Year 3- Maths- Exploring Angles in Geometry
This week in maths, we have been exploring acute, obtuse and right angles and learning how to identify them based on their size.
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Forest School Club
The children have had a great time at forest schools. This week we have been decorating a pallet ready to create our music wall next week. The children added handprints to the pallet for decoration. We also used binoculars, magnifying glasses and bug boxes to hunt for bugs and take a closer look.
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Year 5 - Geography
We continued our Geography topic by exploring the physical and man-made landscapes of Greece. We looked at mountains, coast lines and rivers and considered the natural elements of the landscape and how they were formed. Then we thought about how humans have changed and utilised those landscapes through tourism, housing, commercial uses and religious practises.
Year 5 - Panda Paramedic
Today, Year 5 was visited by Panda Paramedic, a scheme to help introduce first aid training to children and normalise the use of potentially life saving interventions. The class had the opportunity to practise placing each other in the recovery position, a technique for individuals who are unconscious but breathing. Then we used first aid dolls to develop our chest compressions, ensuring they are at the correct speed and depth. We finished by applying the pads of a defibrillator and discussing where the nearest defibrillators are.
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Year 4 Football Festival
Today, our Year 4 football team took part in a fantastic football festival, competing against a number of other primary schools. The team represented the school brilliantly, showing excellent teamwork, determination and sportsmanship throughout the day. Across 12 matches, the children produced an outstanding set of results, winning 9 games, drawing 2 and losing just 1. Their commitment, resilience and positive attitude were evident in every match and they should be incredibly proud of their achievements. A huge well done to all of the players for their fantastic effort and for representing our school with such pride. ⚽👏
Year 6 - Panda Paramedics
Today, Year 6 took part in an engaging and invaluable session led by Panda Paramedics, where the children learned essential first aid and lifesaving skills. The children enjoyed a hands-on experience, practising CPR on training manikins, learning how to use a defibrillator safely and developing their understanding of basic first aid techniques. Throughout the session, the children showed fantastic enthusiasm, maturity and teamwork, gaining the confidence and knowledge that could one day help them respond in an emergency. It was a brilliant opportunity for the children to learn practical skills that could make a real difference in someone’s life.
Year 2 - PE - Fundamental Skills - Throwing, catching and running
Year 2 have been improving their fundamental PE skills. The have been practising throwing, catching and running.
Year 2 - St. Barnabas Church Visit
Year 2 visited St. Barnabas Church and Rev Ben told us all about the special items that are found in churches. He also explained that the church is not just the building but also the people who are part of the church family.
Year 2 - Panda Paramedic Visit
Year 2 have learned some important First Aid skills this week. They achieved their bronze award in First Aid. Thanks Panda Paramedic!
Whole School Worship with Bishop Philip
We were thrilled to welcome Bishop Philip into our wonderful school this week. When he arrived, the Year 6 pupils treated him to a VIP performance of one of their favourite songs from their end of year production. Bishop Philip then led a special worship in which the children helped him with a lively retelling of the story of Daniel in the Lions’ Den. The children loved joining in with the actions and helping Daniel with his dilemma of whether to go against the king and continue praying to God, or to worship only the king. The children were then tasked with identifying the message in the story and they gave some thought-provoking answers about trusting in God even when it’s difficult and knowing God will look after you. Mrs Ham later took Bishop Philip on a tour of the school where he invited each class to ask questions about his role in the Diocese of Blackburn.
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Year 6 - Performance Rehearsals
The Year 6 children were working hard during rehearsals and the play is coming together nicely. They have been learning to project their voices and sing the song from the heart. They even gave a special performance for Bishop Philip. The children can’t wait to show their families!
Witton Athletics Winners Again! 🥇🥇
🏆 WITTON ATHLETICS WINNERS AGAIN!🏆 BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPIONS! 🎉 Out of 14 incredible schools, St Barnabas has officially won the Darwen Schools Athletics competition for the second year in a row! What an absolutely unforgettable night! We absolutely dominated the track, including a CLEAN SWEEP in the relays! Here is our incredible medal haul: 🥇 The Relay Sweep (Winners of EVERY relay race!) 🥇- Year 3/4 Girls Relay 🥇 - Year 3/4 Boys Relay 🥇- Year 5/6 Girls Relay 🥇 - Year 5/6 Boys Relay 🏅 Individual Superstars 🥇Aura (Y3 Sprint), 🥇James (Y4 Sprint), 🥇Ted (Y5 Sprint) 🥈 Emily (400m), 🥈 Joshua (400m) 🥉Alice (Y5 Sprint), 🥉Carter (600m) I am one incredibly proud Headteacher tonight and I haven’t got much of a voice left after all the cheering! 🗣️ A huge thank you to Mrs Gardner for her amazing coaching leading up to this, and to Mr Bloomfield and Mrs Araujo for their fantastic support tonight. 👏 Finally, a massive thank you to our wonderful parents for your unmatched support. We were definitely the loudest school out there—showing up in true St Barnabas "the encourager" style! 💙🙌 We may be small, but we are mighty!! 💪 💙