PYP Inquiry

Little Moles

As we finish the final term of the academic year in the Little Moles classroom, we reflect on the wonderful journey of learning and growth our children have experienced. One of the key themes we focused on was recycling. Through various activities and discussions, the children have learned the importance of recycling and how it benefits our environment. They engaged in hands-on activities such as sorting recyclable materials, creating crafts from recycled items, and understanding the recycling process. This has instilled in them a sense of responsibility and awareness about their impact on the planet.

In addition to our environmental education, we have been diligently preparing some of our children for the transition to ‘big’ school. Whether they will continue their education at Molehill or move to other schools, we hope they leave with the skills and confidence needed for this significant step.

A highlight of the term was the class assembly presented by the Little Moles to the whole school. The children showcased their learning about being resilient and moving forwards to the next step of their journey, demonstrating remarkable confidence and enthusiasm. Their ability to stand up in front of an audience and convey their message was truly impressive and a testament to their growth over the year.

Throughout the term, the children have made tremendous progress both socially and academically. They have built strong friendships, developed their communication skills, and shown a keen interest in learning new things. Their curiosity and enthusiasm have been a joy to witness.

As we conclude this term, I extend my best wishes to all the children for their future endeavours. It has been a pleasure to see them grow and thrive, and I am confident they will continue to do so in their next educational adventures. Congratulations to all our Little Moles for a fantastic year! 

Key Stage One

This term, Key Stage One children have become inventors! They have been exploring the central idea 'Inventions create change and can lead to new possibilities'. They have learned that an invention is the creation of something totally new. They have learned about the importance of inventions and the ways in which significant inventors from the past have been risk takers during the process of creating their inventions. During the term children have learned about the inventors; George Stephenson who invented the first steam engine, Louis Braille who invented a combination of raised dots called braille to help blind people read, Alexander Graham Bell who invented the telephone and Ole Kirk Christiansen who invented Lego. Within their DT lessons the children have learned about the different parts of inventor George Stephenson's steam train, the Rocket and about the uses and features of different vehicles. They have learned about wheels and axels and became inventors to create their own vehicles. The children were also inventors as part of their Science STEM focused week, exploring the features and construction of the Guildhall Museum and working collaboratively in teams to create their own structures strong enough to hold 1kg weights. All Key Stage One staff are incredibly proud of the children's hard work this academic year. It has been a pleasure to watch the children grow in confidence and to become knowledgeable learners. 

Little Moles Graduation

The Little Mole Nursery Leavers' Graduation was a delightful and memorable event, filled with joy and laughter. The fun-filled afternoon featured a variety of activities that kept everyone entertained. The children enjoyed having their faces painted with vibrant designs, playing the classic hook-a-duck game, and decorating delicious biscuits.

The highlight of the afternoon was the graduation ceremony, where each child proudly received their certificate scrolls, marking their achievements and growth during their time at the nursery. The atmosphere was festive with lively music adding to the excitement.

Overall, it was a wonderful celebration of our little graduates, creating beautiful memories for both the children and their families. We wish all our children who are moving onto 'big' school all the best.

National Childhood Day 

In June we collaborated with the NSPCC to firstly recognise National Childhood Day. On this day all staff and students took the opportunity to have fun together, building relationships and trust. The weather was kind to us so classes enjoyed playing together outside.

Later in the month we held virtual assemblies with the NSPCC which aimed to empower children to 'speak out and stay safe' giving children the skills to speak out against abuse and neglect. These assemblies were then followed for Years 2, 5 & 6 with workshops that reinforced this message. We hope that by educating our children to speak out and stay safe that no one in our community suffers in silence. 

The NSPCC's website has a Parent Hub with lots of really useful advice about Early Parenting Skills, Managing Family Life and a section on Friends and Relationships. Please visit it here: NSPCC Parent Hub

EYFS trip to Joss Bay 

Little Moles, Kangaroo and Koala classes all enjoyed their trip to Joss Bay. The children have been gaining a deeper knowledge and understanding of the environmental impact of humans on the environment and we used the opportunity of visiting one of Kent's best beaches to help learn and share together all the knowledge and skills  that we have learnt these past two modules. The children enjoyed building sandcastles and dipping their toes in the water. We ate our delicious packed lunches whilst trying not to let the seagulls steal our sandwiches and finally we enjoyed an ice cream  before heading home.  A perfect Summer trip to round off a successful school year.