Blog by Tag: Science

The experiment began with a simple question: How can we protect an egg from cracking when dropped from a considerable height?

They learned that air resistance is the force that opposes an object's motion through the air. The larger the surface area of an object, the greater the air resistance…

Year 3 have been exploring the human skeleton. We have been observing over the past week the effects of water, milk and vinegar on bones. As you can see in the picture calcium is very good for bones, but vinegar (an acid) has made our hard bone go very bendy indeed. 

Year 5 had a fantastic scientific afternoon where we looked at friction.

To illustrate the concept of friction, the students observed Mr Griffiths conduct a fun and eye-catching experiment involving a cloth and a mug. He placed a mug on a table, with a cloth partially tucked underneath it.…

Year 5 Science: Unveiling the Magic of Gravity-Defying Water

Have you ever witnessed the seemingly impossible? Well, the students of Year 5 recently did just that as they delved into the fascinating world of science and discovered the secret behind gravity-defying water. Armed with curiosity a…

Year 2 have been investigating how we can make plastic from milk and vinegar!

Knowledge: to identify and compare the suitability of a variety of everyday materials, including wood, metal, plastic, glass, brick, rock, paper and cardboard for particular uses

Skills:  to explain why the…

It was fantastic to show off all our hard work in gardening club this year by inviting our parents in for a walk around. 

I think everyone was so impressed!

When we return next academic year as Year 2s we will follow up by harvesting our fruits and vegetables.

We can't wait to see the…

Children in Year 4 have been exploring the Human Digestive System. 

Year 4 have had the most amazing 2 day residential at Burwardsley Outdoor Education Centre. 

The children completed a variety of different activities (orienteering, pond dipping, survival skills, den building, and toasting marshmallows) in order to build up their life skills and…

This beautiful weather makes it the perfect time to investigate shadow!

As part of our Science learning, children in Year 4 have been learning to name of the parts of the digestive system.  

The children in Year 4 have had a great time extending their learning at home by creating a 'Rainforest in a Box'.