This term we have been making hand puppets as part of our design and technology work. We began reviewing the running stitch, which the children have done previously, then had a go at over stitch, and if really confident, the back stitch. We also have learned about a seam allowance to ensure the st
In PE the boys and girls have been developing their ball and racket skills. To begin, they worked with a partner to roll a small ball, taking care to bend their legs and trying not to let the ball bounce. They also practiced their throwing and catching skills, using an under arm motion and tryin
This week, parents and carers of children in Year Two were invited into school to attend an assembly linked to the children’s learning in History. The theme of the assembly was Marvellous Monarchs and focused on the reign of Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth II. The children shared facts about each m
Last week one of our year 5/6 Football teams took part in the cup finals which was held at Harlow Green. We qualified for the finals just before half term by winning our group. Four schools made it through to the finals night and we would play everyone. The team played exceptionally well in every ga
This week in Nursery we have been looking at signs of Spring. As part of our topic, we have been learning all about signs of Spring. In order to observe growing, we have been growing cress. We first watched a video about to understand what cress is and then learnt how to plant the cress seeds by fol
Today, the boys and girls started learning about the Jewish faith. They began with a visit to Newcastle Reform Synagogue and found out about why it is such an important building and what happens there. After their visit, the children have reflected on the activities which take place in a synag
The children have begun working on their new text in English called ‘I am Henry Finch’. It is a picture book about the power of thought, and how you need peace and quiet to be able to hear your thoughts properly. The children have loved reading a different kind of text where they have to use their i
This week in Reception Class, we joyfully celebrated Shrove Tuesday, a delightful tradition that marks the beginning of Lent. To enhance our understanding of this special day, we read the story, Mr Wolf’s Pancakes. This engaging tale captivated the children’s imaginations and sparked their enthusia
This week in English, Year Two have started their new book for this half term. They received a parcel and a letter and were very excited to discover what was inside. First, they read the letter which explained that they needed to unwrap each layer of their parcel to discover clues that would tell th
This week, the children got an insight into what they would be learning about in Year 6 – Shakespeare! The children were introduced to the story of Macbeth. After hearing the story, the children were put into groups and tasked with coming up with a maximum of five freeze frames to retell their sec
