Computing
Coding in Year 5
This afternoon, Year 5 worked hard to complete a coding challenge. We discussed what an algorithm is and created our own on 2code. We used our coding skills to design a under the sea scene and create moving parts.
Science
Exploring the size and scale of the solar system
Year 5 used their maths skills to complete a table containing the size of the planets and their distances from the sun. We quickly realised that we wouldn’t be able to measure these out in the classroom so we scaled the measurements down. We explored which fruits would best represent Read more…
Science
Science investigations
This morning Year 5 were lucky enough to have a visitor come in to class to carry out some exciting investigations. We learnt how to be safe with lots of different materials and completed challenges to sort and observe the materials.
Science
Solar system research
This afternoon Year 5 worked hard researching the solar system. We used the laptops to find out information about different planets. We discovered lots of information including the size of the planets, the distance from the sun and whether they were Jovian or terrestrial. The children worked in pairs to Read more…
Science
Year 5 Pollination
This afternoon, we enjoyed carrying out a practical activity to demonstrate how plants are pollinated by insects. First the children drew a brightly coloured flower to attract insects. I then gave each child some nectar (cheese puffs). The class were transformed into bees and ate the delicious nectar. Whilst eating Read more…
Computing
3D modelling in Year 5
In computing this week, we enjoyed exploring 2 design and make software. We practised using different tools to create 3D houses and vehicles. Next week, we will use these skills to create our final product of food packaging, which links to our topic.
Outdoor learning
Plant studies in year 5
This afternoon, year 5 worked in Kaden’s garden finding out about the roles of different parts of a flower. We then studied the flowers in the garden to see if we could find the different parts. Back in class, we carefully dissected some flowers and managed to find the anther, filament, Read more…
Reading
Year 5 Library visit
This afternoon, Year 5 walked to Heywood Library and enjoyed exploring the books and finding out more about what the library has to offer. Each child chose a book and were all engrossed in the first few pages before we had to set off back to school. We hope this Read more…
Geography
Allotment visit
Year 5 have been working hard on our allotment topic. In school, we studied maps of the local area to find our local allotments. Today, we visited the Cherwell Centre Farm and Gardens. We enjoyed seeing all the animals and we have planted some onion and garlic, which we look Read more…
Outdoor learning
RE outdoors!
This afternoon, Year 5 had a very thought provoking RE lesson in Kaden’s garden. First the children were asked to find something that is beautiful. We had a range of beautiful things collected: flowers, leaves, rocks, shells, fruit, vegetables, spiders and baby snails. The children then presented what they found, Read more…