This week in Crew, we have been exploring what makes every family unique, celebrating the different shapes and sizes families come in, and reflecting on the many ways they support, care for and help us grow. We also got creative by writing acrostic poems about our own families, using words and phrases to capture what makes them special to us
In science this week, Year 6 explored why we have day and night, as well as the fascinating reasons behind why the Moon appears to change shape in the night sky.
After investigating these cosmic phenomena, the children were amazed to discover that it is Earth’s rotation—rather than the Sun moving—that causes us to perpetually experience daytime when facing the Sun and nighttime when facing away from it. Building on this, they also investigated the lunar cycle, mapping out how the Moon’s phases are created by its orbit around Earth and the changing angles of sunlight hitting its surface.
This hands-on inquiry led to fantastic writing outcomes, with students producing detailed, accurate explanations featuring high-level scientific terminology. Who knows—we might just be raising the next generation of astronomers and scientists!
This week, our classroom transformed into a mini-astronomy lab as we tackled some of the biggest questions about our planet: Why do we have day and night and what causes the changing seasons?
Equipped with mini globes, bright torches and a lot of curiosity, the children took hands-on learning to a whole new level!
This week, Year 4 have been flexing their English learning from so far this year by tackling a quiz all around the hall! The children demonstrated their knowledge incredibly well and were able to take on this great challenge! Well done, Year 4!
This term, Year 3 & 4 have been immersing themselves into the Second World War. To engage with this, we have crafted a range of Blitz skyline artwork which are all a feast to behold! Well done to all of our future artists!
This morning, the children of Year 6 were lucky enough to partake in a digital workshop from ClickView! Using their IT skills, the children investigated and explored the new software and in themselves, became digital leaders! Great work, Year 6!
This week, Year 4 have been immersing themselves in our new expedition! This term, we shall be looking at the Second World War. We have begun learning about some key events, alongside partaking in craft activities such as creating silhouette skyline artwork showcasing the Blitz, and creating wooden aircraft models!
What an extraordinary Hook Week! Year 6 have officially launched into their Autumn learning expedition, ‘To Infinity and Beyond’, immersing themselves in the wonder, science, and creativity of space exploration.
Channeling their inner artists, the children began the week by creating stunning, vivid galaxy artwork using oil pastels. They experimented with smooth blending techniques, bold colour contrasts, and rich layering to capture the glowing depth and mystery of the cosmos.
Turning that creative energy toward engineering, the class then stepped into the roles of aerospace designers to construct their own rockets. Focusing closely on streamlined shapes and fin placements, they explored the core principles of aerodynamics to build models ready for high-speed launch.
The absolute highlight of the week was an unforgettable trip to the National Space Centre in Leicester. Walking beneath towering rockets and diving into interactive exhibits, the experience set everyone’s brains alight with curiosity and wonder, giving the children a genuine taste of what lies beyond our planet.
It has been an incredible start to the term, and we now look forward to watching our young space explorers rocket to new heights as this expedition unfolds. What a week!
Year 5 Crew has spent the week exploring the guiding question: How can our Crew be strengthened by acts of service to others?
Following their discussions, the children considered different ways they could support others and make a positive contribution to their community.
On Friday, a group of children visited The Laurels, a local care home. During the visit, they spent time with the residents, shared the poems they had written and showed them their artwork. The visit gave the children an opportunity to put their learning into practice and reflect on how giving their time and skills can benefit others.
This was just one of several acts of service completed by Year 5 this week, showing how working together as a Crew can help us make a positive contribution to our wider community.
Year 6 have hit the ground running this week, throwing themselves into exploring our core character traits through a variety of hands-on tasks. Class 6CC have bonded brilliantly, and watching pupils collaborate so seamlessly across their crews has been a true highlight.
Among the pupil favorites were ‘courage charades’ and a collaborative crew graffiti project, where each child crafted an individual oil pastel piece to build a vibrant mural now displayed in the Year 5/6 corridor. Demonstrating incredible determination, the children also tackled a massive crew challenge—walking, jogging, and running laps of the field to push their collective limits. Together, they logged an average of 880 laps (66 km) per class, reaching a staggering combined total of 265 km! That is the equivalent of scaling the height of some of the world’s highest mountain peaks.
For Mrs Blunt and me, it has been wonderful getting to know the children we haven’t previously taught, while watching familiar faces continue to grow and express themselves. We are both thoroughly looking forward to the exciting year ahead with this incredible group!
