As part of our learning about The Three Little Pigs, we learned all about different types of materials. We then sorted different items and named the materials. 

We have been learning about houses and homes so far this term and we read the story of The Three Little Pigs. We really enjoyed role playing the story in the provision and we also created a story map as a class to help us retell the story to an adult!

The children have settled in well to Puffins. They are making friends, enjoying the enviroment and having fun in dance,

Over the summer holidays Puffins class had a make over. We have had an upstairs added to the class giving us more space and the opportuntity to take more children. 

The children are enjoying using the changed space downstairs and hopefully after October half term we will be able to use upstairs.

Wagtails investigated the nutrition of different foods in science. We looked at packaging and interpreted the 'traffic light' symbols to find out whether the food was a healthy choice or an occasional snack. 

Tuesday 30th September

Wagtails Class became real-life archaeologists for the afternoon. Children were given 'Stone Age poo' and had to dissect it to see the diets of early Stone Age people. From the activity, children found out that these particular Stone Age people ate lots of grains, berries, nuts, seeds and fish. Fascinatiung stuff!

In Science, year 4 have been conducting experiments to find out the effects certain drinks have on our teeth. Don't worry no children's teeth were used in this lesson!

Egg were placed in the different drinks and allowed to sit for three days. The results could be teeth chattering!

In Year 4 pupils  carefully followed a recipe to make their own tasty treats, learning important skills along the way. Over the next few weeks, they will be reviewing their biscuits, thinking about what worked well and what could be improved. Soon, they will have the exciting challenge of adapting the recipe to create their very own unique versions!

In Reception we have been learning all about feelings and emotions. We read 'The Colour Monster' stories to help us identify different feelings. We designed our own Colour Monsters and have been doing check-ins about our own feelings in school. 

In Year 2 history this week, the children have been exploring what school life was like during the Victorian era and how education has evolved over the decades. They were fascinated by old photographs of Livingstone when it was known as Clapham Road School, including images dating back to the early 1900s. The children loved examining the differences in classrooms, uniforms, and playgrounds, sparking lively discussions about how much has changed—and what has stayed the same!

Children recently enjoyed an engaging and educational workshop led by Jodie from the Safety Awareness Centre, focusing on carbon monoxide (CO) safety. Through interactive activities and lively discussion, Jodie helped pupils understand the dangers of CO and where it might be found in the home. Each child received a goody bag filled with fun resources and, most importantly, a carbon monoxide detector to help keep their families safe.

As part of our place value topic in maths, we have been developing our knowledge and recognition of Roman numerals up to 999.  
Do you what LXVII is?

Woodpeckers have had a busy start to the autumn term. In maths they have been thinking about place value and using the manipulatives to explain their reasoning. They are also thoroughly enjoying their weekly adventures in Forest School. So far, they have learnt to build dens, identify insects on the school field and use natural materials in craft activities.

This week, the children have been exploring how different tools can be used to create texture and tone in their artwork. They experimented with charcoal, crayons, and chalk, trying them out on a variety of papers and in different ways. Through this hands-on exploration, the children discovered how each material can produce unique effects, helping them to develop their creativity and artistic skills.

The children have settled in really well to Year 2 and are already producing some lovely writing. They have been busy taking part in a range of activities and have shown a great understanding of both the class and school rules. We are very much looking forward to an exciting year of learning and growing together!

In Design and Technology, the Year 2 children worked in teams to design and build their own Ferris wheels. Each group had a team leader and focused on communication and teamwork to complete the challenge. They assigned roles, shared ideas, and supported each other as they built strong structures that could spin smoothly. It was a great opportunity for the children to develop their problem-solving skills while having fun working together.

The Year 2 children had a fantastic time on Wednesday, enjoying an afternoon of fun on the inflatables! They bounced with excitement on the bouncy castle, tackled the obstacle course with enthusiasm, and showed off their skills on the inflatable football pitch. It was a wonderful afternoon full of energy, laughter, and smiles all around.

Year 1 had a fantastic time on the inflatables this morning. They enjoyed the bouncy house, making their way through the challenges, playing bounce football and the slide. They all thought it was GREAT fun! 

Year 1 have been learning about tens and ones and how to partition numbers. They used Base 10 and recorded their learning. 

Year 1 had an amazing time playing cricket during the recent festival. Thank you to our young sports leaders for helping them and teaching them lots of cricket skills and Miss Churchill and Mrs Rolfe for organising it.