The children in Class 2 enjoyed a music afternoon this week, exploring different types of rhythms and composing time travel music. The children experimented with different rhythm patterns and styles, and listened to some famous classical pieces of music. We talked about how they made us feel and what they reminded us of. The children’s…
Ravi Nathwani kindly came and shared some lovely Hindu artefacts with Class 2 this week. He told us some stories about Hindu gods and shared Hindu customs and traditions with us. The workshop helped us to reflect upon and consolidate our learning about Hinduism.
Class 2 learned about the New Year celebration of the 3 Kings in France. This takes place each year on the first Sunday after New Year. It is called La Fête des Rois or Épiphanie.
On Thursday 15th December our children enjoyed a proper Christmas Dinner. Thank you to Sally, Jo and Becky for their hard work in the kitchen getting it all ready in time! There was Turkey, Sausages, Roast Potatoes and everything else that makes a Christmas Dinner so special, including crackers, which the children enjoyed pulling with…
The entire school was transported to the Langstone Cliff Hotel this week to perform The Magical Jigsaw Puzzle. The Washington Suite was host to hundreds of parents and members of the community and and they were so impressed with the singing, the drama and the wonderful talent displayed by the pupils. It was the best…
Kevin the Viking came to visit Class 2 today. He told us about everyday Viking life, their beliefs and traditions and showed us some important Viking weapons and battle clothing. He invited us to become Norse men and women by handling and trying on real Viking weapons, helmets and clothing. Later in the afternoon,…
Pupils in Class 2 enjoyed a brilliant residential on Dartmoor this week. Pupils enjoyed lots of outdoor learning, candle making and especially dinner time with hot chocolate and marshmallows. Thank you to YHA Dartmoor at Bellever and all of the adults who supported this fantastic experience.
Parents, staff and pupils came together recently to raise funds for Cancer Research by taking part in a Race for Life Challenge. This was such a worthwhile cause and we are so proud of the achievements of everyone from such a small school. £1634 was raised from this event, which is incredible. Well done to…
The whole school enjoyed a lovely harvest celebration at St Mary’s Church, Cofton. The theme of Cereals was enjoyed by all and it was wonderful to see so many parents and carers there. Thank you for the donations to St Petrock’s in Exeter, a charity for people who are homeless or vulnerably housed
Everyone at Cockwood are delighted with the new playground facilities, made possible by a grant from Sport England Primary Spaces. The children have a new climbing wall (which is never without a child traversing it, and challenging themselves!), a multi-sports play area with specialist surfacing and goals that mean playtimes are more active, and clubs…