In Reception, we read a traditional Fairy Tale each morning followed by a version with a 'twist' such as 'Jack and the Jellybean Stalk' each afternoon. We created lots of Fairy Tale themed crafts featuring characters such as the Big Bad Wolf and the Three Little Pigs. We even made Goldilocks themed Easter baskets to take home our delicious chocolate nests.
Reminder: Literacy Week Dress Up DayFriday is our annual Literacy Week dressing up day. Our theme for this year is books which have become films or television programmes. A letter was recently sent home with dressing up ideas. We would be very grateful if Paren… Read More
The Rainbow Theatre Company Visit Key Stage 1During Literacy Week, Key Stage 1 enjoyed a visit from The Rainbow Theatre Company. In preparation for the visit, the children learned a fairy tale song and listened to stories. They also made hats to wear to the performance … Read More
Year 1 Fairy Tale DayShortly before half term, brave princes joined beautiful princesses to enjoy Year 1 Fairy Tale Day. Pupils spent the morning making glittering wands, golden crowns, gingerbread biscuits and delicious cakes in preparation for … Read More
“All hail Macbeth, King of Scotland!” On Monday, Year 6 took on the role of crime scene investigators as they attempted to solve the mystery of King Duncan’s untimely death. So far in our literacy work on Macbeth, a battle had been won and the King’s loyal soldie… Read More
Using Literacy Skills to Make a SandwichA group of Year 3 pupils had fun making sandwiches as part of a literacy unit of work. The children have been working hard with Mrs McDonach to write clear instructions explaining how to make sandwiches, using time connective… Read More
