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Teach active

During maths lessons on a Friday we complete an active maths lesson, consolidating everything we have learnt that week. During these lessons, we play games and our lessons are very active and sometimes competitive! Here Read more

Fieldwork

In Geography this half term, we have been focusing on fieldwork skills. As part of our learning, we explored directional language and practised using the points of a compass. Using an aerial map of Queen’s Read more

Marble runs

As part of British Science Week, we designed and built marble runs. We applied the skills we had developed during our Skills Builder lessons, particularly teamwork and communication. Each group nominated a leader whose role Read more

STEAM week

During STEAM week, we completed a number of fun activities! This year’s theme was ‘curiosity’. In Science lessons, we looked at the question ‘ Does the way food look change how it tastes.’ We found Read more

British Science Week

This week year 1 have been celebrating British Science Week. Now known as STEAM. For each different part of our week we have focused on different activities. Our science activity asked us to think about Read more

British Science Week

British Science Week In Year 5 Juniper, we have been carrying out lots of exciting activities to celebrate British Science Week. Over the past week, we have had British Science Week themed lessons in many Read more

Scientists at home

Our budding scientists have shown incredible enthusiasm and dedication by completing science experiments at home each week. From exploring fascinating chemical reactions to investigating the wonders of the natural world, they have approached every challenge Read more

British Science Week

British Science week – STEAM lessons based on the theme Curiosity Science – We learnt about how birds build nests using natural materials to keep their eggs safe. We then went to Forest School and Read more

The Lowry

Birch had a wonderful trip to the Lowry this week. They learned all about the famous artist L.S Lowry and his artwork. During the visit, the children had the opportunity to explore the gallery and Read more

British Science Week

We have had a very fun filled week in Birch class taking part in activities to celebrate British Science week. In DT, the children baked their own bread. They worked hard to learn what ingredients Read more

British Science Week

British Science Week in Year 3 Year 3 have had a fantastic time celebrating British Science Week with a range of exciting science and design technology activities. As part of our Design and Technology learning, Read more