Let’s take a look at some of the learning that has happened this week…

Nursery

This week, Nursery children have particularly enjoyed learning their new rhyme-time song, Oh, The Grand Old Duke of York. They had great fun practising the song while incorporating different instruments to find the beat. Through this, they have been developing their motor skills and hand-eye coordination—important skills that will support their letter formation as they move into Reception. 

Reception

In Reception, the children have been learning about human impact on the environment and pollution. They have taken meaningful action in their classroom by running an animal rescue centre in the role-play area and clearing "rubbish" from the ocean on their topic tables. When asked how they could help the environment, Frankie suggested, “You can make a sign saying stop making pollution because it’s bad for the environment.” Meanwhile, Molly shared, “That’s why you shouldn’t drive cars. I always ride my bike.” What thoughtful and responsible young environmentalists!

Year 1

Year 1 has had a fantastic week of learning! In maths, the children have been developing their understanding of partitioning numbers into tens and ones, demonstrating perseverance and a brilliant growth mindset. They also enjoyed an exciting trip to the library, where they explored a variety of books. A special moment was when Divaynshu was thrilled to find Paddington—Miss Emslie’s favourite story! It’s been wonderful to see their enthusiasm for reading and learning continue to grow.

Year 2

Year 2 has been working hard across all subjects. In English, they have been applying suffixes to words and using past-tense verbs to describe their core text, showing fantastic progress in their writing skills. In science, the children explored the importance of a healthy diet. They had engaging discussions about different food groups before designing their own nutritious lunch. It’s been wonderful to see their enthusiasm and creativity shine through!

Year 3

This week, Year 3 pupils have been strengthening their understanding of addition using the column method in a focused catch-up session with Miss White. The group worked with great concentration and determination. Additionally, they had their first lesson on correspondence—it was lovely to see Henry demonstrate a strong grasp of this tricky concept!

Year 4

Year 4 has been exploring the science of sound and vibrations. One of the highlights was making classic string-cup telephones to experience how sound travels. The children were so engaged that the lesson had to be extended! Jacob made an exciting discovery: “If you hold the string, it stops the vibrations and makes the sound quieter.” A great example of scientific curiosity in action!

Year 5

Year 5 had an insightful history lesson this week, learning about the evacuation of children during World War II. Their curiosity led to some fantastic questions about life during that time. Sefa asked, “If the children weren’t dressed smartly, could they get onto the train?” while David wondered, “Who looked after the children when the women were working in factories?” It was wonderful to see their deep engagement and historical inquiry skills developing.

Year 6

Year 6 have been working hard on converting fractions, decimals, and percentages. They have shown fantastic engagement and collaboration, with many stepping up as patient and skilled coaches to support their peers. It has been brilliant to see their teamwork and dedication in action!