The babies are exploring under the sea and discovering the different sea creatures which live there. They’re using fishing nets to catch the fish and watching the water trickle through the holes in the net....
In our clergy collective worship this week, we explored Matthew 9:9–13. In these verses, Jesus calls Matthew, a tax collector, to follow Him. Jesus then shares a meal with tax collectors and other people who were often looked down upon by society. When the Pharisees...
This week we enjoyed our book of the week, The Drum! We all enjoyed learning how to play the drums, taking turns to play the beats following a 1, 2, 3 rhythm! Playing the drums has given us opportunities to enhance so many of our skills,...
The babies are taking part in dental role play using tooth models, tooth brushes and a story to help explore oral health and encourage healthy habits from early on....
This week, Year 1 have been busy becoming super observers as they explored the big question: Is this the seaside or not the seaside? Using a range of photographs and information clues, the children looked closely at landscapes, buildings, natural features and human activity to decide...
Last week in Reception, the children were highly engaged with their new topic - Summer. We discussed the season and asked the question, "Why does it rain if it is Summer time?" Well done Reception...
This week, we continued enjoying our story Anna Hibiscus, and it inspired us to explore some exciting new activities. Just like Anna does in the story, we had a go at cooking and pounding yams! Everyone quickly realised how hard it was, which helped us understand why...
This week, Reception Class have been having lots of fun playing their maths game, Race to 10! Through the game, the children have been developing a range of important maths skills, including comparing quantities, understanding cardinality and exploring number composition within 10. Alongside their mathematical learning, the...
At Dalston Eastern Curve Garden, the children explored minibeasts and insects by searching the garden environment and discussing the different animals that live there. They observed seasonal changes and reflected on how the garden has developed over time. The session ended with a creative activity...
The children enjoyed a hands-on day at King Henry’s Walk, where they harvested parsley they had previously planted and worked in groups to prepare and taste their own fresh salads. They also explored the garden, identifying a range of edible plants and tasting natural ingredients...