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Geography Field Trip to Fairlands Valley Park

Today the whole of year 5 took off to Fairlands Valley Park to complete our Geography unit on marine life. In class groups, we walked around 3 of the park's lakes noting all the different types of litter we could see. There was quite a range from small sweet wrappers to shopping trolleys and bikes! We talked about what we could all do in our own ways to reduce this pollution and protect all marine environments. We were also blessed with beautiful sunshine throughout and were able to draw snapshots of what we saw.

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Queue for the Zoo

In English today, we learnt a new poem ‘Queue for the Zoo'. The poem is about queueing up and pretending to be the different animals whilst waiting. We spent time learning the lines and acting it out. The animals in the poem were tigers, bears, snakes, hares, rats, bats and kangaroos. Can you guess which animals we are acting out?

Bluesky - Wake Up Wednesday Mar 12th

Votes for Women

We have been delving into the fascinating connections between census data and the women's suffrage movement. The students learned how women, in their fight for the right to vote, used creative forms of protest—one of the most significant being the boycott of the 1911 census. Many suffragists refused to participate in the census as a statement against their lack of political representation. This act of defiance showed the power of collective action and highlighted the struggle for equality. To bring this history to life, the students created their own detailed timelines of the women's suffrage movement. They included key events such as the formation of suffrage organisations, important protests, and significant legal milestones, like the 1918 Representation of the People Act. Alongside these historical events, the children incorporated their own research and insights.

Red Nose Day!

Last Friday, the children got involved in Red Nose Day by donating to support the incredible work of Comic Relief. Many brought in jokes to share, spreading joy and smiles in the classroom. They all expressed their creativity through acrostic poems, celebrating kindness and the power of helping others. These poems highlighted the importance of supporting one another and the positive change that Comic Relief brings to communities worldwide. It's a beautiful reminder that even the smallest actions, like sharing a laugh or writing a thoughtful poem, can create a ripple of kindness, making the world a better place for all.

Down Syndrome Awareness Day - Friday 21st March 2025

In recognition of World Down Syndrome Day, the children in Cherry Class engaged in activities aimed at understanding what Down syndrome is and how it affects individuals. The lesson began with a presentation introducing the story of Ella, a young girl with Down syndrome. Through Ella's story, students learned that while individuals with Down syndrome may face certain challenges, they have the same desires, dreams, and abilities as anyone else.

Neurodiversity week

This week is Neurodiversity week. In Elder Class we watched a video that explained what it feels like to be Neurodiverse.