Class Blog

Summer 2 Topic Information: Why were the Mayans magnificent?

by Miss Harvey
Jun 03, 2024

Please see the attached topic information for Summer 2. We will be looking at the early civilisation of the Mayans who lived in what is now Central America. We will research what life was like in Ancient Mayan times, what they are remembered for and what happened to them in the end. We will also spend a lot of time talking about transition to high school this term- we have a transition workshop booked in for Week 2 with 2 Boards and A Passion Theatre Company.

by Miss Harvey
May 24, 2024

We had a great time on our walk around Gorse Hall despite the poor weather and our slight detour which added on an extra 20 minutes to the journey!

A huge well done to our leader Sophia who led us with confidence sharing the history of Gorse Hall- it was lovely to see your leadership skills today Sophia!

Happy holidays to everyone!

by Miss Harvey
May 23, 2024

I have displayed our latest work from our handwriting winners this half term. I am so impressed with how neat and well-presented their work is.

Our winners are: Nursery- George, Reception- Lucas, Y1- Eric, Y2- Rosie, Y3- Alfie, Y4- Matilda, Y5- Lottie, Y6- Amelia

by Miss Harvey
May 23, 2024

Yesterday we started our polyblock printing using polystyrene tiles. The work so far looks amazing but as the ink takes a long time to dry we will have to finish our work after the holidays to add the second colour. I will share the final work next term.

by Miss Harvey
May 21, 2024

We have created our own 'Mondrian' themes pieces of artwork this afternoon. We have also created a collograph print to create a screen print.

Tomorrow we will look at creating polyblock prints.

by Miss Harvey
May 21, 2024

This morning Year 6 watched a presentation from Imran Kotwal about what Islamophobia is, why it happens and what we can do to stop it. He shared that 44% of hate crimes in the UK are towards Muslims. He said that Islamophobia started after extreme Muslim groups carried out the terrorist acts 9/11 and the Manchester Arena bombing. He explained how people who don't understand Islam judge that all Muslims have the same extreme beliefs but this is not the case.

This was a very interesting assembly and it links into our P4C work very well.

by Miss Harvey
May 20, 2024

Year 6 had a wonderful time at Gorse Hall this afternoon. They climbed trees, played sport and stuffed their faces with treats! Just wonderful.

by Mrs Parker
May 20, 2024

Congratulations to Team Sapphire who have won the House Cup. They will receive non-uniform on Friday 14th June. This team scored a huge 1,464 points. Well done!