ReceptionYear 4
- BU team visit!
This week, we were pleased to welcome the BU team back into school to support our transition work. The children… Read more: BU team visit! - Leavers hoodies!
This week, Year 4 were delighted to receive their leavers’ hoodies! There was a real buzz of excitement as the… Read more: Leavers hoodies! - Working as electricians!
This week, we continued our careers focus by learning about the role of an electrician. The children explored three different… Read more: Working as electricians! - Transition focus
This week, we welcomed the Be U Team into school to support our Year 4 children as they begin preparing… Read more: Transition focus - Paul Sturges visit!
This week, we were very lucky to welcome Paul Sturges, a professional basketball player, into school. Paul is one of… Read more: Paul Sturges visit! - Centre of Life!
This week, we enjoyed an exciting visit to the Centre for Life, where we took part in the Power the… Read more: Centre of Life! - Times Table Fun in the Sun!
Year 4 made the most of the beautiful weather by taking their times tables practice outside. They showed great fluency… Read more: Times Table Fun in the Sun! - Responsible buddies!
Year 4 have been learning all about Lent in their RE lesson. They explored what Lent means for Christians, why… Read more: Responsible buddies! - Decimal fun!
In Maths, we have been exploring the tricky concept of decimals. Year 4 have been learning how to divide whole… Read more: Decimal fun! - Science!
Year 4 continued their learning all about animals, including humans, with a focus on habitats. We explored the differences between… Read more: Science! - Science week
Today, we joined a live BBC lesson as part of Science Week, focusing on the topic of light. We explored… Read more: Science week - Careers week – Final day
Today marked the final day of our fantastic Careers Week, and what a brilliant week it has been!Children arrived in… Read more: Careers week – Final day - Day 4 – Careers Week
We began with an exciting visit from the owner of Cogito Books, who shared their passion for running an independent… Read more: Day 4 – Careers Week - Careers week – Day three
On Day 3 of Careers Week, the children enjoyed visits from two inspiring professionals who shared their career journeys and skills.… Read more: Careers week – Day three - Day 2 of Careers Week
Today we enjoyed a wonderful visit from Sarah, a wedding coordinator from Healey Barn. She told us about all the… Read more: Day 2 of Careers Week - Big Lent Walk
This week, our Year 3 and 4 children have been taking part in the Big Lent Walk out on the… Read more: Big Lent Walk - Safer Internet Day and Children’s Mental Health Week.
This week, our school took part in two important national events: Children’s Mental Health Week and Safer Internet Day. For… Read more: Safer Internet Day and Children’s Mental Health Week. - Making sculptures
This week in Art, we continued our focus on the stunning 3D sculptural work of Magdalene Odundo. After spending previous… Read more: Making sculptures - Amplifying sounds
This week, Year 4 investigated how to amplify sounds and measure their volume in decibels (dB). The children explored how… Read more: Amplifying sounds - Our music lesson
In music, Year 4 explored the idea of an ostinato, which is a short musical pattern that is repeated over… Read more: Our music lesson - Division
This week we have been learning about division by sharing counters into equal groups. We also practised making exchanges when… Read more: Division - Reading buddies
This week, Year 4 pupils spent time reading with their Reception buddies. They were fantastic role models, helping the younger… Read more: Reading buddies - Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Everyone has worked incredibly hard this year, and the progress made has been amazing. I look forward to seeing even… Read more: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! - Nativity!
This week, Year 4 wowed us all with their fantastic Nativity performance! They spoke with loud, clear voices and put… Read more: Nativity! - The digestive system!
In our science lesson, we continued our journey through the digestive system by focusing on the small intestine. Using tights,… Read more: The digestive system! - Advent Celebration Of The Word.
This week, we gathered together for our Advent Celebration of the Word. Parents and carers joined us for a thoughtful… Read more: Advent Celebration Of The Word. - Art Afternoon!
Year 4 enjoyed a wonderful Art Afternoon where parents and carers were invited to join in the creativity. Together, we… Read more: Art Afternoon! - The Torah!
This week, we have been learning about the religion of Judaism. We explored the Torah and explored the inside of… Read more: The Torah! - Freeze Framing fun
Year 4 have been exploring scenes from ‘Matilda‘ through freeze frames, using their inference skills to show how characters are… Read more: Freeze Framing fun - Hockey
KS2 students had a fantastic afternoon taking part in an exciting hockey workshop! The session was full of energy and… Read more: Hockey - Food chains!
This week, Year 4 have been diving into the fascinating world of food chains as part of their science learning.… Read more: Food chains! - Graffiti Maths
This week, Year 4 have started their new maths topic: addition and subtraction. We’ve focused on mastering addition, particularly regrouping,… Read more: Graffiti Maths - Carnival of the Animals
On Friday, years 3 & 4 went to Hexham Abbey to experience the wonders of a live music performance at… Read more: Carnival of the Animals - Celebration of the Word
Year 4 took part in a Celebration of the Word, centred around the theme of the International Day of Peace. The… Read more: Celebration of the Word - British Values week
This week, our class has been celebrating British Values Week by exploring the five key British values: Democracy, Rule of… Read more: British Values week - Its melting!
This week in science, we investigated changing states of matter, with a particular focus on melting. The children carried out… Read more: Its melting! - Welcome Back
Year 4 have had a fantastic first day back at school! they have shown enthusiasm and excitement for the year… Read more: Welcome Back
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Art Afternoon
Today we came together as a school community to celebrate World Environment Day with a special Art Afternoon. It was lovely to welcome families into school to work alongside the children, creating thoughtful and creative artwork inspired by caring for our environment. The event was a fantastic celebration of both creativity and community spirit—thank you […]
Published: June 5, 2026
Care Home Visits
Today, pupils from our Mini Vinnies and Curling Club demonstrated their newly developed skills out into the community by visiting local care home-Dene Grange. As part of this initiative, the children participated in friendly curling activities alongside residents, sharing their enthusiasm for the sport and creating meaningful intergenerational connections. In the coming weeks, pupils are […]
Published: June 4, 2026
Discovery Museum KS1 Trip
Our Key Stage 1 pupils enjoyed an exciting visit to the Discovery Museum in Newcastle, where Years 1 and 2 took part in a fascinating workshop exploring historical artefacts. The children also had the opportunity to tour the exhibits and engage in a range of interactive activities, bringing their learning to life in a memorable […]
Published: June 4, 2026
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