The marvellous class. P7, have been learning about fair trade and why learning about it opens up a fascinating world of discovery. The pupils have been learning where food comes from and who benefits from it to make it fair, is it the producers (farmers) or suppliers. The class walked to the local Tesco supermarket…
We have been learning about maps this term, so some of P7 went out and about in Annfield Plain to practise our skills. We followed a route of 2.2 km, working hard to keep the maps correctly orientated and discussing symbols as we went. Do you know why mushrooms are not marked on…
We have been learning to light bunsen burners safely this week, in preparation for investigations to come. We tried opening and closing the air hole to alter the flame – the hotter flame is blue and roars!
Some very dodgy visitors came to P7 today as contenders for the English crown – William of Normandy (looked a lot like Mr Davis); Harald Hardrada (how scary was he!); Edgar Etheling (he was okay) and Harold Godwinson ( a bit sly!). The Witan (committee) interviewed each candidate, before making the final decision and voting…
P4 enjoyed celebrating a fantastic year with spending a day at the beach (hoping to see some Dolphins). Parents joined us and said what a lovely day it had been. P4 made some amazing sand castles and memories with Mr Campbell, and after paddling in the water with Que’s dad and using their communication and…
Year 6 went to see Toy Story 4 at the Metro Centre to say well done for all their hard work this year and especially during SATs week. For some of the children this was their first time at the cinema and they thoroughly enjoyed it – the sad, funny, happy, exciting and scary bits! …
The children spent a happy morning at Washington Galleries, interviewing market stall holders to find out more about their businesses. We also explored Sainsbury’s and some of the subtle ways that shoppers are persuaded to spend money. The smell of baking bread can be very influential!
The children explored North East inventors and their inventions – Swan’s light bulb took a lot more time and hard work to perfect than you might think! We particularly enjoyed the Science Maze though. Air hockey is amazingly good fun and Que was a bit of a pro! Luke investigated each science activity to the…
The pupils in P4 have been learning about the five Northern Saints of Northumbria. During the visit to Durham Cathedral the children had the opportunity to dress up as a Saint such as St Bede, St Hilda, St Aiden, St Cuthbert and St Oswald. Even Mrs Ridley played the part of St Hilda and Miss…
Finally the SATs are FINISHED, All of the primary children from P4 and P5 enjoyed an afternoon garden party to celebrate their achievements this week. They have all worked so hard and with such a positive attitude to learning!. The sun was shining, the food was great and our Head of School, Mr Davis joined…