NEWS & EVENTS BLOG

Year 3 have completed a fantastic art project inspired by prehistoric cave art. They began by exploring images of ancient artwork and used pencils and charcoal to draw animals in the style of early humans. These drawings were then upscaled, and pupils created their own 'cave walls' using textured materials like rice and salt to give an authentic, rocky feel. They even mixed their own paint using natural materials to create traditional Stone Age colours before painting their a

This half term, Year 3 have been busy exploring rocks and soil in their science lessons. They looked closely at the different properties of rocks and carried out hands-on investigations to test the permeability of sand, chalk, and clay. Along the way, they learned how to set up a fair test and even planned and wrote their own scientific investigations. It’s been a fantastic opportunity to build enquiry skills and develop a deeper understanding of the world beneath our feet!

Today, Year 2 have been learning about the importance of trees and how by simply donating £1, we can help plant trees in other countries. To further celebrate trees, we created artwork using fallen leaves. First, we created amazing collage animals, then we created a class artwork inspired by the outdoor artist Andy Goldsworthy.

This morning, Year 2 had a fantastic time taking part in an NSPCC Speak Up Workshop. We learnt about our trusted adults at home and at school. We learnt that everyone has the right to feel safe, and who we can talk to if we have any worries or concerns. Finally we made Buddy puppets and explored the NSPCC Website. Now we all have the knowledge we need to stay safe. Speak out. Stay Safe.

Year 2 have been learning about computing. We explored the different uses of IT equipment in school and in our wider community. We were amazed at how much technology effects our lives. Then we learnt about smart watches and wearable technologies. We designed and made our own prototype smart watches, choosing which apps and features we would want to include.

Year 4 have been having great fun learning all about the Ancient Greeks, this half term. From learning about gods and goddess to the Battle of Marathon, from the Trojan War to Greek philosophers, and finishing off with their very own Year 4 Ancient Greek Olympics... take a look at the photos to see the smiles on their faces.

This week, the children were thrilled to welcome local author, Mirabel Lavelle, for a special creative writing workshop inspired by her picture book Zeb, Jet and the Ice-Cream Calamity . Set in a familiar local area, Mirabel’s adventure story blends imagination with learning — featuring fun educational tasks, a catchy song (complete with sheet music), and an important message about food allergy safety. The children listened attentively as Mirabel shared how her story was crea

Today, pupils began their exciting journey into the computer science strand of our computing curriculum. The children have started exploring a range of coding skills using the interactive learning platform Code.org . Code.org provides a fun and accessible way for children to learn the fundamentals of programming. Through games, puzzles, and creative challenges, pupils develop problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and an understanding of how computers follow precise instr

We had an exciting day in school last week the Newcastle Eagles  came in to run a special “Hoops for Life”  basketball session with our...

In English, Year 5 have been diving into Michael Morpurgo’s retelling of Beowulf , one of the oldest and most famous Anglo-Saxon legends....

In History, Year 5 have been learning about the Anglo-Saxons  and their arrival in Britain. The children have explored where the...

This half term in RE, Year 5 have been learning all about Moses and the importance of covenants  in the Bible. The children have explored...

Year 2 have been learning about drawing skills in their art work. We started this unit by exploring different drawing materials...

In our science lessons, we have been learning about different materials. We explored objects around our classroom and wider school...

For their first science unit of the school year, Year 4 having been exploring everything sound! They have used a range of instruments to explore how sounds are made, made string telephones to investigate how sounds are simply vibrations, explored sound volume and frequency, and learnt about how humans should protect themselves from some sounds.

This term in Year 5, our budding artists embarked on a creative journey all about movement —and what an adventure it’s been! 1. Capturing...

In Year 2, our budding artists have been embracing technology in the most creative way—by using 2Paint on Purple Mash to explore and...