A wild week of caring
This week we have continued with our animal studies learning about how we care for our pets and other people who care for animals. We heard from the safari ranger about how he looks after the animals and created different animal prints from animals he saw through his binoculars. The vet told us…
Fire Week
FIRE WEEK. The children were so excited. Safety first though so we all learned the rules about coming into the fire pit to toast our marshmallows. Whilst the children took turns toasting their marshmallows the rest of the group made a bird hide to look for birds in. Some children made some bird…
Fun in DT!
This week in DT, we have started an exciting new food topic! But, before we begin making any real food, we have been learning how to stay safe and hygienic in the kitchen.
We explored different kitchen scenarios and worked in groups to sort examples of hygienic and unhygienic behaviours. They…
Splashes, Sticks and Surprises: Our Amazing Day at Mason’s Wood!
This week, Elder Class had one of the best school days ever when we went on our trip to Mason’s Wood. It felt like stepping into a real-life nature adventure!
When we arrived, we met our friendly guide from the River Ribble Trust, who helped us explore the woodland and taught us all about the…
Year 6 - First Aid & Borwick Hall
First Aid
As part of our HRSE curriculum, Year 6 have become confident young first aiders through learning the DR ABCD steps, practising CPR, and mastering basic bandaging skills. They showed real maturity on how to check for danger, respond to someone who may need help, keep airways…
Animals from warm climates
What a wonderful week we have had exploring the warmer climates of Africa and Australia and the animals they have. We learnt what it is like to be a safari ranger and what the job entails. We heard about endangered animals and thought how maybe we could help them. We loved hearing about the cheeky…
From Fractions to Fiction
It’s been another busy and brilliant week in Elder Class, and we’ve packed in so much learning, teamwork and fun. Here’s what we’ve been up to with Mr Cummings and Mrs Brennan…
English – Becoming Story Writers
This week in English, we have been acting out and planning our very own stories…
Oracy in Year 5
Year 5 Blog: Growing Confident Orators!
Over the past couple of weeks, Year 5 have been developing their oracy skills—and what a difference…
Who stole the porridge?
The children in Reception Class arrived in school early on Monday morning to a crime scene... Who had stolen all of the porridge? Firstly we practised using a magnifying glass, before investigating the crime. The class created wanted posters, which we shared around school.
On Wednesday a letter…
Storm Chandra
Storm Chandra tried to ruin our plans but we didn't let it. The winds were to strong to go out on Tuesday so we brought the fun inside. The children made amazing binoculars. The children did fantastic fact files, stories and beautiful drawings. The children are excited for next week, although it…
Our shape poetry
On our blog this week we are celebrating the amazing writing the children have done. They have learnt about similes, alliteration and how to use them in a shape poem. Here is a small sample of their work.
Year 5 Gymnastics – Building Balance, Strength and Teamwork!
Over the last couple of weeks, our Year 5 children have been getting stuck into their gymnastics unit, and we’ve been so impressed with the…
