In our science topic, we have been looking at properties and changes. Year 5 carried out an experiment to test thermal conductivity. The children had 4 cups per group and wrapped each one in a different material – aluminium foil, bubble wrap and newspaper. The children’s cups were then filled Read more
Following on in our design and technology unit, this week Year 5 Juniper designed and created their own doodlers! They were able to create their design in their books and decide what components they needed to use, where to place them, and what pattern they would like to put on Read more
Well done to those children who are part of our business club this half term. This week, they began to design and create the products and games they will be selling at our Christmas Fair. From bracelets and sweet cones, to decorations and target games, there is something for everyone. Read more
This morning, the Ethos Team had a wonderful trip to church to decorate a Christmas tree which will be displayed In church. We had a lovely festive morning. The tree will be displayed in church during the festive season! .
This half term in Science, we are exploring particles and chemical reactions, so Miss Brown planned a series of hands-on investigations during Forest School. Some of the children practised using flint and steel to start a fire before discussing the different materials we had collected and how quickly each might Read more
Interfaith Week is all about: Building respect between people of different faiths Celebrating similarities and differences Encouraging curiosity, kindness, and open conversations Learning how different beliefs contribute to our shared world We created trees which included root values which are importantly beliefs and principles lots of people can live by. We Read more
We had lots of fun this week reading Zog. The children made their own sentences using pictures to prompt them. They made play dough stars for Zog too to reward him for his efforts and never giving up. We linked this story to careers and growth mindset and discussed wha5 Read more
This afternoon, Year 5 Juniper have started their new Design and Technology unit – Electrical Systems: Doodlers. For today’s lesson, the children looked at the different components that create a simple circuit. They were able to identify crocodile wires, batteries, bulbs and motors. They were able to create their own Read more
Thank you to our governor, Helen Morton, for helping to run our business club for this half term. The club is aimed at supporting pupils in creating a business that produces a profitable product to be sold at our Christmas Fair. From looking at how to start a business, plan Read more
KS2 were able to take part in an online author workshop with the authors of The Dragon Legend series, Katie and Kevin Tsang. We were shown how to plan an adventure story, create maps, mythical creatures, magical characters and much more!