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Year 2

Year 2 have been exploring texture and tone in Art, and this week we went outside and did some rubbings with a variety of materials, such as chalk, charcoal, pastels and crayons. Some rubbings were so effective!

Year 3

Year 3 continued their Science unit on Rocks and Soils this week. Working in their house teams, the pupils examined various rock types to solve real-world problems, such as determining which rock makes the best roof tile. Through hands-on testing and experiments, they evaluated the properties of each sample to discover which rock was best suited for the job. 

Year 4

Year 4 artists have been hard at work mastering the art of sketchwork! 

This term, the children have been practising key techniques to capture the interplay of light and shadow, transforming flat outlines into drawings with rich 3D definition. Their precision and attention to tone are truly impressive. Make sure to look at our gallery below to admire their incredible artwork—you’ll be amazed by the depth and detail on display!

Year 5

Over the last two D&T lessons, both year 5 classes have been busy investigating the structural mechanics of bridges. The children explored three distinct bridge designs, building models of each type using card and spaghetti. They then applied key engineering techniques to reinforce their structures for maximum stability. Finally, the children put their creations to the ultimate test by using classroom resources as weights to see which designs held strong! 

Year 6 

In English, Year 6 fully immersed themselves in our text, The Arrival by Shaun Tan. To step into the main character's shoes, the children used atmospheric music and drama to explore the powerful emotions of a father preparing to leave his home. They thoughtfully reflected on his perspective as he packs his most treasured belongings before departing on his journey. 

Year 6

In Science this week, the children enjoyed practically making circuits and debugging them when the bulbs wouldn’t light, using excellent teamwork and problem solving skills. They represented their circuits using scientific diagrams.