In Science, Year 4 have kick-started their new science topic; States of matter. They explored the properties of solids, liquids, and gases by investigating balloons filled with ice, water, and air and discussed how each state of matter behaves differently.

This week, children in year 4 took part in Bikeability. Some learnt to ride for the very first time, while others sharpened their skills and grew in confidence. We were so proud of their determination!

The children have been using their oracy skills to retell the section of Zog that they will be writing about next week. They created their 's' plans before telling their friends what was happening.

In PSHE this week, the Year 1 children have continued to discuss and reflect on what responsible behaviour in school and the classroom looks like.

In Year 1 this week, outdoor PE was a real pleasure in the sunshine! We have been battling the cold and rain. The children completed their topic on Fundamental Movement Skills, by learning to throw and kick a ball from their hand. This was a tricky skill to master, but there was some real success by the end of the session!

Children in year 4 explored maps of UK theme parks and designed symbols for their own theme park maps. Look out for their fantastic creations coming soon!

Reception children have been working collaboratively to design and make an igloo using construction materials.

Reception have been practising their understanding of prepositions.

Reception shared what they would take into space.

Reception continue to develop their understanding of number exploring numbers 8 and 9.

Reception showed their understanding of polar regions by selecting the correct clothes for their characters to wear.

Reception have learnt more about recycling and how to look after the planet.

In maths this week, Year 1 have completed their thinking about teen numbers with a teen number hunt in the classroom and a game using dice. They worked hard to partition the numbers and show their understanding of how they are made.

Year 1 started their new Geography topic this week and are beginning to investigate 'why penguins don't fly'. They spent time observing and recording their ideas about what Antarctica is like and what animals live there.

The children were inspired by their poetry week and spent time planning and creating their own poems based on what makes them happy.

Y6 have produced some fantastic diary entries based on the amazing book Oranges in No Mans Land. Well done :)

We have continued our learning about teen numbers this week in Year 1. The children have been refining their knowledge of partitioning and problem solving to identify missing numbers in an equation.

In Maths last week, Year 1 were investigating 'teen numbers'. The children looked at what numbers they are made of by partitioning and combining them and understanding how their names are made.

Year 1 have had lots of fun during their Number Day celebrations. We started with art using paint, loose parts, Lego and pens to create symmetrical artwork. They then had to work systematically to solve the problem of scarves and hats for the penguin from our story Lost and Found. Finally they finished off their morning with number and movements - following instructions to move in different ways for a set number of times!

In Science last week, Year 1 continued their exploration of seasonal changes, focusing on Summer. We were very lucky as the sun came out in the afternoon and we were able to use the UV beads to show the strength of the sun in different areas of the playground. We discussed sun safety and what could happen if you look at the sun with your eyes.