World Book Week Begins!

Every child at Hillside has been ‘book tasting’ today! They’ve each had menus to sample, books to choose from and different texts to taste and develop a love of! So far many of the children have tried a different book and said that they want to read on, widening their tastes and extending their vocabulary! […]

A reminder about our school policy on hair

During term time pupils are asked not to have fashion hairstyles which include: shaved, dyed or streaked hair, beading, patterns, mohawks, lines and tramlines.’ Please also be reminded that pupils are not permitted to wear nail varnish unless this is clear. These both form part of our school dress policy for pupils which can be […]

Chinese New Year

What fun Reception have had celebrating Chinese New Year. We have done the Dragon and ribbon dance. Tasted Chinese food and used the chopsticks to play with the coloured spaghetti. What a lovely end to a very busy week.

Stone Age Tools

Year Three have been researching and making Stone Age tools this week. They’ve used great teamwork to tie up their tools and have created some fantastic axes, spears and weapons! Their painting and tools are on display and look fantastic.

Mr Gray in Y5

Today, the children had a visit from Mr Gray, our chair of governors. He spoke to the children about what it was like to be a child during World War Two. The children thoroughly enjoyed it and his pictures were amazing!

Y4 making a noise

Year 4 have had an extremely noisy afternoon making pan pipes that produce sounds at different pitches, depending on length. We had time to practice and perform short tunes on the outdoor ‘stage’.  

Multiskills

Year 1 are enjoying working with sports leaders from Haywood Academy. They are taking part in a range of activities.

Film Night at Hillside

Our film night is underway. The children are settled with their snacks and are looking forward to seeing Paddington on his adventures!  Thank you parents for your support.