Fieldmice and Hedgehog Class:

We have been reading We’re going on a Bear Hunt and enjoyed taking part in the Bear Hunt activity trail outside.  We have also been enjoying the story of The Colour Monster and have been talking about our feelings and how we can help people when they are feeling down.  In science we have been using the dark tent to look at colour filters through a torch which has been great fun!  In art we have been reproducing Sunflowers by Vincent Van Gogh using watercolours.

Squirrel Class:

really impressed us this week with their Great Fire of London knowledge. They absolutely smashed their end of unit quiz and have been impressing Mrs Newman and visitors with their fantastic fire facts. In Science we have been learning the names and identifying British plants, wild flowers and trees. In the half term if you have any seeds you could plant and grow in your window at home that would be a great activity to keep your child thinking about our current topic.

Fox Class:

have demonstrated the Character virtues of determination and resilience. Over the last two weeks, Fox class have learnt about the rock cycle in Science and explained this brilliantly to all of the adults who have visited the classroom. This half term, Fox class have shown amazing resilience and determination to learn. Every lesson, they ask great questions to further their understanding and are so enthusiastic. This is especially highlighted in our French lessons!

I cannot believe that we are half way through the school year!

Everyone in Fox class has started to learn about our focus artist Henri Matisse. They have created beautiful art pages reflecting Matisse’s bright colours. I have been very impressed with how they have written their thoughts and ideas about a variety of his artwork.

Stag Class:

demonstrated critical thinking in our History lessons this fortnight, learning about the Windrush Generation. I have been so impressed with the way that they are now thinking like historians – observing sources carefully, asking questions and drawing conclusions. We have learned about the challenges the Windrush pioneers faced, and discovered what a positive impact they had on our workforce, culture and community. The children are so knowledgeable and I’m really proud of the way they are able to talk about their learning.

We’ve started a new English unit on explanatory texts, and we have been looking at the use of organisational devices such as bullet points and subheadings. When we come back after half term, we’ll be working towards writing our own explanatory text to link with our Science unit on Living, Growing and Changing.

For demonstrating our school values of confidence and friendliness. Victoria, has demonstrated confidence in every lesson, as she is keen to explain to the class how she has solved a problem. She also shows friendliness to others by including everyone in class discussions and being a kind friend on the playground. Well done Victoria!

Charlie in Hedgehog Class

For demonstrating the virtues of motivation and kindness. Charlie has been a star in phonics in particular, both reading and writing with ever-growing confidence.  Charlie has also been very kind to children who are younger than him, regularly offering to escort them into the lunch hall. Well done Charlie!

Joseph in Squirrel Class

For resilience and determination in phonics, Joseph has been a great example in green group, recognising lots of sounds and read his words with confidence. Well done Joseph.

Jack in Fox Class

Everyday, Jack demonstrates the character virtues of aspiration and leadership. He leads by example with his hard work and ability to explain a concept. In Science, Jack led a group sorting the properties of rocks. He has great aspiration to be a palaeontologist, and I have no doubt that with his great drive and determination, he will achieve this.

Orla in Stag Class

For demonstrating creativity in her incredible written work. Orla’s adventure story, set in Pompeii, is incredibly well-crafted, with      brilliant dialogue and evocative description. Orla is also extremely polite, always ready with a thank you, and is an excellent role model for the younger members of the school. Well done Orla!

Well done Everybody

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