Nursery News
We have been continuing to learn our Read Write Inc. sounds in Nursery and we have been doing activities around the new sounds. We have dressed up as pirates (p), went on an orange hunt (o), travelled around when we saw the go sign (g), make a c out of a caterpillar toy (c), kicked a ball (k) ⚽ and went out in the rain with umbrellas (u). ☔
We have been reading stories about journeys including ‘The Great Balloon Hullaballoo’, ‘Bun on the Run’, ‘Oh, the Places You’ll Go!’, ‘Pip and Posy – The Super Scooter’
Class 1 News
We hope you had a lovely week off, it’s been wonderful to welcome the children back and hear all about thejourneys they’ve been on during their break. This has beautifully tied into our current learning theme and sparked some fantastic classroom discussions.
Literacy
We are continuing with our Read Write Inc. (RWInc) phonics program, The children are working hard on their sounds and blends, showing great enthusiasm and determination. We also enjoy daily story time.
Numeracy
In Year 1, we’ve been exploring pre-multiplication concepts by counting in 2s, 5s, and 10s. The children have also been learning to make even groups and arrays, laying the groundwork for multiplication.
In Reception, the focus has been on adding more to numbers up to 20. Through hands-on activities, the children are developing a strong understanding of number value and formation.
Concept: Journeys
Our current theme is ‘Journeys’. We’ve been discussing the different types of journeys we take—whether it’s to school, to the park, or even imaginative adventures! The children have been thinking about how we travel, what we might bring, and reflecting on their own learning journeys this year.
We’ve also been exploring the daily journeys of insects, observing their movements and habitats. The children have enjoyed building insect homes, learning what these creatures need to survive and thrive. These activities have sparked curiosity and a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
Our Rights
As part of our learning about personal development and wellbeing, the children have been exploring their rights. We’ve been focusing on their right to be safe, to learn, and to play. Through stories, discussions, and role play, the children are beginning to understand how these rights help them grow and thrive, and how they can respect the rights of others too.
Reading and Library Books
A gentle reminder to please return any library and reading books your child has borrowed. This helps us keep our collection fresh and exciting for all children to enjoy.
Thank you for your continued support. We are so proud of all the children and the progress they are making!
Warm regards,
Miss Glennon & Mrs. Morgan
Class 2 News
Dear Parents/Carers,
We hope that you all had a lovely half term.
Literacy
This week we have continued with our set two and three Read Write Inc sounds, additionally reading the red and green words within the stories to go with the scheme. We have enjoyed listening to our daily stories.
Numeracy
In numeracy we have been counting in two’s, five’s and ten’s. We have used our counting to recite and write our time’s tables.
Concept Journey
We have continued learning about jellyfish. We drew and labelled the body parts and their life cycle. To complete our jellyfish we decorated our topic sea creature using different materials such as tissue paper and bubble wrap.
Music
On Wednesday we thoroughly enjoyed exploring and experimenting using different instruments. The instruments were a range of metal, wood and plastic, which we discovered gave off different sounds. Finally, we created musical pieces using varied speeds, volumes and patterns.
Have a great weekend.
Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Jones
Class 3 News
The children are enjoying learning about their new topic, “migration”. The children have done some brilliant research about a bird of their choice that migrates on a chrome book and made a PowerPoint all about the bird they have chosen.
In numeracy, they have been learning about “statistics” in the form of different graphs and charts. The children have applied what they have learnt in a real- life context by collecting data on what insects we have in our school yard by going on a “bug hunt”. They have now learnt how to implement the data collected into Jit5 or Microsoft excel to make a chart to represent the data.
In literacy, the children have been practising their RWI sounds on a daily basis to improve their reading and spelling competency. In addition, the children have created a fact file about the bird they have chosen to research. Using this information, the children have written a fact file which they will use to help write their own non- chronological report about a bird that migrates in the near future.
Thanks as always for your continued support and we’re looking forward to an enjoyable term.
Kind regards,
Mr Evans
Class 4 News
Welcome back to the final half term!
This is a special time for Year 6, as it is their last 7 weeks in primary school and we have lots to look forward to, including exciting sporting events and trips.
In literacy, we will be focusing on non-fiction texts, which will help enhance pupils’ reading and writing skills. In Numeracy, we will dive into decimals, percentages, and ratio, building on their understanding of these important concepts.
We will continue our studies on the concept of journeys, linking this to our exploration of rivers. This connection will deepen their understanding of geographical features and how rivers shape our landscape.
We also had a brilliant time at Sony Bridgend, where pupils experienced making a real film. They engaged in various roles, including acting, handling props, filming, and working with light and sound equipment. It was an invaluable experience that sparked their creativity and teamwork skills.
Additionally, we welcomed a nurse who spoke to the class about healthy diets and the Eatwell Plate, reinforcing the importance of nutrition in their daily lives.
Thank you for your continued support as we embark on this exciting half term. We look forward to more adventures and learning opportunities in the weeks ahead!
Regards, Mr Allen