We have been learning about the climate in a rainforest and how different it is from the climate in the UK. The children produced a weather report from rainforests around the world and presented them to the class in the style of a TV reporter.
In Literacy this morning Yr.6 used dramatical techniques to help them empathise with the characters in a short story by Michael Morpurgo. They travelled down conscience corridors helping each other to make decisions by giving the pros and cons and answered questions in role.
This morning twelve children from Yr.6 headed to Pelham House Care Home to spend time with and read to some of the residents. Yr.6 shared their Michael Morpurgo books and chatted about the stories. The session was enjoyed by the residents and the children. Tiki was a popular visitor too!
This week we have taken part in a drama workshop based on our current topic Rainforests. Here are some photos of the children in action!
Ian from Kic Theatre was in school today and ran an amazing session with Year 4 about our topic of Europe. Enthusiastically, the children packed imaginary suitcases and began a journey into Europe travelling to France either under the sea, on the sea, by air or some even swam! Having visited various places in France, the … Continue reading
This morning most of the school went to watch ‘Once Upon a Snowflake’ at the Quarterhouse. It was a fantastic, wintery show with amazing musical and special effects. The story was told through drama, singing and shadow puppetry. The children loved it! A big thank you to the Quarterhouse for allowing us to come. We … Continue reading
On Friday, the second half of Class 5 enjoyed a wonderful morning at Minnis Moor Stables. The pupils took part in taster riding lessons and took turns to ride in a small horse carriage. We learnt the basics of horse grooming and were taught more about the roles of horses in World War I. Finally, … Continue reading
In the film adaptation of the book ‘War Horse’ there are some stunning sunset scenes with silhouettes of the horses. Today Yr.6 creates their own sunsets using a water colour wash and added silhouettes to these. We’re sure you’ll agree that they have created some beautiful scenes.
Today, half of Class 5 were give the wonderful opportunity to spend the morning at Minnis Moor Stables. The trip complimented this term’s study of War Horse by Michael Morpurgo. The children spent time learning the basics of riding and even progressed onto a rising trot by the end of the lesson. We took turns … Continue reading
Today we celebrated the end of our Topic, ‘Famous Women in History’, by coming to school dressed up as a famous person. This morning we wrote diary entries based on the lives of these people. Then, this afternoon we had a party to recognise what these people did in history and how they advanced the … Continue reading
This week some members of Yr.5 headed to Pelham House to read to the residents. …
Tiki had a busy few terms before Christmas. She had a role in the school…
Dear Parents, Our new Topic will be Occupations. This topic will involve learning about different…
Yr.6 experimented with acids (vinegar and lemon juice) this morning. They found that some substances…
