Year 5 were challenged to find the most efficient electrical conductor to use in a set of floodlights. First, an electrical circuit needed to be set up and tested using wires, crocodile clips, an energy source and a bulb. Once the circuit was tested, a range of materials were introduced into the circuit to determine whether it allowed energy to pass through - an electrical conductor - or prevented energy from continuing on its journey - an electrical insulator.
After the conductors were identified, our junior technicians had to test levels of resistance. A more resistant material allowed less energy to pass through, making the bulb in the circuit shine less brightly. Year 5 concluded that the most conductive material they tested was metal.
P-HIC: Treasures in my Garden Afternoon TeaIn the final week of half term, the PHIC bubble continued their work with
cross-curricular activities, combining Science, D.T and Cooking.
To start with, the children decorated their own biscuits with
icing sugar and differe… Read More
Nursery: Growing Sunflowers Linked to our summer topic, Nursery children planted a variety of seeds, including tomatoes and beans. Using sunflowers as a maths learning opportunity, children were sponsored by parents and carers to tend to their you… Read More
Year 2 Science: PlantsThe children in Year 2 became keen gardeners throughout our topic
last term. They planted bulbs and seeds in the flowerbeds in the playground and
were keen to care for them and help them grow. They also discovered which parts… Read More
Year 6 Activity Week: Day 1 - Part 2This afternoon there was a hive of activity outside as the year sixes completed a range of science challenges.… Read More
Reception: Butterflies The week before half term we finally said goodbye to our butterflies in Reception. As we
eagerly awaited, the cocoons all hatched open to reveal our beautiful
butterflies. We have been watching them unfurl their wings an… Read More
