Year 5 Art - Making Stronger Marks
This week in Art, Year 5 focused on developing stronger mark-making techniques. Students conducted an in-depth investigation into various pencil types, specifically using 6B pencils to draw and create typography directly over newspaper articles. The primary challenge was ensuring their drawings and writing were bold enough to dominate the underlying text. Following this successful experimentation, they transferred these newly honed skills to plain paper.
Year 5 RE - How do Bible texts teach Christian Values
This week in RE, Year 5 engaged in a thoughtful exploration of biblical texts, working in groups to analyze passages from Corinthians, Thessalonians, Matthew, Colossians, and Philippians. These texts all offered guidance on how to live a Christian life. Our fantastic group discussions allowed students to pull out key themes such as love, prayer, trust in God, and caring for others. They then synthesised these ideas into a summary paragraph before having a profound conversation about the challenges and rewards of applying this advice in their own lives.
Year 5 History - Identifying Viking Objects and how they relate to the Vikings
This week in Year 5 history, we explored a variety of Viking artifacts to deduce their significance. Students were given a collection of objects, including a sword, a compass, a longboat, wool, and grapes, and asked to make connections to Viking life. This activity sparked a great deal of lively discussion, with the grapes proving to be a particularly intriguing puzzle! Our investigation then led us to learn about the incredible saga of Leif Eriksson, and how he discovered Vinland—a land so named for the wild grapes he found and brought back to Greenland.
Year 5 History - Viking Trading Route Board Games
Year 5's History studies this term are currently immersed in the fascinating world of the Vikings. This week, we focused specifically on the critical importance of trade to their civilisation, analyzing the extensive Viking trade routes across the seas. To consolidate this learning, students ingeniously created board games based on these very routes, effectively illustrating the vital role commerce played in Viking life.
Year 5 English - Mythological Creatures Top Trumps
Year 5's English study of The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe led us into the realm of mythology this week. To prepare for innovating a new character inspired by Mr. Tumnus, students delved into researching legendary creatures. We kicked off the unit with an exciting game of Top Trumps, exploring the unique attributes of monsters such as the Gorgon, Siren, and Cyclops, which will serve as excellent inspiration for their final writing task.
Year 5 Maths - Place Value with Gattegno Charts
Year 5 students have been exploring the fascinating world of place value! Using Gattegno charts, they've been busy mastering how numbers change when we add or subtract 10, 100, 1,000, 10,000, or even 100,000. These charts have been a fantastic visual tool, really helping the children grasp the true value of each digit.
Year 5 Science - Separating Mixtures by Sieving
This term, Year 5 scientists have been exploring the fascinating world of mixtures! This week, we became gold prospectors, using different-sized sieves and colanders to separate a mixture of soil and gold glitter flakes. We discovered that the smaller the holes, the more finely the mixture is separated. It was a hands-on lesson that really helped us understand the principles of separation.
Autumn Term Clubs!
Dear Parents, We are delighted to announce our fantastic lineup of after-school clubs for the Autumn term! We've listened to your feedback, and we're so pleased to be able to offer a range of clubs that we believe will be both fun and rewarding for your children. After-school clubs are a wonderful way for students to explore new interests, learn a new skill, and make new friends. This term, we have a variety of options to choose from, including: Debating Club: A great opportunity for confident speakers and those who want to build their confidence to express themselves. Yoga Club: Perfect for all ages, this club focuses on helping children find calmness and balance while building strength and flexibility. Football Club: An exciting chance for students to improve their skills and play in a supportive team environment. Dance Club: A fun way to get creative and learn new routines and styles. Cross Stitch Club: A chance to learn a new, creative skill and design a cross-stitched bookmark. Junk Modelling: An imaginative club where children can turn everyday "junk" into something new and exciting. History Club: For those who love to research and learn about significant figures from around the past. Clubs will begin the week of September 15th and run until the week of November 24th. The cost for most clubs is £4.00 per week, which is £40.00 for the full 10-week term, with some clubs being free. Please take a look at the attached flyer for full details on each club, including the day, time, leader, and year groups. To sign up, please visit ParentPay. If you need any assistance with signing up or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school office. We look forward to seeing your children get involved in these great activities!
Mental Health and Wellbeing - Recognising and Managing Stress
Stress is something we all experience – but for children and young people, it can feel especially overwhelming. This guide presents 10 simple, actionable strategies to help young people manage stress in a healthy and balanced manner. Whether it’s noticing early signs, encouraging open conversations, or modelling calm responses, there are plenty of ideas here to support positive change. Perfect for both school and home settings, the guide equips adults to identify subtle signals of stress and create safe spaces for pupils to open up. It also suggests mindful habits and healthy routines that can become part of daily life, promoting long-term emotional strength and mental wellbeing.
Year 5 - Beach Pebbles to Remember Mrs Davis
During our recent beach trip to St. Anne's, each Year 5 student collected a unique pebble as a heartfelt memento for Mrs. Davis, who we sadly lost this year. As she would have joined us on this outing, we felt it fitting to bring a piece of the beach to her remembrance tree. The children then painted thoughtful and personal designs on their pebbles, before gently and respectfully placing them around the tree, creating a beautiful and lasting tribute.
Year 5 Geography - Trip to St Anne's Beach
This half term, Year 5 has delved deeply into the vital topic of oceans in Geography, with a particular focus on understanding the pervasive effects of plastic pollution on our seas and beaches. We critically examined personal actions to combat this issue, exploring strategies such as diligent recycling, creative plastic repurposing, and mindful consumption to reduce single-use plastics. Our learning culminated in a valuable field trip to St. Anne's beach, where students actively identified the types of litter present, complementing our classroom discussions with real-world observation. Of course, we also found time to enjoy some well-deserved ice creams and fun in the sand!
Year 5 Art - 3D Art: Theatre Set Designs
This week, Year 5 immersed themselves in the captivating world of theatre set design, following the comprehensive Access Art programme. After critically examining the remarkable work of the set designer for War Horse, students were inspired to sketch initial ideas for their very own theatre productions. They then thoughtfully selected a story to bring to life on their stages, with imaginative choices ranging from The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe to The Little Mermaid and even a Minecraft Movie adaptation! These creative visions were then expertly translated into impressive 3D models.
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