Reception - Throwing & Catching

Reception have been practising their throwing and catching skills. First we recalled our learning of  three different throws - an underarm throw, an overarm throw and a chest pass. We stood in a line and saw who threw their bean bag the furthest. After some practise we found a partner and practised our throwing and catching whilst sitting and standing. A group of 4 found a way to throw and catch to eachother all at the same time! 

Y3 - Parts Of A Plant - Practical Science

This week in Year 3 we looked at the different reproductive elements of plants. We discovered that many flowers have stamens, anthers and stigma in order to reproduce. We completed a practical science lesson to investigate what these elements look like and to gain a better understanding of how they work. In our practical learning, we dissected a tulip and labelled its different parts collaboratively as table groups.

 

Reception - Number City!

Reception have been practising their counting to 20 when building towers with different amounts of blocks.

 First they had to recognise and say the number, then count the correct number of blocks using one-to-one correspondence. Finally they needed to make sure that the last number they counted in their tower, matched the number on the mat.

Reception - Great Gardeners!

We've been busy in Reception, planting seeds and flowers in our garden. We've talked lots about what plants need to grow - soil, sun and water. We will continue to observe our plants over the next few weeks to see how they change. 

Year 4 - Exploring Electricity – Learn About Circuits!

 In this exciting Year 4 science lesson, our young scientists explored the world of electricity by learning all about circuits. 

Students explored how electricity flows, identified components like batteries, wires, bulbs, and switches, and even built their own simple circuits. 

Through hands-on activities and teamwork, they discovered what makes a circuit complete and how switches can control the flow of electricity. A fun, engaging session full of bright ideas and plenty of sparks—just the right kind!

Y3 – Designing Egyptian Collars

This term in DT we are designing, making and evaluating Egyptian collars. This week we planned a simple symmetrical design and tried to include a repeated pattern. We took inspiration from the collars worn by kings and pharaohs thousands of years ago to demonstrate their wealth and power. 

 

 

Y3 Trip to the British Museum – Ancient Egyptians

 

All children in Year 3 had the opportunity to visit the British Museum to see first-hand the real-life artefacts on display as part of the Ancient Egyptian exhibit. The children completed answers about the pots, jewellery and weaponry uncovered from life thousands of years ago in Ancient Egypt. The children found it fascinating to witness how well-preserved a body was having been mummified and buried over 5,500 years ago.

 

Thank you to all the parents and carers that joined us and made this incredible learning experience possible.