Year 2 Dance

In PE, we have enjoyed putting a sequence of movements together to create a dance about plants and growing. We practised moving in unison with a partner by pretending to dig or rake the soil. We also enjoyed creating some freeze frames to show that we were tired or needed a drink. We then made different shapes with our bodies to represent the roots before growing into a flower. We decided whether or not to be a dandelion seed, a sycamore seed or a geranium seed. We loved performing our dances to the rest of the class. 

Diwali workshops - Year 5

 

On Friday 10th November, Year 5 all participated in Diwali workshops where they used dance to interpret The Ramayana. 

They all had a fantastic time and enjoyed the different dance moves.

Diwali through Dance - Year 2

 This week,  Year 2 have learnt about Diwali and the story of Rama and Sita. The story is a celebration of how good triumphs and is remembered by Hindus every year during Diwali. First we took part in a story session with puppets to learn the story and then we worked in groups to re-tell it through dance.

MFL Day at Bannockburn

 Friday 14th July saw our annual MFL day festivities. Unfortunately, the wet weather meant some of our outdoor activities were rained off but it didn't stop us having a brilliant day. 

As part of their Spanish Day, Year 3 enjoyed: doing flamenco dancing; creating Picasso-style self-portraits; learning about the Spanish festival of La Tomatina festival; and discussing delicious traditional Mexican food

Year 4 enjoyed a special Spanish performance from Freshwater Theatre company plus some quizzes and Spanish languages games, followed by an afternoon of piñata making!

As part of their French day, Year 5 enjoyed: playing pétanque; learning about the Francophone world; discussing the cultural and historical significance of Bastille Day; exploring traditional sand art techniques from the island of Vanuatu; and playing some word and French languages games and quizzes.

Year 6 enjoyed: participating in activities to explore the art  of mime and improv drama; debating the French laws around seculaism and laïcité; exploring the city of Paris and its famous landmarks; and also learning about the Francophone world.

Here are some photos from our brilliant day!