Year One have used their investigate skills to sort old and new toys this week as part of their History learning. They considered what the toys were made of, how they were made and whether or not their parents or grandparents could have played with the same toys. Super sorting everyone! Why not have a […]
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Preparing food in Year Four
As part of their DT unit the children have had the chance to use a range of techniques to prepare different foods for tasting. They used the bridge hold and claw grip technique when using knives and learnt how to use both knives and graters safely.
Poetry in Year Two
For their homework, the year two children have been learning a poem. They practised at home and today, they recited their poems off by heart. They were amazing!
Observational drawing in Year Six
Year Six have been looking at the floral patterns of William Morris’ motifs this term. To support their perceptual understanding of the floral designs, children have practised drawing from observation, using close analysis to draw ‘what they see, not what they think they see’.
Remembrance Day in Nursery
This week we have read the story ‘A Day To Remember’ to support our learning about Remembrance Day. We have found out all about why we wear a poppy and what the poppy represents. We have talked about the roles of the soldiers and how brave they are. We have enjoyed dressing up, role playing […]
Reception: The story of Diwali
This afternoon, Reception recreated the story of Rama and Sita exploring in the woods. They had a fantastic time and even made up their own Diwali song, accompanied by a range of musical instruments. Fantastic Reception.
Rowing in Year Five
During this half term, Year Five have been getting to grips with using the rowing machines. We have been working very hard on our technique and are looking forward to challenging ourselves in the coming weeks by increasing the length and pace of our rowing.
Hillside Remembers
Hillside have remembered those injured or lost in wars both past and present. All children have held a thoughtful two minutes of reflection and carefully listened to an assembly within their classes. Year Five and Year Six also had a Remembrance Service kindly delivered by Mr Such where they observed flags and wreaths being placed […]
Non- chronological reports Year Four
This week, the children have started their English unit all about non-chronological reports. They enjoyed reading a range of reports all about the Romans and learnt some interesting new facts. Why not ask your child what new facts they have learnt? Over the next couple of weeks, we will be continuing to look at the […]
Year Six : Economical Awareness – holiday planners
Children have been both holiday planners and interior designers this week. Using mathematical concepts to work within a budget, children have demonstrated good economical awareness by calculating total cost and underspend/overspend.