Image of Year 1 - P.E - Team Building - Working As A Team
12 Feb

Year 1 - P.E - Team Building - Working As A Team

Year 1 used communication skills to work as a team to complete tasks in the hall.

Image of Year 1 - Computing/English - Algorithms.
6 Feb

Year 1 - Computing/English - Algorithms.

Year 1 have been deepening their understanding of instructions. We looked at the importance of clear, precise language which would help the reader to understand what needed to be done. With this in mind, we partnered up and gave clear instructions for planting cress - we hope to see some results soon! This also helped to solidify our computing knowledge of algorithms, a digital step by step set of instructions.

Image of year 1 - Aim High Morning.
6 Feb

year 1 - Aim High Morning.

On Thursday morning, Year 1 attended a wonderful fair in the hall called "Aim High". Each exciting stall was run by people from our community, ready to answer all of the questions about their booths we could possibly think of! Year 1 enjoyed learning their names in sign language, discovering how saving money benefits us in the future, brushing the giant teeth with the dentist, speaking to Rev Kev about his role as our priest and getting a chance to ride the pretend horse. The children were fully captivated by every opportunity and all came away from the experience beaming.

Image of Year 1 - Science - Absorbency
30 Jan

Year 1 - Science - Absorbency

This week in science, Year 1 have been exploring materials and their properties. We looked at materials that are absorbent and those which are not. Our experiment was very interesting and we found out that not only are plastic wallets non-absorbent, but they are also waterproof!

Image of Year 1 - RE - Jesus Calms The Storm
29 Jan

Year 1 - RE - Jesus Calms The Storm

In RE, Year 1 has been thinking about how Jesus was special. Today they acted out the story of Jesus calming the storm. They enjoyed pretending to be on a boat in a storm and thought about how the disciples would have felt. They then reflected on times that they have felt scared and what made them feel calm again.

Image of Wake Up Wednesday - Health and Fitness Apps
22 Jan

Wake Up Wednesday - Health and Fitness Apps

Over time, more and more fitness apps have been finding their way into circulation. Usually free to download – at least initially – these apps claim to offer helpful advice and assistance in routine management to those looking to lead a healthier lifestyle. While these platforms can be useful, they do present several safety concerns. These issues become more significant when we consider that children and young people can use these apps to stay active – whether out of concern for their own health or for reasons of body image. Our free guide breaks down the risks of health and fitness apps and offers expert advice on how to address these concerns to safeguard younger users.

Image of Year 1 - Art And Design - Sculpting Using Paper
21 Jan

Year 1 - Art And Design - Sculpting Using Paper

Year 1 are exploring sculptures in their Art and Design lessons. This week we experimented with joining, folding and rolling paper in different ways to create various sculptures.

Image of Year 1 - P.E. - Team Building
21 Jan

Year 1 - P.E. - Team Building

Year 1 have been learning team building skills during their P.E lessons this half term. This week they explored how they could manipulate the parachute in different ways by working together.

Image of Year 1 - Computing - Following An Alogrithm
21 Jan

Year 1 - Computing - Following An Alogrithm

Year 1 are working on the unit Lego Builders. They are learning how precise instructions are essential for programming a computer. This week they followed a set of instructions to produce a coloured bird.

Image of Spring Clubs!
15 Jan

Spring Clubs!

Our spring clubs are now available to book via ParentPay. They are a great way for children to learn a new skill and to socialise with others. Please log on to your ParentPay account to book, if you need any help please contact the office.

Image of Online Safety - TikTok
15 Jan

Online Safety - TikTok

With 22% of its billion-strong userbase being between the ages of 13 and 17, the popularity of TikTok among the younger generation is indisputable

Image of Year 1 P.E. - Team Building - Working Together
13 Jan

Year 1 P.E. - Team Building - Working Together

Year 1 began a new unit of P.E this week called Team Building. The children enjoyed working in pairs to carry balls across the hall using different body parts and learning how to stand up back to back in pairs.