We evaluated different ingredients last lesson so this lesson we could choose the most appropriate ingredients for our tarts. We chose tomato base or a BBQ base with tomatoes, spinach and cheese. We made some tarts that did not have veggies on them just in case someone didn’t like spinach Read more
We researched different chicken fajita recipes to decide which would be easiest to recreate. From this we used Purple Mash to create our own recipe cards.
This half term we will be creating our own ‘Doodlers’ using electrical circuits. In todays lesson we have investigated the ‘Doodlers’ and by taking them apart and trying different ways of reconstructing them. We investigated different equipment and evaluated which items worked best and why. Next, the children will design Read more
In year 1 this half term we have been learning about structures and exploring how they can be made stronger and more stable. We have been using tools, equipment and different materials to construct a windmill structure. Children have been developing skills such as cutting, shaping, joining and finishing during Read more
In Science last half-term, Year 1 learnt all about materials and their properties. This half-term we are using this knowledge for our new topic ‘Building things’. To link with our careers learning, today we had a special visit from Mr Singleton. Mr Singleton is our school site manager and he Read more
We did really well chopping and peeling the vegetables using the equipment. They learned some chopping techniques and how to hold the food still so they didn’t cut their fingers. The claw grip and bridge grip were used to help with this. Well done Year 3!
This half term Year 5 are going to be creating ‘doodlers’ using a motorised circuit. We have identified the different components and investigated how to create a simple series circuit. The children had lots of fun when they were able to power their fans.
This half term we are learning about keeping healthy. In Science we are learning about the different functions of the body and in Design & Technology we are learning about the healthy food plate. For our first lesson in D&T we have been looking at the different food groups: carbohydrates, Read more
This half term, year 4 are focusing on structure during their DT topic. For the first lesson, the children worked together to create small 3D structures that we are to stand alone. They create different shapes to hold together and begin to understand how structures need stability and reinforcement.
Juniper enjoyed a visit to Newhouse Academy yesterday. They had a fantastic time. We started by making pizzas in Food Technology and then went on to make a keyring in Design Technology. Both the teachers were really impressed with their cookery skills and their sanding, gluing and clamping skills. Read more