Shiver me timbers! The children had a fantastic time during our Pirate Day, which linked perfectly with our Commotion in the Ocean topic.

 

Year 5/6 Penguins had a fantastic time getting creative in the kitchen as they baked World Cup–themed cupcakes inspired by the England flag. Working alongside Mrs Hemus and Mrs Malpas, the class took on each stage of the process with great enthusiasm and teamwork. Some children carefully measured the ingredients, while others enjoyed mixing the batter and preparing it for baking. Once baked to perfection, the cupcakes were beautifully decorated in red and white designs, proudly reflecting the England theme. Finally, the pupils carefully packed their creations, ready to take home. It was a fun and engaging activity that combined teamwork, practical skills, and a touch of World Cup excitement!

 

 

 

Last night, we were delighted to welcome the parents and carers of our new Nursery and Reception children who will be joining us this September.

Swans Class worked brilliantly in their recent music lesson as they explored the wonders of space through sound. Inspired by the planets, the children became young composers, creating their own imaginative pieces of music while developing their understanding of pitch and dynamics.

The lesson combined creativity with key musical skills. Pupils explored how pitch can represent the size and movement of planets, using lower sounds for giant planets like Jupiter and higher notes for smaller ones such as Mercury. At the same time, they experimented with dynamics, carefully choosing when their music should be loud, soft, or gradually changing to reflect the atmosphere and energy of each planet.

Working collaboratively in small groups, the children used notes C, E and G and voices to bring their ideas to life. Some groups created powerful, booming compositions to represent stormy gas giants, while others produced gentle, shimmering sounds to reflect icy and distant worlds. The classroom was filled with imaginative soundscapes that truly captured the mystery and excitement of space.

The highlight of the lesson was a performance session, where each group shared their planetary compositions. Swans Class showed excellent teamwork, creativity, and confidence as they performed for their peers.

This engaging lesson not only deepened pupils’ understanding of musical concepts but also encouraged them to think creatively and make connections with their wider learning about space.

Well done, Swans Class, for your fantastic musical journeys across the solar system!

 

This week, our pupils stepped into the shoes of real-life biologists as they investigated one of nature’s most fascinating ideas: how birds’ beaks have adapted to help them survive in different environments. Using a selection of &

Owls had an amazing day at the Thinktank in Birmingham.