Lower School (KS1)

Following our morning walk spotting signs of approaching autumn, we discussed some of the animals we notice more, out in nature during the autumn. The children had lots of ideas and cleverly knew that hedgehogs are nocturnal so we shouldn’t see them out in the day. We learnt how animals store food…

As part of our topic this term which is called ‘The Place Where I Live’ we went for a science walk around our school grounds looking at nature and noticing signs of Autumn. 
 

We have been learning about the seasons and the children we able to tell the class a lot about Autumn that they…

We have had a very busy first three days as a new class in Lower School and it has been fun! We welcomed eleven fantastic Reception children and they have settled into school life brilliantly. 
 

Here is a snapshot of some of the activities we have done …

We had a great PE session where the children improved ball skills with lots activities from our first unit called ‘rolling a ball’. They showed great teamwork skills and some good control of the ball. 
 

What a fabulous start to the new school year we have had. Lower school must be the best class in Lancashire, all the children are such happy great learners!

Today we had a good chat and the children decided what we should have as our class rules to make them feel safe and happy in school. We…

We have been busy drawing, printing and painting to create a collage of a scene from a summer meadow to enter into an art competition. The competition is open until the 8th September so if you’d like to create another picture at home over the holidays with friends please do, you can find the…

Lots of outdoor fun learning in the sunshine today! 
 

After reading this great picture book ‘Our Pebbles’ written and illustrated by Jarvis we decided to make our own pebbles out of clay and decorate them. 
 

The children have cared for and observed their bean plants grow, they’ve done a great job! Now they’ve taken them home to plant outside and hopefully eat some delicious broad beans later in the summer!

The beans have grown roots and shoots so it’s time to plant them. 
 

We have been learning how to stay safe on the roads this week. The children have completed lots of activities in the classroom and then in small groups we have been for a walk into the village to put all their learning into practise. All the children impressed me with their sensible behaviour and…

We have had the most incredible day at Humblescough Farm today!  The children built dens, toasted marshmallows, told stories, made wands, made things out of clay, played in the woods, played games, went on treasure hunts, went on bug hunts, toasted marshmallows AND we fortunate enough to see two,…