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Reception: Maths
The children have been reading The Very Hungry Caterpillar. They have been solving problems to complete patterns in the Maths area to create caterpillars using 2 and 3 colours. Well done!
Reception Maths - Odd and Even
This week in Maths, we have been identifying numberblocks which are odd or even. We have been sorting numberblocks 1-10 into two teams based on whether they have even tops or an odd block. We noticed that the even blocks were made of doubles, so they had equal parts in each, but the odd blocks didn’t.
Year 3- Maths- Squares time tables
In maths today, Year 3 explored the concept of square numbers by constructing 'square times tables visually demonstrating how specific multiplication products result in square numbers that can be arranged geometrically.
Year 2 - Measuring and ordering lengths
This week, Year 2 have continued their work on length and height. We have been measuring various objects and comparing them using key vocabulary such as longer, shorter and taller. We have then been ordering different lengths. This can be tricky when we have to order centimetres and metres in the same sequence. In our next lessons, we will be calculating and problem solving using different lengths.
Year 6 Maths
Year 6 have been looking at algebra in maths. They have been learning how to solve two-step equations, using bar models and function machines to help us to find the numerical value of a letter.
Reception Maths - Butterfly doubles
This week we have been looking at when two equal parts come together to make a whole - this is called a double. We looked at two dice and decided if they showed a double pattern or not. We then used butterfly templates to create our own doubles, making sure each wing had an equal amount of objects or patterns on them.
Year 6 Maths
This week, year 6 have begun a new topic on algebra. As an introduction, they have been looking at “Function Machines” - the input, function and ultimate output. They moved on to looking at using the inverse if part of the calculation was missing and also tackled questions with more than one input/output.
Reception Maths - Comparing & Ordering
Reception have been looking further at numbers 1-10 and comparing them through the use of sequencing. We have found that each number is one more than the last and gets bigger each time we add one. We are really starting to understand the value of numbers and how these look in our number system.
Year 5 - Gravity vs Mass
Today, Year 5 conducted an experiment to explore the relationship between mass and gravity. The children carefully measured and recorded the weights of five different balls before dropping them from the same height. To their surprise, they discovered that gravity is a constant force, meaning that all the balls fell at the same speed, regardless of their weight. We then discussed the role of air resistance and how it affects falling objects. The children were fascinated to learn that if air resistance were removed—such as in a vacuum—a bowling ball and a feather would fall at exactly the same speed. This led to a great discussion about real-life examples, including astronauts on the Moon, where there is no air to slow objects down.
Foodie Friends club- Valentine Biscuits
Our talented bakers created delightful Valentine’s biscuits in various heart-shaped sizes for our final Foodie Friends Club today. They measured flour and sugar, whisked eggs, rolled out the dough, and used food colouring to achieve a lovely shade of pink. The club has been a fantastic experience. Most children have enjoyed it so much that they’ve been recreating the easy bakes at home for their families.
Year 6 Maths
In maths, year 6 have been working on converting units of measure. The children recapped length, mass and capacity and thought about the rules for converting from one to another. There was lots of maths discussion and peer-support, and also independent work on whiteboards.
Year 5 - Fractions of amounts
Today, Year 5 concluded their fractions unit by practising fluency and reasoning with fractional quantities using LBQ. The children tackled a range of challenges, applying their knowledge of equivalent fractions, addition and subtraction of fractions and problem-solving in real-life contexts. They worked with great focus, demonstrating resilience and accuracy as they refined their understanding.