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Dividing It Up: Big Numbers, Bright Brains!
Dividing It Up: Big Numbers, Bright Brains!
In Maths, our class has been developing their skills in multiplication and division, focusing on dividing 2-digit and 3-digit numbers by 1-digit numbers. To support deep understanding, we have used a range of strategies, including place value charts and part–whole models, to help students break numbers into smaller, more manageable parts. Using different representations allows students to understand why the methods work, not just how to follow steps. Some learners benefit from the visual support of place value charts, while others take a more logical and structured approach using part–whole models to organise their thinking.
Through these approaches, most students have already developed a strong grasp of division with regrouping, where values are exchanged between place values to allow the division to be completed accurately. Many students are also confidently working with division with remainders, recognising when numbers cannot be shared equally and explaining what the remainder represents. The pace at which students are picking up these concepts has been impressive, and their growing confidence in tackling increasingly complex problems has been wonderful to see.
Measuring up in Year 3
Measuring up in Year 3
The Year 3 mathematicians are absolutely loving hands-on learning when it comes to measurement! We had the opportunity to measure our heights, convert between metres and centimetres, and then order ourselves from tallest to shortest. We even had a go at estimating the heights of our teachers… with some students convinced that Ms A is taller than the door!
The excitement continued with a mini jumping competition to see how far we could jump. Using our skills with measuring tapes, recording results and analysing data, we worked together to identify the top three jumpers in in Year 3. There were some very impressive leaps!
Measuring length certainly proved that maths can be active, engaging and lots of fun – especially when there’s a bit of friendly competition involved!
Ms. Adamcova
Shinny Aprons
Shinny Aprons
Happy New Year from the Food Tech family. We kicked off the term with a blast in our shinny new aprons! Primary students dived into practical , focusing on hygiene and healthy eating.
Our young chefs learnt to make mixed fruit drinks while keeping it clean and safe. We are nurturing future health enthusiasts.
Food Tech Team
Who takes the crown?
Who takes the crown?
This week, Primary French students have been learning about the French tradition of 'Epiphanie', which usually takes place on 6th January. They had the opportunity to taste a real 'Galette des Rois', a delicious French pastry dessert made with Frangipane. Whoever finds the 'feve' (bean) is the 'roi' (king) for the day, and gets to wear a 'couronne' (crown!)
Ms Ellie
Art
Art
KS2 started Term 2 full of energy and enthusiasm in the Art room. The Primary Art space has been filled with beautiful sustainable candle holders from Year 6, excellent Mars-inspired artwork from Year 5, outstanding African masks from Year 4, and spectacular landscapes from Year 3. I am highly impressed by every student’s piece of work. Thank you all for putting so much effort, creativity, and love into each task, it truly shows in your art!
Kezban Fernandez
Year 6 Science: Exploring the Heart in Action
Year 6 Science: Exploring the Heart in Action
This term in Science, our Year 6 students have been learning about the human heart and its vital functions. The children explored how the heart works as a powerful muscle, pumping blood around the body to deliver oxygen and nutrients while removing waste.
To deepen their understanding, the students took part in an exciting hands-on practical investigation, where they examined a real goat heart. This provided a valuable opportunity to observe the heart’s structure up close, including the chambers, valves, and blood vessels, and to make direct links to what they had learnt in class.
Throughout the session, the children demonstrated excellent curiosity, maturity, and respect, asking thoughtful questions and making insightful observations. The practical experience helped bring learning to life and strengthened their understanding of how the heart functions to keep our bodies healthy.
It was a memorable and engaging lesson that combined scientific knowledge with real-world application — a fantastic example of learning through exploration!
Ms. Toyin
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