We are delighted to share what Class 2 have been creating in their recent Art unit on Fashion Designing. The pupils explored how different designers bring their own identity to their work, investigating designers like Vivienne Westwood and her influential role in the punk movement. They discovered how she juxtaposed unexpected elements like tartan with…
We were delighted to welcome the Exe Estuary Management Partnership for the first in a series of three Climate Change workshops for Class 1. This programme explores how climate change is affecting the wildlife and natural habitats around the estuary, and what we can do to protect them. 🚶♀️ Workshop 1: Exploring the Estuary Without…
This week, children from Class 1 proudly represented our school in the Annual Dawlish Water Rotary Club Schools’ Quiz — and what an incredible job they did. The competition included three challenging rounds, each with 50 questions ranging from general knowledge to topics linked to their school learning. One particularly fun section focused on spelling,…
Our Forest School has been a wonderful place of learning and discovery this term. Pupils have been developing their culinary skills, creating delicious courgette and wild garlic bhajis which they cooked over the fire – a real highlight! Beyond the kitchen, there’s been plenty of time for exploration and play across the site. These sessions…
We were absolutely blown away by the incredible performance from our Class 1 pupils at the Let’s Dance Festival this week. They joined schools from across South Devon at South Dartmoor Community College in Ashburton to celebrate dance, creativity and inspiration. The festival theme was ‘inspirational quotes’ – words that spark courage, hope and belief…
Class 1 has recently received a class-set of iPads, which are supporting the implementation of Magma Maths for Years 4 and 5. This innovative online platform is transforming our mathematics lessons. Mrs Mitchell can now stream pupils’ work directly onto the whiteboard, allowing for real-time monitoring and immediate identification of learning misconceptions. The technology enables…
Class 1 have been exploring the festive magic of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”, which sparked an exciting journey into instructional writing. Our pupils have been working diligently to understand the key elements of creating clear, engaging instructions. They’ve carefully learned what makes a good set of instructions, focusing not just on clarity but also…
Class 1 pupils excelled in their recent assembly on World War II, their knowledge was remarkable, taking the entire audience on a powerful historical journey. The children brilliantly showcased their deep understanding of this significant period in history. Through three songs, an impressive dance routine, and thoughtful storytelling, they explained the complex factors leading to…
Class 1 embarked on a remarkable educational journey to the Bovington Tank Museum in Dorset, which has truly brought their World War 2 topic to life. During their visit, our pupils experienced an immersive exploration of 1940s life. They stepped back in time, visiting a meticulously recreated 1940s house and corner shop, gaining a profound…
We are thrilled to share an incredible experience our pupils recently enjoyed. Our Class 1 pupils were fortunate enough to attend the Women’s Rugby World Cup Quarter Final at Sandy Park in Exeter, witnessing an extraordinary match between New Zealand and South Africa. The game was a spectacular display of skill and determination. The Black…