, colour and imagination. The children carefully planned their layouts, experimented with different mechanisms and added artistic flair to each page.
Reception: 5 Ways to Wellbeing
Our Reception class had a wonderful session focussing on wellbeing through being active, staying connected, and taking notice. The children thoroughly enjoyed their Forest Schools session, where they were actively running, exploring, and building together. This hands-on experience fostered both their physical health and their ability to stay connected as they collaborated on projects and supported each other's play. Creativity blossomed as they used "God's creations" to make art. Leaves, twigs, and pebbles became their media, encouraging appreciation for the natural world. This activity also promoted connection as they shared materials and ideas. Moments of quiet reflection helped the children practice taking notice. They listened to the birds singing, observed the beauty around them, and explored their spirituality by expressing gratitude for their environment. This encouraged mindfulness and a sense of wonder. These engaging activities provided valuable lessons in looking after their wellbeing through movement, positive relationships, and appreciating the present moment.
Reception- Year of Prayer
For this week's year of prayer the children each took a wooden spoon and wrote on a word which reflects what the children would like to pray for. We then put all the spoons in a jar in the reflection area and the children can then choose a spoon to quietly pray for the word written on it.