Teamwork

As part of our SCARF unit of work, Year 6 had to look at teamwork and what skills are needed to work effectively within a team. The children were set a challenge of constructing a 30cm long bridge, which could allow an object to pass underneath and travel over.  

David Hockney

Year 6 looked at how we can best analyse a famous painting. We looked at how artists tell stories or show feelings through their artwork. We interpreted the painting by trying to suggest its meaning, and looked closely to try and identify and notice small details, describing them after sketching.

Online Safety – Digital Footprints

As part of our online safety unit, we looked at digital footprints, and how they can affect employability, the impressions we get of people, and future prospects. We assessed candidates based on their experiences and digital footprints across social media. From this, we looked at the information that would possibly Read more…

Blurred Lines

Year 6 have had the opportunity to watch the ‘Blurred Lines’ video and monologue, which explore the issues young people face with regards to county lines.   The children watch a video before completing activities provided, which helps explore everything from unfamiliar vocabulary and terms used, danger signs to look Read more…

Online Safety

As part of our Purple Mash unit, we looked at playing and creating a game to help us understand the dangers around using the internet and social media. We used the information we had learnt, to create the game and then tested it out. We also took a quiz to Read more…

PGL day 3

Last night the children enjoyed all their snacks they’d bought at the shops and relaxed ready for a fun filled day today. They kick started the day with a big breakfast followed by team games. Then we headed over to the zip line and trapeze where the children thoroughly enjoyed Read more…

PGL

The children have had a wonderful night sleep and they’ve thoroughly enjoyed breakfast this morning. This morning the children have done abseiling, orienteering, giant swing and challenge course. Every child has been amazing and really tried to conquer their fears of heights. Well done all.

We’ve Arrived At PGL

Year 6 have safely arrived at PGL, and have already enjoyed activities such as abseiling, climbing and sensory trail. We’re currently playing archery tag and designing a device to keep a water balloon safe when it’s dropped from the roof of the centre!

Organ Systems

As part of our Cells topic, we looked at the different organ systems in our body. We found that because organisms like humans, plants and animals have so many complex processes within them to stay alive, organs can’t carry out these roles on their own. To enable us to live, Read more…