Year 3 News from Miss Boon

It has been a wonderful half term for Year 3.  The children have settled brilliantly and it has been a joy to watch their curiosity grow.  They are embracing new learning experiences with enthusiasm, setting a positive tone for the year ahead.

This half term, our Year 3 children have been thoroughly enjoying their drumming lessons, where they are learning to play to a rhythm. It’s been a joy to watch them show off their creativity and enthusiasm, as they develop their musical skills, coordination, and teamwork. 

Year 3 have also been spending time with Chef Luis, harvesting the potatoes they planted last year and turning them into delicious, crispy chips.  The children had a fantastic time learning about the farm-to-table process and of course, enjoying the tasty results of their hard work!

As creative learners, Year 3 children have been extending their learning with fantastic home projects, including making their own globes to showcase their geography knowledge of continents and lines of latitude, as well as creating impressive structures representing climate zones.  We are incredibly proud of their creativity and hard work.  Well done Year 3! 

Year 6 News from Miss Nazu

It has been a busy and exciting time in Year 6, with children engaging in a wide range of hands-on and creative learning activities across the curriculum.

In History, we have been exploring the fascinating Kingdom of Benin. As part of our topic, the children have studied the significance of the Benin Bronzes and their cultural importance. They then had the opportunity to create their own Benin Bronzes using traditional patterns and designs. The results were truly impressive, showcasing both their artistic skills and their understanding of this unique historical period.

In Science, our focus has been on Electricity. The children conducted experiments to investigate what happens to the brightness of a bulb when additional bulbs are added to a simple circuit. This practical activity helped deepen their understanding of electrical circuits, allowing them to explore concepts such as resistance and current through observation and discussion.

In Design and Technology, the children have been hard at work on a project to create vehicles with pulley mechanisms. This involved careful planning, problem-solving, and teamwork as they designed and built their models. The finished vehicles are a testament to the children's creativity and engineering skills.

It’s been wonderful to see the children so engaged and enthusiastic about their learning this term. Thank you for your continued support at home.

Year 2 News from Miss Cocker

We have had a fantastic few weeks in Year 2!  The children are working hard and are enjoying their new topics It’s been great to see their enthusiasm for learning and their curiosity about the world around them.

In History, we began exploring the fascinating history of Hackney.  This week, the children learned about the diverse people who live in and have moved to Hackney over the years.  They were also invited to share interesting facts about their own families as part of their homework, and it was lovely to see so many children learning about each other's families. 

In Maths, Year 2 had fun measuring objects and practising drawing accurate lines in centimetres. The children enjoyed using rulers and exploring how measurements are used in everyday life. They also began to understand the importance of accuracy when measuring objects.Next week, Year 2 will begin an exciting new topic in Maths – Representing Data! We will be learning how to collect, organise, and interpret data using different methods like pictograms, tables, and block diagrams.

In Science, we explored food webs and discussed how animals and plants are connected in nature. The children enjoyed creating their own food webs, learning about predators, prey, and how energy flows through different ecosystems. It was a fun and hands-on lesson that sparked lots of interest and discussion.

We also had a very exciting visit from the London Fire Brigade, who taught the children about fire safety. The children learned about the important role the fire brigade plays in keeping us safe, as well as how to stay safe at home in case of a fire. It was an informative and engaging session, and the children asked lots of thoughtful questions.

Year 5 news from Miss Onyeanusi

Maths

This week in year 5 the children have been making rapid progress in developing their mathematical reasoning skills.  The children have taken the opportunity to develop their critical thinking and problem-solving strategies.  The children are also being encouraged to explain why they chose a particular method, how they arrived at an answer and to recognize if their solution makes sense.  Here's a look at how your children have grown in these areas.

History

This week also saw the start of the children's new History topic on the Vikings.  Learning about History exposes the children to the richness of diverse cultures, beliefs, and ways of life.  By learning about different civilizations, traditions, and historical experiences, they get to develop empathy and a broader worldview.  This helps the children to foster a greater appreciation for cultural diversity and promotes tolerance and understanding in a globalized society.  The children in one week have learnt how the Vikings were innovative explorers and warriors and they really enjoyed making their Viking shields.

Writing

Finally the children started their new writing unit on Myths and Legends!  They relished the opportunity to write using challenging vocabulary, adverbials and speech.  Then the children did a fantastic job editing and improving their work further to make it more engaging to read.