Pop it Maths

In Hazel class today we enjoyed doing our addition sums using pop its. Pupils love using the pop its in class to support sensory and fidget needs so we thought this would be a fun tool to use to support in lessons. Pupils had to press down each number in their addition sum and then…

Phonics in Maple

In Maple Class we have been looking at all our different phonics sounds. Everyday we all go into our different classes and groups to practise our sounds. These are some of our amazing children practicing the sounds. We practise our phonics in lots of different ways. We practiced writing our letters in flour so this…

Geography (9R)

Pupils in 9R have been working on identifying different types of weather gauges such as Thermometer, wind turbine and  rain catcher.  All the children were involved in designing a rain catcher and then went out and about around the schools grounds to find suitable places to hang them.  They are currently checking them weekly to…

Bricklaying

We have all been very busy in Bricklaying this term. Pupils have been using new tools, ratios for cement and how to mix cement, techniques when using certain equipment, laying foundations, laying bricks in the correct formation and the importance of keeping a clean work area and cleaning down of tools. Keep your eyes and…

Local Mural Artist

Durham born, community mural artist, Lewis came into school on Tuesday to finish his first art piece. Lewis and a couple of pupils worked on the art in the Vocational area. We are delighted with the end product and looking forward to some VERY exciting projects coming this year with Lewis. If you would like…