This week at Forest School the children were all given the opportunity to light a fire using a flint and steel. We talked about the elements a fire needs - fuel, oxygen and heat. We also learnt about how to extinguish a fire safely.
The children finished their magic wands and talking sticks and enjoyed further improving their den building and tree climbing skills. We're all very excited for the campfire next week!
Challenge Week: ShorthandDuring Challenge Week, all pupils were introduced to Pitman Shorthand – a skill which allows people to take notes quickly and efficiently. At first sight, the children merely saw a mass of squiggles, dots and strokes. However… Read More
Sealyham 2015 - Day 2With no alarm clock necessary, our eager pupils were up bright and early ready for the first of many hearty Sealyham breakfasts. Fuelled for the day ahead, our thrill seeking pupils set off for their activities: Group 1 … Read More
EYFS: Celebrating Fairy Tale Challenge WeekEarly Years children finished their Fairy Tale Challenge Week in style with a grand ball and banquet. Dressed in fantastic fairy tale costumes (thank you parents), they danced and played party games in the hall. The children … Read More
Year 5 Victorian Day
Year 5 pupils and teachers stepped back in time to experience a day at school in the Victorian era. Dressed for the occasion and wielding canes, Mrs Sanderson and Ms Munday ensured that strict discipline was maintained at… Read More
Language and Culture Week
Language and Culture Week was a busy and exciting time for our globetrotting pupils. Equipped with passports, each child travelled around the world to learn about at least 10 countries. Our pupils moved out of their usual cl… Read More
