Anning Class

Modules 1 & 2

Module 2

Remembrance Service at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy

On 11th of November 2025, we attended the Remembrance Service at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, to which we had been kindly invited. It was a meaningful opportunity to remember and honour those who have served and sacrificed in times of conflict. One of our students in Anning Class proudly joined Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy in laying the wreath during the ceremony. Our students were very respectful throughout the service, showing great maturity and empathy during this important occasion. As an IB school, we demonstrated our international mindedness by reflecting on the importance of peace, respect, and unity across all nations, recognising that remembrance is a shared value that connects communities around the world.

Module 1

Community Participation

We went to Dartford by public transport for our Participation Day. We began by exploring Holy Trinity Church, where we learned about why people go to church and its importance in the community. Afterwards, we visited a charity shop to donate some items and discussed the value of being caring and the important role that volunteers play. Next, we went to the library, where we read some books and played games together. We also explored Dartford Museum before finishing the day at Dartford Central Park, where our students had some free time to interact with their peers while getting some exercise. It was a great day!

After our visit, we wrote about our experiences visiting different places in our community, reflecting on what we had learned and enjoyed.

Exploring Our Community in Dartford 

Ahead of our Community Participation Day, we researched the places we will visit in Dartford. We found out information about Holy Trinity Church, the library, the museum, and Dartford Central Park. We then created Google Slides presentations to share what we learned.

Yayoi Kusama

We researched the artist Yayoi Kusama and learned about her unique style, especially her use of dots. Inspired by her work, we created our own paintings using lots of colourful dots! 

Maths

In maths, we’ve been building on our understanding of place value. The students have been using their number skills to solve problems and explain their thinking, showing increasing confidence with larger numbers. 

Visit to the Kent Police Museum

Our class recently enjoyed an exciting and educational trip to the Kent Police Museum. Students thoroughly enjoyed this interactive experience, where they learned about the history of the police and the vital role they play in keeping our communities safe. Highlights of the visit included trying on real police uniforms, sitting on a police motorbike, and exploring a range of equipment such as handcuffs, batons, and radios. After the museum visit, we headed to the beautiful Faversham Recreation Ground for a relaxing picnic. The day ended with some well-earned free time, where students had fun playing and exploring the playground. Everyone had a great time, combining hands-on learning with plenty of fun and unforgettable moments.

European Day Of Languages 

On Friday, 26th September 2025, Anning Class proudly celebrated the European Day of Languages with the theme, ‘Languages open hearts and minds’.  This special day highlighted how languages have the power to connect us, inspire new ideas, and broaden our horizons.

As an International Baccalaureate (IB) school, we recognise the importance of celebrating linguistic and cultural diversity. Embracing multiple languages is central to nurturing globally minded learners who are open, curious, and compassionate.

Our pupils enjoyed a range of fun, inclusive, and accessible activities designed to engage all students through visual, sensory, and interactive experiences. This ensured everyone could take part and appreciate the richness of languages and cultures.

The celebration was a wonderful reminder of how languages open doors to understanding and unity within our community.

Literacy and Communication

We read the wonderful book The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi, and the children really enjoyed the story! Before we began reading, we made some thoughtful predictions about what the book might be about, based on the title and cover illustration. As we read, the class was engaged and curious, and we had some great discussions about names, identity, and kindness. It was a meaningful story that helped us reflect on the importance of respecting and celebrating each other's uniqueness.