Mathematics
Place Value Fun
Year 4 have been busy this morning representing 1000s, 100s, 10s and 1s using counters. There was some excellent discussion using mathematical words. We have even worked on challenges in groups to solve problems.
Design Technology
Building fun
This morning Maple have been busy building! A lady from the school building project carried out a session with us all about ‘Structures’. We had to make tetrahedrons using the wooden sticks. We then got busy trying to make the biggest structure we could with them. The children all had Read more…
Science
Teethbrushing Fun!
Year 4 Maple were busy today investigating how good we are at brushing our teeth properly. We’re pleased to report that everyone is doing a good job at brushing away plaque from their teeth!
Mathematics
Maths Roadshow
Well done to everyone today for some fantastic maths investigating! Wonderful teamwork and excellent reasoning skills shown. What a great way to make use of all your maths skills 😀0⃣✖️➕➖➗📊🎲👐
Design Technology
Rainforest Shelter Building
Year 5 have had a great afternoon building the rainforest shelters they have been designing. Everyone worked really well with their partner, thinking about their design features and changing them where necessary to make sure their shelter was sturdy and protective. Great work Year 5!
Music
Rochdale Youth Festival of Performing Arts
The school choir enjoyed a morning of dancing, singing and musical instrument playing at the Town Hall. They also sang 2 songs of their own to a very appreciative audience. The children were a real credit to the school and so well behaved. Well done children!
Year 6 Sycamore school leavers 2019
Piece of cake anyone?
Year 5 enjoyed a piece of royal wedding cake, courtesy of Simon and his Mum…thanks!!!
Design Technology
Shelters
This half term we are designing and making our own rainforest shelters. This afternoon we have been exploring structures which may be used in the design of our shelters. We discussed and experimented with different ways of joining and combining different materials. The children came up some great ideas for Read more…
Mathematics
Maths Carousel
What a fantastic day Year 5. You have been an amazing help today, showing how responsible and mature you are. Excellent explanations and help have been given to children in KS1 and 2 about how best to solve mathematical problems. Your own attempts at problem solving have also impressed me. Read more…
Year 6 Sycamore school leavers 2019
Year 5 Shared Lunch
Year 5’s shared lunch went really well today. Lots of comments from the adults about how delicious the food was and how nice it was to see their children in their lunchtime environment. A lovely opportunity to eat and chat together. Well done Year 5 😛