Y5 The Highwayman
Y5 have been enjoying. writing their independent pieces for The Highwayman. We've also been practising our oracy by reading our final pieces aloud.
Y5 Anti-Bullying Week
This week, Y5 have been taking part in Anti-Bullying week - focusing on respect, using respectful resolutions and suggestions even when faced with a confrontation, so that we can all voice our opinions whilst maintaining respect, kindness and courtesy for each other. We took part in a live lesson…
Y5 Battle of Britain
Year Five have immersed themselves in the key dates of The Battle of Britain, learning about RADAR, The Greatest Day, The Hardest Day and Battle of Britain Day - when the Luftwaffe ended their unsuccessful campaign to dominate the skies over Britain. #embrace #wemakethedifference…
Y5 Remembrance Week
Year Five have started Remembrance Week off with a bang! We visited Western Approaches HQ in Liverpool, to learn about The Battle of the Atlantic and The Battle of Britain. We saw the famous map room, took a tour of a typical street during the blitz and handled historical artifacts. What an…
Y5 Learn about Nelson Mandela
Year Five have been learning about Nelson Mandela as part of Black History Month. We researched who he was and how he became a symbol of unity and hope for the people of South Africa - fighting against apartheid laws. #embrace #blackhistorymonth #wemakethedifference
Y5 smashing their reading
Year Five are flying with their reading books - some of us on our 5th reading book in 6 weeks! Every morning, we come into class and whip our books out for some quality reading time. #enjoy #reading #wemakethedifference
Year 5 investigate Anglo-Saxon artefacts
Year 5 were fascinated by the range of Viking and Anglo-Saxon artefacts we had on display - introducing them to the Anglo-Saxon invasion of Britain in the next part of our history learning. We looked at a Viking sword hilt, a shield boss, Anglo-Saxon pottery stamps and coins they would have…
Y5 Zones of Regulation
Y5 have been learning about the Zones of Regulation - a way of identifying how we feel in given moments and letting trusteed adults around us know. This helps to regulate our own emotions and allows adults to support us no matter which zone we're in. #embrace #wemakethedifference
Y5 app design
Y5 have been adding to their app design, this week, by creating icons, positioning them for greater usability and adding a welcome message to their home page.
Y5 get cracking with maths!
Year 5 have been cracking on from the word 'GO' this week - working hard on their maths. Position & Direction, drawing 2D shapes and plotting co-ordinates. A superb start to the year! #embrace #wemakethedifference
Aspirations Week 2024
Year 4 have LOVED exploring different jobs this week. So far, we’ve met a barrister, paramedic and a scientist! They’ve been discussing different job roles that they’d like when they’re older.