Our Hacton choir had their first performance to an audience today and what a performance it was! Their beautiful voices not only put a smile on the faces of the residents of The Hornchurch Care Home but even attracted the attention of local people passing!
Well done, Hacton Choir! We are so very proud of you!
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
E for EffortEvery week, teachers recognise pupils in their class who have made an extra effort. These pupils are awarded the E for Effort cup in front of the whole school during our Friday morning assembly. Listen to the reasons why pupi… Read More
The Election: Democracy?
In assembly, we looked closely at democracy and how in our country it is used so that everyone, who is eligible to vote, has a say in how our country is run. We looked at why democracy is often taken for granted and discuss… Read More
Year 6 Music: BeatboxingIn Music, Year 6 have been studying Hip Hop music. As part of the unit, they have been learning how to beatbox. Beatboxing is when you use your voice to imitate drum sounds. Year 6 created their own ostinato rhythms and used … Read More
Key Stage 2 BikeabilityInstructors from Cycle Training East visited our school to promote safe cycling as part of a healthy lifestyle and as an environmentally friendly form of transport. The inspiring instructors focussed on the most importan… Read More
