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We have produced our own volcano art using tiny pieces of volcanic coloured tissue paper (red, yellow, orange and white for smoke). With a gold pen outline, we traced the shape of our volcanic mountain onto black paper to show a contrast of colours.
In Geography we are studying Extreme Earth (Volcanoes, Earthquakes, Tsunamis and Tornados). This week we looked at Volcanoes and even recreated our own volcano eruption! Miss O’Hare demonstrated a volcano eruption by mixing baking powder, red food colouring and vinegar. It was very exciting! Continue Reading
In Science we are looking at Plants! On Monday we each planted our own Sweetpea seed. We need to remember that plants need sunlight and water to grow. We will keep you updated! Continue Reading
As part of our Science topic on Plants, Year 5 were given the opportunity to dissect lilies. We have been learning about reproduction in plants and found out that a flower has both male and female parts. All living things need to make more of themselves so that their species does not die out. Reproduction… Continue Reading
This week, Nurture Group are learning how to work with clay and clay tools to create a nature themed medallion. The children searched the yard for signs of Spring and chose items from nature that would make interesting imprints in their work. We will show you the finished products next week! Continue Reading
Did you know that rainbows are actually circles? Last week, Nurture Group were learning about the conditions needed for rainbows to appear and what happens as the sunlight hits the rain drops. Pupils then made their own artistic interpretations of rainbows for a display. They were beautiful! Continue Reading
Last week, Year 4 Nurture Group started a gardening project. Over the coming weeks they will be tidying up the Prayer Garden in the KS1 yard, growing plants and making bird boxes to attract more wildlife into our yard. They are doing this as part of their RSPB Silver Award for looking after wildlife. They… Continue Reading
In History this term, we have been learning about the Ancient Egyptians. This week we focused on the process of mummification! Mummification is a complicated (and sometimes disgusting!) process, which involves preparing and preserving a body for the afterlife. It is fascinating! In class, we wrote and illustrated each step to demonstrate our understanding of… Continue Reading
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Year 1 have been busy preparing for Easter. They have made their cards, written about the Easter story, made crispy cakes and Easter chick decorations. Today, they had an Easter egg hunt! Continue Reading
