Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Year 1 Visit Shah Jalal Mosque

  Mon 22 May 2023

  During a Year 1 visit to Shah Jalal Mosque, pupils had the opportunity to learn about Islam and experience its practices. The visit began with an introduction to the mosque's customs, including the importance of modest attire and removing shoes before entering. Inside the prayer hall, we observed the peaceful atmosphere as the Imam demonstrated the call to prayer. We were encouraged to ask questions while being respectful and maintaining a quiet demeanor. We were all very excited to take part in the fun quiz designed by the imam of the mosque. The visit encouraged an understanding and appreciation for different religious traditions, promoting tolerance and cultural diversity among the Year 1 students.

  

• Family Friday- Gross Motor Skills

  Fri 19 May 2023

  This morning we had a fantastic turn out for our Family Friday session on gross motor skills.  Gross motor skills play a crucial role in a child's overall development, including their physical, cognitive, and social-emotional growth. In the context of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the development of gross motor skills is highly significant. Here are some key reasons why gross motor skills are important in the EYFS:

  1. Physical Development: Gross motor skills involve the coordination of large muscle groups and the ability to control body movements. By developing these skills, children enhance their strength, balance, coordination, and overall physical fitness. This lays a foundation for various physical activities throughout their lives, such as sports, dance, and recreational pursuits.

  2. Cognitive Development: Gross motor skills contribute to cognitive development by improving brain function and neural connections. As children engage in physical activities, they develop spatial awareness, body awareness, and a sense of cause and effect. These skills form the basis for understanding concepts like distance, speed, and force. Additionally, physical play and movement stimulate the brain, leading to enhanced concentration, problem-solving abilities, and memory.

  3. Social and Emotional Development: Gross motor skills enable children to participate in group activities, interact with peers, and develop social relationships. Activities like team sports or group games encourage cooperation, communication, and teamwork. Children also learn about sharing, taking turns, and respecting others' personal space. Through physical play, they gain self-confidence, develop a positive self-image, and regulate their emotions.

  4. Sensorimotor Integration: Gross motor skills are closely linked to the development of sensory processing and integration. As children engage in various movements and physical activities, they receive sensory input from their environment and learn to interpret and respond to it. This integration of sensory information with motor skills helps children to navigate and interact with the world effectively.

  5. Overall Well-being: Active participation in gross motor activities promotes a healthy lifestyle and physical fitness from an early age. Regular physical exercise helps prevent sedentary habits, obesity, and related health issues. Furthermore, physical activity stimulates the release of endorphins, which enhance mood, reduce stress, and contribute to overall well-being.

  We had a fantastic time taking part in various gross motor activities. 

  

• Year 5 DT visitor

  Sun 14 May 2023

  On Friday, the pupils in Maroon and Turquoise classes worked with a second year Product Design student from UAL Central Saint Martins, Jess Lee. Jess showed the pupils some of the projects she has worked on and talked through the relevance of having a design brief. She then assisted the pupils in creating their own design briefs, based on their DT topic; 'Musical Instruments'. It was great for Year 5 to work with somebody from the DT industry!

  

• Well Done Year 6!

  Fri 12 May 2023

  Well done to our Year 6 pupils who have worked hard this week to complete their SATs papers. As a treat, they had pizza and sides for their lunch today and enjoyed some down time with their class mates. 

  We are proud of you Year 6!

  

• Good Luck to Year 6!

  Tue 09 May 2023

  This week our Year 6 pupils will be sitting their SATs. Please ensure that Year 6 children are well rested and arrive to school on time.

  Good Luck to all our Year 6 children with their tests this week!

• Coronation Event!

  Fri 05 May 2023

  Today we enjoyed celebrations for the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III! The school was  decorated with colourful banners and streamers in honor of the occasion, and pupils were dressed in red, white and blue. The day was filled with a range of activities inked to the King’s coronation, for example, painting portraits of King Charles III, making crowns, decorating bunting and making coronation plates. In the afternoon everyone in school had a class tea party, where children enjoyed sandwiches, cake and fruit to mark this momentous occasion!

  Take a look at our photos!