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Curiosity Corner

When children are healthy, happy and safe, curiosity is ignited and learning is optimised. In this section, you will find out what children in school and nursery have been learning this week.

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  • Aladdin's cave experience

    Published 06/05/22

    Year 4 experienced what it might be like to venture into Aladdin's cave. They used their senses to paint a picture in their minds. 

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  • Investigating roots

    Published 06/05/22

    In science this week Year 3 have been learning all about the functions of roots of a plant. Did you know a carrot is actually a taproot and hyacinths have fibrous roots. We looked through magnifying glasses at the roots and found xylem (tubes) that help to move water and nutrients around the plant.

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  • Growing beans

    Published 06/05/22

    This week, the Reception class have added more to their garden area. We planted some bean seeds that we started growing in small pots in the classroom. Hopefully you will see them growing against our blue fence.

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  • Curious Readers

    Published 04/05/22

    This week Y2 have been busy exploring our new reading area.

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  • Year 1 Fieldwork

    Published 04/05/22

    This week Year 1 have been busy looking around to see what improvements could be made to make our school even better! They came up with things like more books and chairs in the library, better technology in the hall and more equipment for the outdoor areas. Well done Year 1!

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  • Roman Artefacts

    Published 29/04/22

    This week in Year 3 we have stared our new topic Emperors and Empires. Today we were studying pictures of Roman artefacts and trying to guess what their purpose was. We all thought of an interesting question we would like to ask about each artefact.

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  • Portrait perfection!

    Published 29/04/22

    Year Two have been working on their portraiture skills this week. We decided to use watercolour paint to recreate a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The children looked closely at all the details in the picture and worked hard to make their paintings as accurate as possible. 

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  • Nursery news

    Published 29/04/22

    In Nursery this week, we have been learning about planting and growing.  Children have enjoyed planting seeds and young plants and have taken great care to ensure they have the best start.  We have thought about the different parts of a plant, naming the seed, root, stem, leaf, bud and flower.  We hope to grow some beautiful flowers and vegetables – watch this space! 

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  • Amazing safari!

    Published 29/04/22

    The Reception class have started their topic this week called 'Animal safari'. We had great fun creating a jungle area in the classroom.

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  • Learning to read and reading to learn!

    Published 08/04/22

    Reading Detectives!

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  • A volcanic eruption!

    Published 08/04/22

    Year 3 have been learning about different types of volcanic eruption. We made our own effusive eruption using soap, bicarb and vinegar. It was very exciting!

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  • Forest school fun

    Published 01/04/22

    The Reception class had great fun at forest school this week. Some children worked together to make dens and others made potions for a den party.

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