Year 1 PE: Jumping In Gymnastics
Year 1 practiced their jumping skills in gymnastics today. They were able to jump from different heights and use a spring board to help them with jumping. They understood the importance of landing on your feet with knees slightly bent. It was brilliant to see them being brave when jumping from the higher obstacles. Well done Year 1!
Year 2 - PE - The Great Outdoors
Year 2 used their map skills to find points on a map in the school grounds. What a lovely sunny day for the experience!
Year 2 Pinocchio Dance Workshop
Year 2 showed off their dancing skills in the Pinocchio Dance Workshop led by West End in Schools. We loved the confidence and enthusiasm they showed during the performance to the whole school.
Year 4 - Pinocchio Dance
The Year 4 children joined in with great enthusiasm during their West End dance session with James on Tuesday. They learned about how dance is a way of telling stories with their bodies. They then worked with James to create some movements to help them to tell a section of the story Pinocchio. At the end of the day, the school came together for a joint performance. Each class in turn came to the front of the hall to perform their part of the story. It was amazing to see every child give their all to their performance.
Year 3-West End Choreography Workshop-Pinocchio
Today, the entire school was buzzing with creativity as we took part in a fantastic West End Workshop based on the story of Pinocchio. Our guest choreographer, James, was absolutely brilliant, bringing the magic of the theatre directly to our pupils. The children focused on rehearsing and perfecting the second half of the story, working hard to synchronise their movements and add expressive actions to their performances. It was truly amazing to see everything come together during our final whole-school assembly, where the narrative was told through a seamless collaborative performance. Year 3 were truly in their element, showing incredible enthusiasm and confidence throughout the day. Well done to everyone!
Doodle and Dance Week 1
The children at Doodle and Dance turned a roll of wallpaper into a vibrant communal masterpiece today, filling the paper with colourful drawings of rainbows, hearts, flowers, and their favorite people and animals. The creative energy didn't stop at the drawing board, as the group quickly transitioned from artists to athletes for a high-spirited "Wake and Shake" dance session. It was a club of pure joy and imagination, leaving the room covered in art and the children full of smiles after dancing their hearts out.
Blackburn with Darwen Schools Cross Country - Event 1
What a fantastic start to Cross Country season! Year 5/6 Team B squad all performed superbly at tonight’s first race event and in true St Barnabas Style, they encouraged each other every step of the way and we are super impressed with their effort and sheer determination- well done!
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Netball Club Returns
On Friday, we restarted our wonderful netball club and we had a fantastic turn out. It’s great to see so many children wanting to take up netball and learn new skills. This week we had a short warm up and the went straight into games. The children now have favourite positions but we decided to mix it up and play some game time out of positions too. We can’t wait to start the league after Easter!
Year 6 - Map Reading
Today, the children began their orienteering unit, focusing on developing their map-reading skills. They explored how to interpret simple symbols, understand keys and recognise different features shown on a map. The class discussed the importance of orientation and how maps are designed to represent real spaces from a bird’s-eye view.
Gifted & Talented Y5/6 Gym Club
Last night our first Gifted and Talented Gymnastics club started with Coach Liv. The children worked on their basic floor work skills and practiced skipping which was quite a challenge for some. We look forward to seeing their progress over the next six weeks.
The Big Winter Wander
Good morning, A huge thank you to those who have taken part in The Big Winter Wander, an annual event organised by the WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature). This challenge has been a wonderful way for our children to connect with the natural world during the colder months while raising vital funds to help protect our planet and its amazing wildlife. The UK is currently one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world, and by joining this "wander," our pupils are helping to fund WWF’s work in restoring habitats and tackling the climate crisis. It is not too late to take part and what a great way to give something this Lent. We would love to celebrate every child’s effort and see the "winter wonders" they discover along the way. Donations: Please make your contributions directly to our school fundraising page here: https://socialsync.app/fundraiser/cr-nzymxvnokwdn?currentTab=feed A special thank you to Lyla who has made our first donation! Please send details of distances achieved and any photos of your child’s wander to Mrs Wilkinson or Mrs Ham. We would love to see pictures of them in action or any wildlife they spot! Remember, spending time in nature is proven to boost mental health and well-being, especially during the winter. By taking part, the children aren't just raising money; they are also learning to appreciate and protect the local environment right on their doorstep. Thank you for your continued support in helping St Barnabas make a difference for our world. Thank you, Mrs Wilkinson
Year 5 - PE
In PE, we have started to focus on the skills associated with football. We started off by developing dribbling and passing skills by moving the ball around the playground using controlled touches and passing the ball precisely between two cones. The children progressed into passing and moving, focussing on awareness and touch.