Last week the children in Class 1 and 2 joined a global ‘Code-a-long’ hosted by Code Club. The children used chromebooks and iPads to access Scratch, where they celebrated World Space Week by making their sprite experience weightlessness. The children followed the live stream to create their code, and really enjoyed being a part of…
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As part of our topic on “States of matter” we were lucky enough to link up with one of the secondary schools in our trust. Mrs Taylor and Dr Chapman-Greig visited us from Teignmouth Community School. We explored the density of fresh water vs salt water, we investigated what happens to gases under pressure and…
Last week, Class 1 had a fabulous week visiting various attractions in London. On the way up we went to the Harry Potter Warner Brother Studios; the children did the back-stage tour and loved seeing the wide range sets and props from the films. The next day was fun-packed and started with a look at…
Class 1 loved their end of term PE lesson with Mr Keast, they embarked on a Nerf Gun battle! Everyone enjoyed thinking tactically and used a range of strategies to gain the most points. They displayed excellent teamwork and a wide range of skills; a super end of term treat and great way to keep…
Class 1 thoroughly enjoyed an ‘hour of coding’ every day last week. They took part in interactive live workshops to develop their understanding and confidence with coding. Children commented that doing it every day helped them to build on prior knowledge and really ‘get into’ the sessions. Using a familiar game such as Minecraft, engaged…
Class 1 put their Computer Science knowledge to the test in an investigation into electrical resistance this afternoon. They were trying to find out which metals were the best electrical conductors. They made a simple circuit with a bulb, then added different metal samples. They used their DataHives, kindly donated by the Royal Academy of Engineering, to measure…
Class 1 were delighted to take part in a virtual Q and A session with Baroness Harris yesterday. The children had prepared some super questions including: Since Covid 19 has there been enough support given to people with disabilities? Do you think all children should be vaccinated against Covid 19? If refugees reach the UK…
Year 4 and 5 children have loved spending time and exploring our new Forest School site in the Teign Valley. They whittled sticks to toast marshmallows, made leaf crowns, decorated pebbles and enjoyed the freedom of being in a natural environment. The children built a fire with Gin and helped her to clear the stream…
The children had a fantastic time enjoying a super musical workshop with Kip Pratt. Kip came in and spent time with both Class 1 and 2, and taught them some new songs that can be enjoyed in the playground. The children learnt the new songs very quickly, and had a fantastic time adding actions to…