Image of Year 3- English- Children as Editors
26 Mar

Year 3- English- Children as Editors

Today, the children became editors and authors, proofreading each other's work and making improvements using purple pens. They thoroughly enjoyed this session and found it productive and useful to "magpie" ideas from their peers.

Image of Year 5 - Levers and Pulleys
25 Mar

Year 5 - Levers and Pulleys

Year 5 explored the fascinating world of levers and pulleys in science! From pushing, pulling and dragging to testing forces in action. The children worked together to investigate how these simple machines make lifting easier. A hands-on lesson filled with curiosity and discovery!

Image of Year 1 D&T- Making Healthy Breakfast Pots
25 Mar

Year 1 D&T- Making Healthy Breakfast Pots

Today was the day that Year 1 have been waiting for. They have spent several design and technology lessons building up to this final lesson (making their healthy breakfast pot). Over the last couple of weeks, they have done some taste testing, learnt and practised some cutting techniques (bridge hold and fork secure) and planned and designed a healthy breakfast pot for a friend based on their preferences. They thoroughly enjoyed putting their new skills to the test by chopping up lots of fruit, making sure that they followed their design criteria correctly and tried their best to layer their ingredients to make them look a delight to eat. Well done Year 1!

Image of Year 2 - Sentence structure
25 Mar

Year 2 - Sentence structure

On Tuesday, we focused on the structure of our sentences and showing that they have a clear start and end. To do this we need to be absolutely secure with capital letters and full stops. The children worked in pairs to write sentences describing their morning routine. It was good to see the children seeing that their writing is made up of individual sentences rather than a large chunk of words. We will have another go at rainbow writing next half-term and see if they children become more fluent with beginning and ending their sentences.

Image of Mad Science Club- Lab Works
24 Mar

Mad Science Club- Lab Works

Today in Mad Science Club, we became real scientists. The children got to use real lab equipment to stir, swish, and swirl different mixtures. It was a hands-on introduction to laboratory techniques, and everyone participated in the experiments and had great fun.

Image of Year 5 - Gaelic Football
24 Mar

Year 5 - Gaelic Football

Year 5 embraced the challenge of Gaelic football, developing their teamwork, tactical thinking and coordination! From perfecting their throws and bounces to building confidence in gameplay. The children showed fantastic enthusiasm and determination throughout the session.

Image of Year 3 - Year of Prayer- Prayers for Healing the Sick
24 Mar

Year 3 - Year of Prayer- Prayers for Healing the Sick

During our 'Year of Prayer' session, the children reflected on who needed healing, focusing on healing the sick, etc. They wrote down names on plasters and we prayed for Jesus to bring them comfort. It was great to see how the children considered not only those they knew, but also those suffering in wider contexts, like wounded soldier, patients at the hospitals and pets that are taken ill.

Image of Collective Worship: Year of Prayer and Singing Worship
24 Mar

Collective Worship: Year of Prayer and Singing Worship

This week, some members of our WOW group introduced our year of prayer activity. Mrs Araujo gave every class a packet of plasters and the children will think of somebody who is poorly to pray for. We then began our singing worship and practised songs that some of our children will be singing in church on Sunday during the St Barnabas Mother's Day Worship. We sang My Lighthouse, Our God is a Great Big God, Rich in Kindness and Build Up. All children are welcome to attend the special worship with Mrs Wilkinson at St Barnabas Church on Sunday at 11am.

Image of Year 1 Science and RE- Spotting Signs of Spring (New Life)
24 Mar

Year 1 Science and RE- Spotting Signs of Spring (New Life)

This afternoon, Year 1 went to Whitehall Park to look for signs of Spring (new life). They went in search of bird nests, flower buds, flowers, blossom, birds, bees, ladybirds, squirrels and butterflies. They spotted lots of flowers including daffodils, pansies, forget me not and crocus, flower buds, seedlings, birds and were even lucky enough to spot a squirrel.

Image of Year 1 RE- Representing the Events of the Easter Story
24 Mar

Year 1 RE- Representing the Events of the Easter Story

After spotting lots of sign of Spring (new life) on the way to Whitehall Park, Year 1 got to work on making an Easter Garden to represent the events of the Easter Story. They mainly focused on the resurrection of Jesus and went in search of a perfect place for the tomb. They were very creative and showed a brilliant understanding. Some children used a plant pot whilst others used a tree hollow or a burrow/hole in the ground. They then collected resources such as a stone to show that the tomb had been opened, sticks to make a cross for the crucifixion and leaves to represent palm leaves. Well done Year 1- they were fantastic! By walking there and back, we also collectively walked 45km to contribute to the Big Lent Walk.

Image of Reception: Muddy Monday
24 Mar

Reception: Muddy Monday

Today our Reception children explored a different area of Whitehall Park. The children created bug houses and dens together. They also found some sticks and pretended to create fires and also used them as drum sticks. Some of the children tried to climb trees and it was lovely to see how brave they were all being whilst developing their fundamental skills. In addition, the children collectively walked 75km to contribute to our Lent Challenge. Well done!

Image of Year 3-Rock Your Socks For World Down Syndrome Day
21 Mar

Year 3-Rock Your Socks For World Down Syndrome Day

Year 3 enthusiastically celebrated "Rock Your Socks" this afternoon for World Down Syndrome Day! Cassidy did a fantastic job teaching the children Makaton signs, and they were excited to learn new ways to communicate with Lenny, Cassidy’s little brother, who has Down syndrome. The children were fully engaged as they explored different ways to connect and communicate with individuals with Down syndrome. As part of our celebration, we learned about common misconceptions surrounding Down syndrome and took time to recognise and celebrate the incredible achievements and contributions of individuals with Down syndrome.