Willow wanted to give their red noses the opportunity to experience a music lesson! We played an instrumental version of Adele’s ‘Make you feel my love’. Some children opted for the easier glockenspiel part whereas others chose the more challenging recorder part. We think it sounded pretty good! The song was written by Bob Dylan … Read more
As part of our science week activities, Willow Class took part in a forensic workshop. The class were split into four teams and given a crime scene to investigate. Clues were left by a pesky criminal who had stolen valuable items from a safe. It was up to the children to use their forensic science … Read more
Willow Class (along with the rest of KS2) were treated to a masterclass in performing arts when a West End performer taught them a dance to represent the classic Morpurgo book's storyline. Firstly the class, in groups, devised a freeze frame based on a key event in the story. One group looked at the storm … Read more
Groups of children from Willow Class presented to the board of a football company about the best material to use in the wiring of new floodlights. Following an indepth science investigation, testing the conductivity of 9 different metals, the children presented their results. View the videos below to see who you would award the lucrative contract … Read more
Willow Class had a fantastic day today exploring all things Viking with our very own ‘Viking’ from Portals to the Past.
Willow Class had a fantastic day today exploring all things Viking with our very own ‘Viking’ from Portals to the Past. The children got into character by dressing up as Viking boys or girls with many even bringing their own weapons and shields; they were all very impressive! Our Viking camp for the day … Read more
Today in science, Willow class were testing whether certain solids are soluble or insoluble. There were some surprising results even with familiar materials such as sugar and gravy. The children predicted that these would dissolve. They did a little bit but not completely. However, the children realised that the temperature of the water can have … Read more
After a couple of weeks of honing their indoor athletics skills, Willow Class hosted their very own sports hall athletics competition over two PE lessons. First, the class were divided up into four teams. They came up a team name and then worked together to decide who was going to take part in which event; everyone … Read more
He Who Can Not Be Named stupefied Santa on Christmas Eve, leaving all of the children in Hogwarts present-less. Undeterred, our reliable heroes; Harry, Ron and Hermione searched for a solution. Ron thought of his stomach, Harry whinged about his scar BUT Hermione found an ancient '12 Days of Christmas' counter-curse. Snape was unimpressed at … Read more
This half term Willow has worked tirelessly to make felt phone cases. Their designs have been so original and have been professionally made with superb stitching and embellishments. The children worked really hard to learn and use the running, back, whip and blanket stitches to excellent effect. Mrs Burr, Mrs Wells and Mrs Buckingham were … Read more
