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Date: 2nd Oct 2025 @ 11:20am
Year 1 Class Blog – Weekly Update
Hello from Year 1!
We’ve had a fantastic week full of exciting learning across all subjects – the children have worked so hard and shown so much enthusiasm. Here’s a little glimpse into what we’ve been up to...
English – Martha Maps it Out
This week, Year 1 have really enjoyed exploring the story Martha Maps it Out. We’ve been thinking about Martha’s adventures and using conjunctions – especially “and” – to help us extend our sentences in our writing. The children are becoming confident speakers and writers.
Maths – Number Fun!
In Maths, we’ve been working on addition and subtraction using part-part-whole models and tens frames. We’ve also been learning our number bonds to 10. The children are becoming brilliant at writing their own number sentences and recording their work clearly – super effort all round!
Geography – Exploring Glodwick
In Geography, we’ve been learning about human and physical features. After our local walk around Glodwick, we looked at photographs and identified different features. We also compared the town of Oldham with the countryside around Oldham, spotting similarities and differences. Many children shared their experiences of visiting Oldham town centre – thank you for supporting these discussions at home!
Science – Our 5 Senses
This week in Science, we’ve been exploring the five senses. The children have had lots of fun using their senses in different ways. Next week, we’re looking forward to exploring autumn vegetables using our senses – we can’t wait!
Phonics – Phase 5 Begins!
We’ve started learning the Phase 5 sounds, focusing on alternative graphemes for sounds we already know (for example, ‘ea’ in each). The children are doing really well with their new sounds – keep practising at home!
Art – Pop Art Portraits
In Art, we are continuing our work on Andy Warhol and have started creating our very own pop art portraits. The children’s creativity has been fantastic to see!
RE – Our Class Prayer
This week in RE, we came together to write a class prayer, thinking about kindness, thankfulness, and looking after one another.
Get Squiggling!
We launched our “Get Squiggling” activity this week – every child drew a cat and labelled it. The drawings were beautiful and thoughtful, and every child received a Diddidot sticker for their chart. Well done, everyone!
Dexter Bear & Dough Disco!
We had a very special helper this week – Dexter Bear! He joined Class 3 and Mrs Kussar to help make playdough. We can’t wait to use it for Dough Disco next week!
Reminders:
📅 PE Days
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Class 3: Monday & Thursday
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Class 4: Tuesday & Thursday
📚 Homework on Purple Mash
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Set every Friday
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Children earn a Diddidot for completing it!
📖 Reading at Home
Please remember to read with your child and sign their reading record. We encourage children to read with siblings, grandparents, cousins – anyone who can help build a love of reading!
👏 A big well done to all of Year 1 for an amazing week of learning and creativity. We’re so proud of you!
Have a lovely weekend!
The Year 1 Team
Date: 1st Oct 2025 @ 8:26am
This week in Class 11 the children have been learning how to mentally multiply by 10, 100 and 1000. After a few practices the children were able to understand the concept of multiplying by these numbers.
They finished their lesson by playing 'Roll the dice'. This supported their understanding and the children had lots of fun multiplying by 10, 100 and 1000.
Whilst they have really enjoyed their maths and literacy lessons, PE has definitely been one of their favourite lessons this week.
This week in PE, the children have learnt how to create shapes whilst balancing on either one leg or one arm and one leg. The children were very creative and really impressed Miss Gilmour with their balancing skills.
We then moved on to different types of rolls. The children set the hall up by placing mats around the room. They then moved into small groups and took it in turns to practice their log rolls, egg rolls and forward rolls.
Next week, we will be putting all of our PE learning into a sequence.
Date: 26th Sep 2025 @ 3:35pm
This week Class 8 have enjoyed making their Salad Pot in DT. We used fruits and vegetables from different parts of the UK and we even wrote a set of instructions explaining how to make one! 
Class Blog Week Ending 26.9.25
Date: 25th Sep 2025 @ 6:56pm
We've had a brilliant week packed with learning, creativity, and a touch of mythology. Here's what we've been up to…
Maths: Subtraction Superstars!
This week in maths, we've been diving deep into subtraction. We've practised using column subtraction and even mental strategies to solve problems.
English: The Tale of Theseus and the Minotaur
In English, we’ve been developing our writing skills so that we can write a retell of a Greek myth based on: Theseus and the Minotaur. We imagined ourselves as brave heroes, sneaking through the twisting tunnels of the labyrinth, facing the fearsome beast, and using clever tricks to escape. We have been using expanded noun phrases, making word banks and using prepositions of time.
History: Discovering Ancient Greece & Democracy
Our history lessons have taken us back in time to Ancient Greece. We’ve explored what life was like in Athens and Sparta, learned about Greek gods and goddesses, and discovered how democracy began.
Did you know that the word democracy comes from the Greek words demos (people) and kratos (power)? That means “power of the people” — and it all started in Athens over 2,500 years ago!
We’re loving our journey through Ancient Greece and can’t wait to share more with you soon. Keep practising those subtraction skills at home — and maybe write your own myth too!
This Week In Year 1 (WB 22.09.25)
Date: 25th Sep 2025 @ 11:22am
🌟 Year 1 – Exploring, Creating and Belonging! 🌟
What a busy and brilliant week we've had in Year 1!
📚 English
This week, we dived into the wonderful story Martha Maps It Out. The children were fascinated by the maps in the book and loved exploring Martha’s bedroom in detail. Using their bodies, they worked together to create objects they found in Martha’s room – we had lamps, beds, and even telescopes! Each child proudly rehearsed and shared a sentence with the class, telling us what they had made. Fantastic speaking and listening skills in action!
➕ Maths
In Maths, we've been working on simple addition through number bonds to 5. The children enjoyed using our 5 speckled frogs to explore part-whole models and were able to read and write number sentences with growing confidence. We've been making maths hands-on and meaningful through play and small group tasks.
🔬 Science
We’ve been using our senses this week – literally! Through fun matching games and sensory exploration, the children learned about their five senses and how we use them to understand the world around us.
🗺️ Geography
We went on a fantastic walk around our local area. The children were brilliant explorers, spotting urban features like a roundabout, a bridge, road signs, a Mosque, shops, our school, bus stops, and even a park! They couldn’t wait to recount all the things they had seen once we got back to class.
🎨 Art
Portraits are still in progress and looking more amazing every day. The children are experimenting with different materials to capture facial features and expressions. We are so proud of how much care and creativity they are showing in their work.
🙏 RE
In RE, we talked about what it means to belong and shared our thoughts on places that feel special to us. As a class, we worked together to write a beautiful prayer all about kindness, togetherness, thankfulness, and the people we love.
🌈 Continuous Provision
Throughout the week, our continuous provision has supported all areas of learning – from building in the construction area to retelling Martha’s story in small world play and exploring number bonds with natural materials. The children are showing increasing independence and confidence in choosing and leading their own learning.
Well done, Year 1 – you are all superstars! ⭐
Date: 21st Sep 2025 @ 5:41pm
This week, Class 8 have been trying different fruits and vegetables to choose which ingredients to put into their salad next week. We tried different ingredients from different parts of the UK, linking to our Geography topic of Great Britain! #ExpertLearners .jpeg)
Year 1 Weekly Blog WB 21/4/2025
Date: 25th Apr 2025 @ 8:23am
Year 1 have made a fantastic return to school for the Summer Term.
This week in English, we’ve been exploring the brilliant book Meerkat Mail! The children have loved getting to know Sunny the meerkat and his adventurous travels. We focused on writing character descriptions, using lots of exciting adjectives to describe Sunny’s appearance and personality. Ask your child what kind of animal Sunny is and what makes him such an interesting character! 🦊✍️
In Maths, we've been busy practising our counting in 2s, 5s, and 10s. We’ve enjoyed using songs, number lines, and even clapping games to help us remember these sequences. We also began identifying odd and even numbers, spotting patterns and using objects to help us group numbers.
We’ve kicked off our new topic all about Africa! The children shared what they already know and what they would like to find out. We looked at the map and located Africa, talked about the weather, animals, and different environments. We’re very excited to learn more about African culture, music, and wildlife over the coming weeks.
In RE, we’ve started thinking about belonging – what it means to be part of a family, a class, and a community. We had a lovely circle time discussing the different groups we are part of and how that makes us feel. We talked about being kind, helpful, and caring members of our class family.
This Week In Reception (WB 21.04.25)
Date: 24th Apr 2025 @ 11:09am
This week in Reception, we’ve been embracing all things springtime as part of our learning journey!
In English, we explored the beautiful story Fletcher and the Springtime Blossom. The children were fascinated by the changes that spring brings, especially the blossoming trees. We talked about what blossom is, and how trees begin to change as the weather gets warmer. The children then used their phonics knowledge brilliantly to describe a picture of a blossom tree – they came up with some fantastic descriptive words and sounded them out with increasing confidence!
In Maths, we’ve been going beyond 10 as we dive deeper into numbers. The children have been learning to recognise numerals and match them to quantities, using a range of resources and objects. We've had lots of fun counting, comparing groups and talking about which has more or fewer. It’s been wonderful to see their confidence grow with these larger numbers!
As part of our Understanding the World and Expressive Arts and Design, we’ve been learning more about the season of spring. We observed the blossom tree in our EYFS garden and talked about the signs of spring we could see all around us – from blooming flowers to buzzing bees. The children created some beautiful observational drawings of the blossom tree, really focusing on the colours, shapes and details.
It’s been a wonderful week of learning and discovery. We’re so proud of how engaged and curious the children have been – spring has definitely sprung in Reception!
Date: 24th Apr 2025 @ 8:11am
This week Class 7 have had an introduction to the Ancient Maya. We had a WOW starter where we tasted different types of chocolate and chocolate products, made Mayan headdresses and wrote our names using the Mayan writing system. We are very excited about what we will learn.
Nursery Blog – The Very Hungry Caterpillar 🐛🦋
Date: 23rd Apr 2025 @ 1:06pm
This week in Nursery we have been enjoying the wonderful story The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. The children have been learning all about growth and change through this fun and familiar tale.
🌱 Family Group Time
We explored the story by recalling the main events and talking about how the caterpillar grows and changes. The children did a great job sequencing the story and using this to help understand real-life changes, like how a caterpillar becomes a butterfly!
🍎 Healthy Choices
Using what we already know, we talked about healthy and unhealthy foods. The children loved feeding our very hungry caterpillar only the healthy foods – and were quick to spot which treats he shouldn’t have too many of!
🧩 In Provision
We added special jigsaws showing different types of food to help children sort and identify healthy and unhealthy items. The story props were a big hit too! Children used leaves, an egg, a chrysalis and butterflies to act out the story using their imaginations.
🎨 Creative Learning
In our teacher-led activity, we had a go at symmetry painting! The children painted one side of a butterfly, folded it over, and were amazed to see their colourful symmetrical butterfly appear! They also practiced their fine motor skills by carefully placing coloured spots on butterfly wings and using number language to count and describe their designs.
🔤 Phonics Focus
Our sound of the week was K – the children explored this through rhymes, actions, and games, thinking of words beginning with ‘C’ and listening for the sound in stories.
💬 Think Equal
This week in our Think Equal sessions, we focused on speaking and listening. We encouraged the children to work together to come up with ideas to solve problems – learning that teamwork and talking things through helps us all feel heard and supported.
It’s been a fun-filled and thoughtful week in Nursery – well done everyone! 🐛🦋
This Week In Reception (WB 31.03.25)
Date: 4th Apr 2025 @ 9:57am
This week in Reception, we’ve been having an exciting and fun filled week.
In English, we explored the delightful story, We’re Going on an Egg Hunt. The children have been practicing retelling the story using key propositional language, such as "under," "behind," and "next to." They then used their creativity to draw pictures related to the story and applied their phonics knowledge to label their pictures, reinforcing both reading and writing skills.
In Maths, our focus has been on spatial reasoning, where the children used different shapes to create and explore various images. This activity helped to strengthen their understanding of shapes, position, and symmetry while developing their problem-solving skills.
In Understanding the World, we turned our attention to the beautiful daffodils that are blooming around us. The children carefully observed the flowers and created some wonderful observational art based on what they saw. We also learned about Easter and discussed why it is an important celebration for Christians. The children made Easter baskets, and to finish off the week with some fun, we had an egg hunt to celebrate!
It’s been a week filled with creativity, learning, and celebration. Have a lovely two weeks off, and we will see you after the holidays!
Date: 29th Mar 2025 @ 8:56pm
This week, we’ve been working on lino printing and refugee poems.
We started by making our own lino tiles. Everyone carved pictures, then used ink to press them onto paper. The prints came out well, and we focused on creating bold, meaningful image. It was tricky at first, but we got the hang of it and had so much fun!
At the same time, we’ve been writing refugee poems. These poems helped us think about what it would be like to leave everything behind because of war or danger. We wrote about the feelings of loss, hope, and survival, and it was a really important way to understand the refugee experience.
This week has been full of learning and creativity, and we’re so proud of what we’ve all created.
Year 1 Weekly Blog WB 24/3/2025
Date: 28th Mar 2025 @ 2:44pm
In English this week, we began reading an exciting new book, The Great Dragon Bake Off. It’s a fun and magical story about Flamie, a young dragon with a passion for baking. Flamie is an ambitious and brave character, always seeking to prove that dragons can bake just as well as anyone else—if not better! With scales that shimmer like golden sugar, Flamie is fiercely determined but has a soft heart, always putting others’ needs before their own. Flamie’s journey is filled with challenges, as they compete against other creatures in a grand baking contest, all while learning the importance of friendship, teamwork, and believing in one’s abilities. It's a delightful tale full of humor, heart, and some truly magical pastries! We wrote some fantastic openers for our story retell next week!
Here is a video link to the story if you would like to watch it at home
The great dragon bake off/A special Dragon who is not scare/A story about being yourself/read a book
In Maths this week, we have been learning how to find quarters of shapes and amounts. We explored how to divide shapes into equal parts, and how to calculate a quarter of a number.
In Science, we’ve been classifying animals based on what they eat. The children were given different animals and asked to categorize them as herbivores, carnivores, or omnivores. The task was both educational and interactive, with children researching different species and sharing interesting facts. We were surprised by some of the things we found out - did you know that penguins are carnivores?
In D&T, students have been busy designing their own castles. They worked in groups to design a castle and decide what would be good materials to use to make it.
In PSHE, the topic of online safety was explored. Students participated in discussions and activities that highlighted the importance of keeping personal information private and being cautious when interacting with others online. They learned about the potential dangers of the internet, such as cyberbullying and online predators, and were given strategies to stay safe.
This Week In Reception (WB 24.03.25)
Date: 27th Mar 2025 @ 9:58am
In Reception this week, we've been busy exploring a range of exciting topics across English, Maths, and even special celebrations!
In English, we had a delightful time reading the book Monkey Puzzle. The children were introduced to various jungle animals, and they used sentence stems like "It has..." and "It is..." to describe the different creatures. It was a wonderful way for them to practice describing features and expand their vocabulary!
In Maths, we focused on spatial reasoning and the composition and decomposition of shapes. The children explored how small and large shapes, such as triangles and rectangles, can be combined using lolly sticks to create new shapes and objects, like houses. It was a fantastic way to enhance their understanding of shape properties and build their problem-solving skills.
We've also been learning about the jungle and the diverse animals that live there. This included fun activities and discussions around jungle life, sparking lots of curiosity and excitement!
In celebration of Mother's Day, the children made beautiful handmade cards to express their love and appreciation. They worked hard to create something special, and it was heartwarming to see their creativity shine.
Lastly, we explored the significance of Eid and took part in a fun baking activity, making delicious biscuits to celebrate.
What a fantastic week of learning in Reception! We're looking forward to more adventures next week!
Date: 27th Mar 2025 @ 7:25am
This week we have written the story of Charlie Stinky Socks and the Hunt for the Mummy's Gold. We wrote a whole book with some new clues of our own. This was our best big write and we loved being the authors and illustrators of our own book. Everyone's book is on display in class and we are so proud of them.
🚂🌟 Nursery News: The Little Engine That Could! 🌟🚂
Date: 26th Mar 2025 @ 6:47pm
This week in Nursery, we have been inspired by the classic story ‘The Little Engine That Could’ by Watty Piper! The children have explored the ideas of push and pull, teamwork, and problem-solving while getting hands-on with exciting activities.
Push and Pull in Action! 🔄
In our family groups, we introduced the forces of push and pull, discussing how they help objects move. To bring this to life, the children took their learning outdoors, taking turns pushing and pulling their friends on scooters. This activity encouraged turn-taking, cooperation, and an understanding of how forces work in real life!
Little Engineers at Work! 🔧🚂
When the engine in our story stopped working, the children stepped up as engineers! They designed and created their own wheels to help the little engine move again. Using different materials, they thought carefully about how wheels work and why they are important for movement.
Building Train Tracks and Problem-Solving! 🚆🛠
A real highlight of the week was working together to create a shared train track. However, there was a twist! The teachers sabotaged the tracks by flipping pieces upside down or putting mismatched tracks together. The children had to communicate, problem-solve, and work as a team to figure out how to fix the tracks so the trains could move properly. Their determination and teamwork were incredible!
Measuring Movement in Maths! 📏
In our teacher focus activities, the children experimented with rolling wheels down ramps, observing how far they traveled. They carefully measured the distance, comparing different wheels and ramps to see which ones worked best. This activity helped develop their early measuring skills and encouraged them to make predictions.
Exploring 2D Shapes in Our Environment! 🔺🔵🟡
This week, we have also been exploring 2D shapes in and around our classroom! The children went on a shape hunt, spotting circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles in everyday objects such as windows, tables, and even the wheels of our toy trains! The children had so much fun using mathematical language to describe the shapes they found!
Junk Modelling Engines! 🏗🎨
The children got creative, making their own junk-modelled engines! Using child-friendly woodworking tools, they added wheels to their models, helping them to understand how movement works. They loved testing their creations to see if they could pull a train, just like the little engine in our story!
Phonics Focus: The Letter ‘Oo’ ✏️🔤
This week’s phonics learning has been all about the letter ‘Oo’. The children practiced recognising and forming the letter and had fun thinking of words that start with ‘O’, such as orange, octopus, and owl! They also enjoyed phonics games and rhymes to help reinforce their learning.
A Fantastic Week of Learning! 🌟
This week has been filled with exploration, teamwork, and hands-on learning. The children have shown fantastic problem-solving skills and creativity, and we are so proud of their achievements!
We can't wait for another exciting week ahead in Nursery! 🚂✨
Date: 26th Mar 2025 @ 10:56am
This week in Class 7 have been looking at pollination and the life cycle of a plant. Science is all around us, and one of the most exciting ways to connect with it is by having the hands on experiences of the parts of a plant and flower.
This activity is an ideal way to bring science to life where children can see all the parts of a flower and what each part plays in the life cycle.
The children had to dissect a flower and label a drawing at the same time when they found that part. They saw the pollen and opened the ovule to see the seeds. The children were amazed and were amazing too!
Date: 24th Mar 2025 @ 11:04am
This week has been busy and exciting! We’ve been working on writing biographies, learning how to organise and research important details about inspiring people. We have found that it’s a great way to practice writing skills.
The children have also had a visit from UKEFF, who encouraged donations for long-life food. We have been asked to bring in items like canned goods, rice, and pasta, etc, to help families in need. Every little bit you contribute makes a big difference!
Finally, we have been continuing to revise for our SATs. With lots of practice in maths, reading, and grammar. The children are building confidence and are getting ready for the challenge ahead. Keep up the hard work—you’re doing great!
Click the link below for more details.
UK Education & Faith Foundation – UK Education & Faith Foundation
Year 1 Weekly Blog WB 17/3/2025
Date: 20th Mar 2025 @ 12:54pm
Hello, Year 1 families! What an exciting week we've had in class! Here's a look at what we've been up to:
In English our dragon-themed journey continues! The children have been using their imaginations to create instructions on how to take care of a dragon. Some of the ideas are absolutely magical, and we’ve loved hearing all the creative suggestions!
The children have been using their creative writing skills to write clear and fun instructions, learning about structure and how to use imperative verbs.
This week in Maths, we’ve been exploring weight and mass in a hands-on way! We started by comparing objects to see which ones are heavier and lighter.
We then worked on ordering objects by weight. Some of the classeswere very surprised that objects that were the same size could be such different weights.
Next, we used balance scales to measure and compare weights more accurately. The children were thrilled to see how the scales worked, balancing out objects until they were even. And to top it off, we even got to try out the electronic scales to measure some objects in our classroom. It’s been a great week for building our understanding of weight and mass!
In Science, we started learning about omnivores—animals that eat both plants and meat. We explored some examples of omnivores, like bears, foxes, and even humans! The class had some interesting discussions about the different foods omnivores enjoy and how they get the nutrients they need from both plants and animals.
In Design and Technology, we kicked off our learning about structures. We began by talking about the different parts of structures from around the world and the materials used to build them. The children were excited to start brainstorming ideas for their very own castles, which they will be designing and building using recycled materials. They’re already coming up with some incredible ideas!
Thank you to all the parents who attended our Year 1 assembly this week - werent all the children amazing?
🍪🐻 Nursery News: Biscuit Bear Week! 🍪🐻
Date: 20th Mar 2025 @ 12:20pm
What a sweet and exciting week we’ve had in Nursery, focusing on the delightful story ‘Biscuit Bear’ by Mini Grey! The children have thoroughly enjoyed getting creative, using their senses, and strengthening their fine motor skills through fun and engaging activities inspired by the story.
Baking and Biscuit Fun! 🍪
To develop our fine motor skills, the children practiced rolling dough and cutting out little bears—just like Biscuit Bear! This activity helped to build strength in their hands and fingers, which supports early writing development. The children loved decorating their bears and were so proud of their creations!
Exploring the Story 📖
We read ‘Biscuit Bear’ together and explored the features of a book, including:
✅ The front cover
✅ The title
✅ The illustrations
✅ The blurb
The children showed fantastic listening and attention skills as they discussed the story and predicted what might happen next.
Using Our Senses 🍫👀👅
The highlight of the week was our biscuit-tasting session! The children explored different types of biscuits, using their senses to describe them. We spoke about how the biscuits felt (crunchy, soft), how they looked (round, square, chocolatey), and how they tasted (sweet, salty). After lots of careful thinking, the children voted for their favourite type of biscuit—chocolate digestives were a clear winner!
Creative Mark Making 🎨
To support our early handwriting, the children painted their very own Biscuit Bear! They carefully added facial features, working on their pencil grip and control. The results were adorable, and the children loved seeing their bears come to life!
Magnificent Maths
In our maths learning this week we have focussed on exploring and identifying positional language. The children worked together to identify where the bear was positioned, using language such as 'on top of, under and next to'
Phonics Focus: The Letter ‘Gg’ ✏️
Our phonics focus this week has been the letter ‘Gg’. The children practiced hearing and saying the sound in words like goat, gate, and gold. We also practiced writing the letter ‘Gg’ using sand trays and chalkboards, helping to build recognition and confidence.
What a brilliant week of learning and discovery! The children showed fantastic engagement and creativity, and we are so proud of their growing confidence in phonics and fine motor skills. We can't wait to see what exciting learning adventures await us next week! 🌟🍪🐻
This week in Reception (WB 17.03.25)
Date: 19th Mar 2025 @ 2:56pm
This week in Reception, the children have been busy exploring new concepts and developing their skills across a variety of subjects. Here's a glimpse of the exciting things we've been up to!
English: Exploring ‘Hattie Peck’
In English, we’ve been enjoying the story of Hattie Peck, a heartwarming tale about a determined little bird who goes on an adventure to find lost eggs. The children have been retelling parts of the story, creating their own drawings to illustrate scenes, and using their phonics knowledge to write simple sentences that describe their pictures. It’s been a fantastic opportunity for them to practice their writing skills and show their creativity.
Maths: Missing Numbers in Sequences
In Maths, our focus has been on number sequences. The children have been exploring number patterns and learning how to find and fill in missing numbers. Using Numicon pieces, they’ve been adding the missing numbers to complete different sequences. It’s been wonderful to see their problem-solving skills develop as they worked through the challenges!
Knowledge and Understanding: Learning About Eggs
In our Knowledge and Understanding lessons, the children have been learning about the fascinating world of eggs. We’ve explored different types of eggs and their unique characteristics, with the highlight of the week being the chance to hold a real ostrich egg! The children were amazed by its size and texture, and they had many questions about how it compares to other eggs. This hands-on experience sparked lots of curiosity and led to some wonderful discussions.
Exploring the World with David Attenborough
Finally, the children have been learning about the incredible work of Sir David Attenborough. They’ve been inspired by his passion for animals and his efforts to film them in their natural habitats for the world to see. The children were fascinated by the idea of animals living in the wild, and they enjoyed discussing their favorite animals and what makes them unique.
It’s been another fantastic week of learning in Reception, and we can’t wait to see what the next week brings!
Date: 16th Mar 2025 @ 7:27pm
Year 6 Blog: A Busy week!
This week, Year 6 have been working hard, especially with our SATs assessments coming up. We’ve been focused, putting in effort, and supporting each other as we prepare to do our best!
In PSHE, we’ve been setting realistic goals and thinking about our future aspirations. It’s exciting to plan for what we want to achieve and break down our goals into smaller steps.
In RE, we’ve explored what makes an inspirational leader and thinking about how we can be leaders ourselves, through kindness, courage, and dedication.
We’re all looking forward to the rest of the term, working hard and supporting each other towards success!
🌍🚀 Nursery News: British Science Week – Adaption and Change 🌙✨
Date: 14th Mar 2025 @ 11:19am
What an out-of-this-world week we’ve had celebrating British Science Week! Our focus this week has been on adaption and change, guided by the children’s growing fascination with space and planets. The children have been curious, creative, and incredibly engaged as they explored the wonders of our world—and beyond!
Exploring Our World and Beyond 🌍🌌
We started the week by looking at our environment on a map—starting with our immediate surroundings, then zooming out to explore our local area, the United Kingdom, and finally the entire Earth from space! The children were encouraged to use size-related language such as “bigger/larger” and “smaller” when comparing maps and images. They were amazed at how small our town looked when we zoomed out to see the whole planet!
Rocket Launch Inspiration 🚀
On Tuesday, the children were thrilled to watch a real rocket launch! Their excitement inspired some fantastic creative play—we built and decorated our own rockets using recycled materials, ready to visit our friends on the moon. The children loved counting down and launching their rockets, just like the real thing!
Landing on the Moon! 🌙
Wednesday was all about problem-solving and creativity! We created "landing devices" with parachutes to make sure our rockets and astronauts could land safely on the moon. The children tested different materials and designs, adjusting their parachutes until they landed softly. This activity encouraged critical thinking and an understanding of how forces work!
Moon Craters and Scientific Investigation 🌑🪐
On Thursday, we became little scientists! We discussed the difference between the Earth and the Moon, focusing on the fact that the Moon has giant craters. We spoke about how these craters are formed and experimented by using playdough asteroids, dropping them from different heights to create our own craters! The children then measured and recorded the sizes of the craters using bits of spaghetti—what a brilliant way to combine science and maths!
Making the Moon More Colourful 🌺🌻
To finish our science week, the children decided that the Moon is “boring and grey” and needs a splash of colour! They planted some plants in our nursery garden and suggested that we could send them to the Moon so that our friends there could grow food and make it more colourful. This sparked some fantastic conversations about how plants grow and what they need to survive.
Phonics Focus: The Letter ‘S’ 🌟
This week, we’ve also been working on the letter ‘S’ in our phonics learning! The children have been practicing hearing, saying, and recognizing the letter S in words like star, space, and sun. They also enjoyed practicing writing the letter S using chalk and sand trays!
What an incredible week of science, exploration, and creativity! We are so proud of how engaged and curious the children have been. Their natural love of learning continues to shine, and we can’t wait to see where their imaginations take them next! 🌟🚀
Date: 14th Mar 2025 @ 8:14am
We have had a fantastic week in Year 5 this week. The children have started exploring the fire which damaged Notre-Dame cathedral in order to write a newspaper report on the incident next week. We have been interested by the news and have been building our research and vocabulary and have been practicing our use of direct and reported speech.
In Geography, we have been using our 'Marvellous Maps' skills from last half term to develop our maps skills and to progress our konwledge of France and Europe for our Geography topic on France this half term. We have identified where France is on a map of Europe and the countries surrounding it and now we have looked within the country itself at the regions which make up France.
Finally, we have enjoyed our British Science Week learning on the theme "Change and Adapt" Please ask your children about the experiments they have completed in school and what they have learnt.
Have a restful and peaceful weekend and we're looking forward to seeing you again for another great week on Monday.
Year 1 Weekly Blog WB 10/3/2025
Date: 13th Mar 2025 @ 4:51pm
Welcome to the Year 1 blog!
In English, we’ve been reading the delightful book Tell Me Your Dragon. The children loved imagining what their very own dragons might look like and using Drama to create them. We’ve worked on using descriptive words to bring our dragons to life, thinking about their colour, size, and special powers. The dragons we’ve created have been amazing! Some can fly through clouds, while others have shimmering scales or breath fire. It’s been fantastic to see how creative the children are with their ideas.
In Maths, we’ve been learning how to divide by 2, 5, and 10. The children have been practising using real-life examples, like sharing sweets between friends or dividing up counting objects into groups. We’ve used fun games and activities to help understand how dividing works. We have moved our learning on by representing the division in a pictorial way.
All the children in Year 1 have taken part in British Science Week our fun activities was making a wormery! We observed the worms at work and learned how they help keep the soil healthy. The children were amazed at how much the worms dig, and we can’t wait to see the changes in our wormery over time. The whole class loved being scientists for the week!
In History, we’ve been looking at how castles have changed over the years. The children have enjoyed exploring different types of castles, from the early wooden forts to the grand stone castles that we see today. We’ve learned about the features of a castle, such as the drawbridge, towers, and battlements, and how they were designed for defense.
