Y6 Computer Coding

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This week, Y6 have been completing their coding task. 

In earlier ‘block coding’ lessons, the children learn simple inputs and buttons and instructions. Our more advanced coders this week have been introduced to ‘variables’ , repetition and loops, speed, direction, co-ordinates and even…

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Year 5's Healthy Bolognese Sauce: A Taste Sensation!

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In an exciting culinary venture, Year 5 students put their knowledge of healthy foods to work, creating a mouthwatering bolognese sauce. The class was amazed by the incredible taste that emerged from their cooking masterpiece. Their experience left them inspired and eager to continue exploring the…

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Voting underway in the Year 3 polling booth

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In PHSE we have been learning

what it is like to be a citizen of Great Britain

and how the democratic process works.

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Y6 Orienteering at Chester Zoo!

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4 of our fantastic Y6 children went on an orienteering adventure today to Chester Zoo. Well done to you all - you worked as a team to 'map-read' around the zoo to find hidden clues. We managed to complete the course in the 3rd fastest time which is a fantastic achievement! 

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Exploring Delicious Delights: Café Items in Year 5 Spanish

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Language learning becomes a delightful adventure when it incorporates the exploration of culture and cuisine. In Year 5 Spanish this afternoon, students embarked on a journey into the world of café items, tantalising their taste buds with the thought of ham sandwiches and chocolate cake.

As…

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Year 5's Adventure: Planning a Story on Staying Safe Online

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In today's fast-paced digital world, the importance of staying safe online cannot be overstated. As children become increasingly exposed to the internet and its vast array of information, it becomes crucial to educate them about the potential risks and equip them with the tools to navigate the…

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Y2 - Computing

Year 2 have been accessing a saved photograph of Queen Elizabeth or Queen Victoria to resize and add a caption into a word document.  They also demonstrated their keyboard skills, using caps locks in a caption.

Knowledge: I can COPY and PASTE images and text; I can use caps lock for a capital…

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Y2 - Online Safety

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Year 2 have been exploring the importance of how to be kind when using the internet.

Knowledge: I can explain the ways to stay safe online.

Skills: to understand that not all content I access is safe; to understand that if I see something that is inappropriate, I tell an adult.

Vocab:…

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Body Percussion

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A topic of discovery; children have been exploring the rainforest through music and have been introduced to new musical terms.  They have used a body percussion to create rhythms of the rainforest, layer by layer. 

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Year 1 Science

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In Science Year 1 have explored how the earth orbits the sun over the year. 

How the earth turns on its axis affecting our night and day across the earth.

How the moon orbits the earth every month.

During the Winter months, the days are shorter and during the Summer months the days are…

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Y6 Cultural Capital - Lady Lever Art Gallery

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Y6 enjoyed their 'Cultural Capital' adventure to Port Sunlight this week. As part of our art unit on 'sculptures' we enjoyed the opportunity to look at the rich cultural heritage on our doorstep!

Well done Y6 - I can confidently say that you were all engaged, enthused and a credit to the…

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Year 5 - A Note-Worthy Music lesson

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The class were excited today as the young musicians enthusiastically practised their woodwind and brass instruments. Their sessions came alive with a harmonious blend of dedication and laughter, filling the air with an orchestra of joy.

 

Well done Year 5! Keep…

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