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Date: 10th Mar 2025 @ 7:28pm
Class Blog: This Week's Learning Highlights
In Literacy, we are exploring The Red Tree- by Shaun Tan. This illustrated story delves into themes of hope, resilience, and overcoming challenges. The children shared their interpretations of the surreal images, sparking deep discussions about the emotions and struggles the main character faces.
In Maths, we are learning all about Ratio and Proportion and we are also working on arithmetic. The children are working very hard and are making good progress.
In Science, on Monday, we examined the structure and function of the human eye. Students learned about parts like the cornea, lens, and retina, and how they work together to process images.
Pride in Our Students During Ramadan
As we enter the month of Ramadan, we are incredibly proud of how the children have shown patience, discipline, and kindness while fasting and continuing their studies.
They’ve embodied the spirit of Ramadan, supporting one another and practicing empathy.
Date: 10th Mar 2025 @ 7:28pm
Class Blog: This Week's Learning Highlights
In Literacy, we are exploring The Red Tree- by Shaun Tan. This illustrated story delves into themes of hope, resilience, and overcoming challenges. The children shared their interpretations of the surreal images, sparking deep discussions about the emotions and struggles the main character faces.
In Maths, we are learning all about Ratio and Proportion and we are also working on arithmetic. The children are working very hard and are making good progress.
In Science, on Monday, we examined the structure and function of the human eye. Students learned about parts like the cornea, lens, and retina, and how they work together to process images.
Pride in Our Students During Ramadan
As we enter the month of Ramadan, we are incredibly proud of how the children have shown patience, discipline, and kindness while fasting and continuing their studies. They’ve embodied the spirit of Ramadan, supporting one another and practicing empathy.
07/03/2025 - This Week in Year 5
Date: 6th Mar 2025 @ 3:58pm
So far this half term, Year 5 have been learning all about France!
In our Topic lessons we have been learning all about French culture and have been exploring where France is situated within Europe. We discussed which countries border France and used Google Earth to have a look at the continent.
In our weekly French lessons, we have been learning all about pets. As-tu un animal? We learnt the names of eight common pets and how to tell each other which pets we have.
In English, we are studying the French-based book Madeline. This week we have been focusing on using descriptive language techniques such as similes, metaphors and personification to write a character description all about the main character, Madeline.
Year 5 have had a great start so far this half term. Well done to you all!
w/c 03.03.25 This week in Year 2!
Date: 6th Mar 2025 @ 2:10pm
What a brilliant week we have had in Year 2!
Class 5 took part in the choral speaking competition at Queen Elizabeth Hall - they were fantastic, had lots of confidence and did us all very proud!
Both classes have begun our DT work for this half term, Class 5 have enjoyed tasting vegetables and designing their soup and Class 6 had lots of fun making theirs. Hopefully the children will be able to teach you what they learnt and you can enjoy some delicious vegetable soup at home together.
Year 1 Weekly Blog WB 3/3/2025
Date: 6th Mar 2025 @ 1:58pm
This week in English, we worked on creating our own alternative endings for the beautiful story The Kiss That Missed by David Melling. In the book, a kiss is sent by a King to his prince but misses and travels far away, creating a fun adventure.We used our imagination to describe new places where the kiss could land. We voted for our favourite idea and as a class chose a beach or outer space. We also created new characters to add to the story.
Each of us came up with our own ideas for what happened after the kiss missed and we loved hearing everyone’s creative endings!
In Maths this week, we focused on multiplying by 10 5 and 2, a key skill for Year 1. We used lots of fun ways to understand how multiplying works.We used dienes to help us multiply by 10, hands to help us multiply by 5 and socks to help us multiply by 2.
In Science, we’ve been learning about herbivores—animals that only eat plants. This week, we looked at pictures of different herbivores and discussed what makes them special.
We also talked about how herbivores are important for the environment because they help keep the plants healthy by eating them and helping them grow back.
Our topic work this week was all about castles! We discovered what makes a castle different from a house or a palace. We learned that a castle has things like:
- High walls to protect the people inside.
- Towers that help you see far away to spot any dangers.
- Moats to keep unwanted guests out.
After learning all about castles, we decided to make a video of our findings which you will be able to see in our year group assembly soon
This Week In Reception (WB 03.03.25)
Date: 6th Mar 2025 @ 10:20am
This week in Reception, we've had another exciting adventure as we continue to explore the theme of the farm! We started the week by reading the delightful book A Day at Greenhill Farm, which helped bring our recent trip to the farm to life. The children absolutely loved talking about their experiences, sharing all the wonderful sights, sounds, and animals they saw.
Each child picked their favourite part of the trip and expressed their thoughts through drawings and writing. It was fantastic to see how they used their imaginations, drawing their favourite moments and writing simple sentences to describe them.
In Maths, we continued to explore subtraction through hands-on activities. The children enjoyed using objects to help them understand that when we take away, the number gets smaller. These practical lessons really help bring maths concepts to life!
This week, we also explored the wonderful world of farm animals and their babies. The children learned about the different names of baby animals and had fun matching adult animals to their young ones.
On Wednesday, we celebrated World Book Day in style! The children came to school in their cosy pyjamas and shared their favourite books during Storytime. It was a lovely way to encourage a love of reading and storytelling in a fun and relaxed setting.
It’s been another busy and exciting week in Reception! We look forward to more learning and fun next week!
Date: 6th Mar 2025 @ 7:40am
Class 7 have had a great start to the half term. Last week we had our WOW starter for the Noble Nile topic. We enjoyed do collages of Egypt showing the Nile, the pyramids and temples, we made a shadoof and made posters all about the River Nile.
This week we had some visitors to help us with our RE topic about Jesus. We have been learning about the discisples and the visitors taught us about Luke's story. We were all interested in learning more about this.
Date: 5th Mar 2025 @ 10:18am
What a wonderful week it has been so far in Class 9.
This week we have been learning about Multiplication in Maths and focusing on the short method. The children have worked incredibly hard with this and have shown a great attitude in their learning.
In English, this week the children have been focusing on the text ‘Kapok Tree’ and have written a detailed narrative based on this.
Lastly, we had a visit from a Police Community Support Officer, who taught all the children the importance of keeping safe and recognising criminal behaviour - The officer was blown away with Class 9, noting how exceptionally well they behaved and looked forward to his next visit.
Nursery News: Week 2 – Spring 2: Why Does That Happen? 🌙💡
Date: 5th Mar 2025 @ 7:57am
This week, our little learners have been investigating light and dark as part of our exciting “Why Does That Happen?” topic! Our focus book, “Can’t You Sleep, Little Bear?” by Martin Waddell, has helped us explore the concept of light and how it can help us see in the dark.
Exploring Light and Dark 🔦✨
To bring our learning to life, we introduced a light box and torches into our classroom, creating a magical space for the children to experiment with shadows, reflections, and brightness. The children loved investigating different materials and how light shines through them, sparking some fantastic discussions and curiosity!
Family Group Learning: Patterns and Problem-Solving 🔢
Our mathematical learning continued this week as we built upon our understanding of repeating patterns. Using colourful counting cubes and peg boards, the children created their own patterns, strengthening their problem-solving skills and early mathematical thinking.
Gross Motor Development: Parachute Play 🌅🌙
Outdoors, we strengthened our gross motor skills with an exciting parachute game! The children were shown flashcards representing different daytime and nighttime activities, such as sunrise and sunset, and they had to decide what action to perform with the parachute. This active learning helped reinforce their understanding of how the world changes between day and night.
Sorting Day and Night Activities 🌞🌜
One of our favourite activities this week was our day and night sorting challenge. The children worked in small groups with two large sheets of paper—one labeled daytime and the other nighttime. They were given picture cards showing different activities and had to decide where each one belonged! This encouraged critical thinking, teamwork, and reasoning skills as they explained their choices to their friends.
Phonics Fun: The Letter ‘M’ ✏️🎵
This week, our phonics focus has been on the letter ‘M’! The children have been practicing saying, hearing, and recognizing the letter M in different words. We’ve enjoyed playing listening games, spotting objects that start with M, and even practicing mark-making to form the letter. Some children even tried writing "M" in sand and shaving foam for extra fun!
What’s Next? 🔍
Next week, we will continue to spark curiosity as we explore how things work through more hands-on investigations. Thank you for your continued support, and we can’t wait to share more of our learning journey with you!
Stay curious! 🌟🔦
Date: 2nd Mar 2025 @ 6:59pm
Last week in PE, we took on the fast-paced and exhilarating sport of handball! Our main focus was developing our passing techniques and this week we will be working on our shooting skills.
In comprehension, we will delve into the inspiring story of Ruby Bridges. Ruby Bridges was one of the first African-American children to integrate an all-white school in the South, during the Civil Rights Movement. Her courage and determination at such a young age has left lasting impact on society. We will discuss the challenges she faced, the importance of standing up for what is right, and how her bravery paved the way for future generations. 🌟
This week will be filled with lots of new learning, personal growth, and inspiration.
Believe-Achieve-Succeed.
Date: 28th Feb 2025 @ 7:08am
Year 6 has had a fantastic start to the half term! In Science, we’ve been learning how light travels, exploring natural and artifical light. Our refugee topic continues to spark thoughtful discussions as the children learn about the experiences of refugees and how we can make a positive impact. In English, we’ve begun writing non-chronological reports, with the children researching topics and focusing on structure and detail of a website. In PSHE, we’ve been discussing aspirations for the future, and the class has shared some inspiring goals, demonstrating a real sense of ambition. It's been a positive and engaging start to the term, and I’m excited to see how the children continue to grow and learn!
This week in Reception (WB 24.02.25)
Date: 27th Feb 2025 @ 4:38pm
As part of our exciting new topic, "Amazing Animals," our class recently embarked on an unforgettable adventure to Cockfield Farm. This trip served as the perfect WOW starter to launch our learning and offer the children hands-on experiences with a variety of animals. From riding on a tractor to meeting adorable baby animals, it was a day filled with discovery, fun, and learning.
Our journey began with a smooth ride on the coach, with everyone buzzing with excitement about the day ahead. Upon arrival, we were welcomed by the friendly staff at Cockfield Farm, who guided us through a fun-packed itinerary, giving the children a chance to interact with the animals up close.
One of the highlights was riding on the back of a tractor! The children were thrilled as they climbed aboard and enjoyed a bumpy ride through the farm's scenic fields. It was a fantastic way to kickstart the adventure and get a closer look at the farm's layout.
Next, the children had the opportunity to meet and stroke some of the farm’s tiniest residents. The baby rabbits and chicks were an instant hit. With their soft fur and tiny, fluttering wings, the children couldn’t wait to gently hold them, learning about the care and needs of these young animals.
The excitement didn’t stop there. The children also had the chance to feed larger animals, such as goats, which were eager to munch on fresh vegetables. It was a wonderful opportunity for the children to see the difference between smaller and larger animals, as well as learn about their different diets and habits.
As a sweet treat to round off the day, the children had the chance to enjoy a ride on a charming carousel. It was the perfect way to end our visit, with smiles all around as the children enjoyed the gentle spin.
Our trip to Cockfield Farm not only offered the children a fantastic opportunity to learn about different animals, but it also helped them to make real-world connections to our classroom learning. The experiences of the day will inspire and enrich our "Amazing Animals" topic, bringing the children’s learning to life.
We are incredibly grateful to the staff at Cockfield Farm for making our trip so enjoyable and educational. The memories of this exciting adventure will stay with the children for years to come, and we can’t wait to continue exploring the fascinating world of animals back in the classroom!
Stay tuned for more updates on our "Amazing Animals" topic!
W/C 24.02.2025 This week in Year 2!
Date: 27th Feb 2025 @ 4:37pm
We have had an excellent start to the term!
We loved reading our new text in English: The Great Explorer! We did a lot of drama retelling the story and enjoyed trying on Miss Coyle's walking boots.
Our new topic this term is 'How will we remember you?' We started this work by learning about Florence Nightingale and how she was a nurse in the Crimean War.
Maths has been fun and practical this week, we have learnt about odd and even numbers and how to read and write numbers in words.
Class 5 are looking forward to the Choral Speaking Festival at Queen Elizabeth Hall next Tuesday at 1.15pm - please join us if you can!
Notices:
PE days:
Class 5 - Wednesday and Thursday - Please ensure that children have trainers for their football session on Thursday.
Class 6 - Wednesday
Have a lovely weekend!
Year 1 Weekly Blog Week Beginning 24/2/2025
Date: 27th Feb 2025 @ 1:50pm
The children have come back after half term full of energy and enthusiasm to learn.
This week in English, our Year 1 class dove into the delightful story of The Kiss That Missed by David Melling.Here is a link to a video of it if you want to enjoy it at home.
'The Kiss that Missed' read by Karan Brar
We started by only reading the beginning pages of the story and doing some predictions of what would happen in the book. We did some fantastic drama based on our ideas!
Our Big Write is to retell the story using as much exciting vocabualry as possible.
In Maths, we’ve been focusing on comparing numbers and counting in twos. The children have worked hard to understand how to recognize which number is bigger or smaller, using terms like “greater than” and “less than” and using symbols to represent them.
We also started counting in twos.They enjoyed clapping and jumping in twos to make the learning more active and fun! We’ve seen great progress and are excited to continue building on these skills next week when we focus on multiplication.
We kicked off a brand-new topic this week - Courageous Castles. This week the children learned the different parts of a castle and were able to label their own diagram of a castle.
In Science we have begun our learning about carnivores herbivores and omnivores. This week we strted with carnivores and were able to classify animals according to what they eat.
Nursery News: Week 1 – Spring 2: “Why Does That Happen?” 🔍✨
Date: 25th Feb 2025 @ 4:10pm
Welcome back to a brand new term! This half term, we are diving into our exciting new topic: “Why Does That Happen?”, where curiosity will lead the way! To name a few, our young explorers will investigate how things work, exploring forces, magnets, cogs, and wind-up toys. Through hands-on activities, we aim to spark curiosity, build critical thinking, and strengthen problem-solving skills—all while developing a deeper understanding of the world around us.
This Week’s Focus: Floating and Sinking
To kick off our new topic, we have been learning all about floating and sinking using the brilliant story “Who Sank the Boat?” by Pamela Allen. The story has captivated the children’s imaginations and set the stage for lots of scientific discovery and inquiry-based learning.
Family Group Learning: Communication and Curiosity
In our family groups this week, we focussed on listening and attention as we read through the story together. The children were encouraged to ask questions and make predictions—who did they think would sink the boat? Why might some objects float while others sink? It was wonderful to see their minds working as they explored these ideas.
Science in Action: Floating and Sinking Experiments
The highlight of our week was our floating and sinking experiment. The children had the opportunity to test different objects in water to see whether they would float or sink. They observed, discussed, and even made predictions before testing each object. This practical, hands-on approach encouraged scientific thinking and early problem-solving skills.
Maths Learning: Repeating Patterns
In our maths learning, we explored repeating patterns. The children loved using body percussion to create patterns with their friends. They stomped, clapped, and tapped out sequences, developing their understanding of pattern recognition and enjoying the rhythm and movement along the way.
What’s Next?
We are so excited to continue our journey of discovery over the coming weeks. The children will explore forces, magnets, cogs, and wind-up toys, learning more about how things work and asking “Why does that happen?” Stay tuned for more exciting updates as our little scientists continue to explore, investigate, and learn!
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to sharing more of our adventures with you soon! 🧠🔎🌟
Date: 14th Feb 2025 @ 6:04pm
Year 6 have been doing some amazing narrative writing. We have been inspired by the story, 'The Island by Armin Greder. Children have worked incredibly hard to include show not tell and dialogue to move the narrative forward.
In maths, we have been learning about Length. Paying close attention to converting units of measure - drawing on our skills in multiplying and dividing by 10, 100 and 1000.
We have celebrated Internet Safety week by learning all about how to protect our online profiles. Make sure to ask your child all about it.
In DT, the pupils in Year 6 have completed their fabulous weaving project. They worked really hard to develop some gorgeous creations, incorporating all the skills that they have learned through the topic.
Date: 13th Feb 2025 @ 12:17pm
In our singing assemblies this half term we have been looking at the weather and Chinese New Year. We have been singing some lovely songs that we would like to share with you.
Date: 13th Feb 2025 @ 12:32am
Class 7 enjoyed their science learning this week where they became paleontologists or fossil hunters. They recreated the many layers of sand and mud that forms sedimentary rock then went on a dig to find the fossils. They drew fossil drawings and explained the process of how a fossil is formed. Well done Class 7!
This Week In Reception (WB 10.02.25)
Date: 12th Feb 2025 @ 3:51pm
This week in Reception, we had so much fun reading My Granny Went to Market! We explored all the amazing places Granny visited and the wonderful things she bought. The children used their phonics skills to label pictures of the different items Granny bought along the way. In Maths, we continued practising practical addition, using objects to help us solve problems. We also learned about special places. The children discovered how the church is a special place for Christians and how the mosque is a special place for Muslims. It was a week full of exciting learning and new discoveries!
Date: 10th Feb 2025 @ 9:59am
It has been a brilliant week of learning in Year 5. The children have been tapping into their comedic sides with their writing this week and writing from the perspective of Toad from 'The Wind in the Willows' has been a great opportunity to develop our writing tone and style. Please do ask your child what they think of this week's writing to see if they can share their knowledge with you.
We have also been using the 'makerspace.' to create multimedia river collages. The outcomes are excellent and we are so, so, so impressed by the creativity of the children and the brilliant artwork that they have created.
Next week there are so many exciting things taking place. There is the Harmony Trust SumDog competition that the children have already shown they are excited to compete in and we have visitors coming in from ATKINS, a geological firm, to do our fantstic finish for our 'River Deep, Mountain High'. We are so excited for next week and we hope that you are too. Please make sure all of the children come in with a smile on their face, ready and looking forward to everythig we have got planned!
What a lovely week of learning in Class 9
Date: 7th Feb 2025 @ 9:18am
It has been another lovely week in Class 9.
The children have been fantastic with both their behaviour and learning.
This week in maths we have been learning about symmetry and identify lines of symmetry within a range of shapes and images.
In English the children are working towards writing a poem based on the rainforest. We can’t wait for you to read our amazing and creative poems!
Lastly, it was lovely seeing you all on parents evening and sharing all the amazing things the children do at Greenhill.
Have a lovely weekend.
Mrs Khalil
Date: 6th Feb 2025 @ 4:57pm
C7 loved the new parents evening communication. We left messages to our parents and they responded after speaking to our teachers and looking through our books. We were so excited to see what they had written for us.
Nursery News: Week 5 – Doctors and Nurses! 🏥👩⚕️👨⚕️
Date: 6th Feb 2025 @ 1:09pm
This week in Nursery, we have been learning all about Doctors and Nurses! The children have absolutely loved role-playing in our very own Doctors’ Surgery, taking on the important roles of doctors, nurses, and patients. It has been wonderful to see their imaginations flourish as they cared for their 'poorly' friends, teddies, and dollies.
Fine & Gross Motor Skills – Caring for Patients
In our family groups, we have been strengthening both our fine and gross motor skills by carefully placing plasters and wrapping bandages around our poorly teddies and dolls. This activity encouraged careful hand movements while also developing empathy and communication as the children reassured their 'patients' with kind words.
Maths Learning – Counting Medical Equipment
Our maths learning this week has been all about counting! The children matched pictures of doctors’ equipment—such as thermometers, stethoscopes, and syringes—to number flashcards. This helped them to practise number recognition and one-to-one correspondence in a fun and engaging way.
Understanding the World – Exploring Medical Tools
We also explored real-life doctors' equipment and discussed what each item might be used for. The children were fascinated by stethoscopes, otoscopes, and syringes, and they loved testing out our toy versions in role-play! This activity helped to build their vocabulary and understanding of how doctors and nurses help us when we are unwell.
PSHE – The Power of Breathing
As part of our PSHE learning, we practised deep breathing techniques and discussed how breathing can help us to feel calm. The children enjoyed learning simple breathing exercises and discovering how we can use our breath to help us relax and feel better—just like when a doctor asks us to take deep breaths during a check-up!
Looking Ahead
It has been a fantastic week of learning and exploration, and we are so proud of how engaged and enthusiastic the children have been. Next week, we will continue our “What do I want to be when I grow up?” theme with more exciting professions to explore! 🚑✨
Year 1 Weekly Blog WB 3/2/2025
Date: 6th Feb 2025 @ 1:06pm
Year 1 Class Blog - A Busy Week of Learning!
Welcome to our Year 1 Class Blog! This week, we've been having so much fun learning and exploring new topics. Here's a quick look at all the exciting things we've done!
English - The King's New Pants
This week in English, we read the funny and fantastic book The King's Pants. In the story, the King keeps losing his pants, and the people in the kingdom try to make him a new pair.
Here is a link to a video of the book if you would like to enjoy it at home.
THE KING'S PANTS 👑 Nicholas Allan | Read aloud #storyoftheweek #kingcharlesbooks
Inspired by this, we had a creative challenge! Each of us designed our own special pair of pants for the King. Some of us made pants with pockets for his treasures, while others added sparkles and even rainbow colors!
We then wrote letters to the King to tell him all about our amazing new pants design.
Maths - Fractions Fun!
In maths this week, we’ve been learning all about fractions! We looked at how to find half of shapes and amounts.
We also practiced drawing shapes and cutting them into halves to make sure we understood how fractions work.
Science - Exploring Amphibians
This week in science, we learned all about amphibians! We explored creatures like frogs, newts, and salamanders. We discovered that amphibians can live both in water and on land, which makes them really special!
We looked at pictures of different amphibians and talked about their life cycles, from eggs to tadpoles to adults. Some of us even tried to draw our favorite amphibians.
Geography - Physical Landmarks in the UK
In our geography lessons, we’ve been learning about the four countries of the UK and some of their famous physical landmarks. We explored the Loch Ness in Scotland, the River Thames in England, Snowdonia in Wales, and the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland.
We loved looking at pictures of these places and talked about what makes them so special. Did you know the Giant's Causeway is made of thousands of amazing hexagonal rocks that look like they were placed by giants? It was so interesting to learn about these beautiful natural landmarks!
Thank you to all the parents who came to Parent's Evening and enjoyed looking at the childrens fantastic learning!
This Week In Reception (WB 03.02.25)
Date: 6th Feb 2025 @ 10:57am
This week in Reception, we embarked on a fascinating journey around the world! Our non-fiction book, Homes Around the World, introduced us to all sorts of exciting houses, from tree houses high up in the branches to icy igloos built from snow. The children were amazed by how different homes can be and used their creativity to imagine and draw their dream homes. Using their Little Wandle phonics knowledge, they also wrote a sentence about their dream home, showcasing their growing writing skills.
In Maths, we had hands-on fun with practical addition. Using classroom items like rubber dinosaurs and buttons, the children added different amounts together and then wrote their own number sentences. It was wonderful to see them use real objects to make sense of numbers!
In RE, we reflected on the places that are special to us. The children shared stories about the places they love and why they are important, helping them connect their own experiences to the world around them.
It’s been a week filled with learning, creativity, and fun—what a fantastic start to February!
