Year 1 Maths - Recognising numbers as words
In our maths session this morning, we focused on recognising numbers as words. We did lots of chin it and spin it then we moved onto learning the ‘Number Word Rap’. The children were super enthusiastic especially when completing the independent activities. We found it quite tricky to spell the words, especially the longer ones, but we really persevered.
Year 2 Maths- Flexibly Partitioning Numbers to 100
Today in their maths lesson, Year 2 flexibly partitioned numbers to 100. They successfully used base 10 and a part-whole model to support them with this mathematical concept- well done Year 2!
Year 3- Maths-Our First TTRockstars Session
In maths today, the children logged on to TTRockstars for the very first time, and they absolutely loved it! They had fun choosing their very own Rockstar names and avatars before getting started with the games. During the session, they practised a wide range of times tables through fun, fast-paced question games. The platform automatically adapts to each child’s learning needs, helping them to improve their recall and speed with multiplication. It was wonderful to see the children so engaged and motivated in their maths learning.
Year 2 Maths- Telling the Time to the Hour and Half Past the Hour
Year 2 have enjoyed learning to tell the time to the hour and half past the hour on an analogue clock. They have not only practised reading and making times, but have also worked hard to draw their own clock hands—carefully distinguishing between the shorter hour hand and the longer minute hand.
Year 2 Maths- Using Manipulatives to Build and Represent Numbers
In Maths this week, Year 2 have been revisiting and deepening their understanding of how to use manipulatives—such as Rekenreks, Base 10, and ten frames—to build and represent numbers.
Year 4 - Times Tables
We are hot on times tables in Year 4 and the practice has started already. The children thoroughly enjoyed a game of Roll and Race this week. They had to roll the dice and complete a corresponding times table from the grid. They worked in teams to see if they could be the first group to complete the grid. It was a furious race to the finish, but the children worked brilliantly, supporting each other to work out the answers.
Year 3- Maths- Representing Numbers to 100
Our lesson today focused on representing numbers up to 100. Year 3 particularly enjoyed our starter activity, 'Chin It Spin,' which was a great way to get them thinking and working together. They then worked incredibly hard using a variety of resources, including Base Ten equipment, to build and understand different numbers. It was a hands-on and engaging session that showed just how ready they are for a year of learning.
Year 1 Maths and English- Writing Riddles
Year 1 recently completed an engaging English unit where they focused on creating and writing riddles. To connect this with our maths lessons on recognising coins, we merged our learning by writing riddles specifically about coins. The children really enjoyed sharing their riddles with the class and having their classmates guess which coin they were describing.
Transition Day- Year 2 - 3- A Rewarding Afternoon
This afternoon, we focused on Maths and Reading . They read remarkably well, and their ability to summarise what they'd read showcased excellent comprehension. In Maths, they clearly displayed a strong grasp of place value and numbers, building a solid foundation in these essential areas. Beyond their academic achievements, it was evident how much growth and maturity they have developed. They are definitely ready for Year 3! As a special recognition for their hard work and how much they enjoyed their time experiencing Year 3 today, they were rewarded with a session on the outdoor gym and worship with Rev Matt. They've had such a positive experience and are eager to go home and share all about their day with their parents and carers!
Year 5 - Human Life Cycle
During this science lesson on the human life cycle, the children explored the stages of growth from birth to adulthood, with a particular focus on the rapid development that occurs during infancy. After discussing key milestones in a baby’s first year—such as weight gain, increasing height and motor skill development—the class worked collaboratively to interpret a set of data showing the monthly growth of a baby. Using this information, they constructed line graphs to visually represent changes in height and weight over time. The activity helped reinforce their understanding of how humans change and grow during the early stages of life.
Year 5 - LBQ
Today in Year 5, the children took part in an interactive LBQ (Learning by Questions) session, where they focused on converting between centimetres and metres and vice versa. This engaging activity allowed them to practise their understanding of measurement in a fun and responsive way, receiving instant feedback to help correct misconceptions and deepen their learning. The children revised the relationship between centimetres and metres (100 cm = 1 m) and applied this knowledge to solve a range of problems, including word problems, reasoning challenges and real-life measurement scenarios. They demonstrated increasing confidence in switching between units, identifying when to multiply or divide by 100 depending on the direction of conversion.
Year 6 Maths
In maths, year 6 have been recapping identifying and estimating angles, as well as finding missing angles. They had to combine all of their knowledge on angles and apply it to solving some tricky challenges.