Metheringham Primary School

Foundation Stage The Reception children have been learning about freezing and melting in Science. They have learnt the words 'solid' and 'liquid' when talking about the changes of the materials. They particularly enjoyed tasting their ice lollies.  

Key Stage One The children in Key Stage One are enjoying their music sessions with the Lincolnshire Music Service. There are always lots of smiles and laughter as the children learn songs and participate in activities to develop an understanding of rhythm, beat, tempo and pitch. Singing is in full swing as the children master the Nativity songs- they sound fantastic. 

Lower Key Stage Two This week, the children showcased incredible teamwork during their basketball games, demonstrating both skill and collaboration on the court. They also completed their PANTS lesson, reinforcing the important message that private parts are private, identifying safe adults, and discussing the difference between good and bad secrets. In Geography, the children explored how rivers support settlements by providing leisure, transport, and farming opportunities. They learned about major UK rivers, including the Thames, the Severn (the longest in the UK), and our closest river, the Witham. Great work, everyone! 

Upper Key Stage Two Week 5: done! It's going to be December next week; how has that come around so quickly?! In English this week, UKS2 have moved onto the Innovation part of their writing journey. Using everything they've learnt over the past few weeks: how to build an image of the subject in the reader’s mind; how to talk as an expert; how to hook/ interest the reader; understand the model – effects; understand the tools responsible for the effects; demonstrate use of ‘tools’, they are now drafting their own informative version of a 'Tempest Giant'. The first few paragraphs produced are looking amazing and we can't wait to get lost in a world of the children's Tempest Giants once the finished and polished versions are complete. In PSHE, the children have been learning about 'Family Life' and the different versions that can look like. The children are almost near the end of the RE unit: Being Human (Islam), where they have been learning about the different ways in which religious beliefs impact on individuals’ decisions and actions. 

109 pupils have maintained 100% attendance so far this academic year. 

Last years whole school attendance figure was 95.3%

Current whole school attendance is 97.26%

Our attendance figures this week are as follows:

Well done to The Puffin Class and all classes above 95% attendance this week! 

Super spelling everyone!

Well done to this week's top ten! 

Our Pets as Therapy dog, Tanya, started her sessions with us last week and will now be a regular visitor to school. This half term, she is working with our Happy and Healthy Ambassadors. The children and staff loved their first session with Tanya and they can't wait to see her again. Tanya is always with her handler and a member of school staff is present too. During session one, the children asked brilliant questions about dogs and dog safety, as well as spending some time relaxing with her. Children will only work with Tanya after full permission has been sought from home, via a letter from school.  

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