Solids, Liquids and Gases
The children in year 4 have started their new science topic on solids, liquids and gases.
As a class we spoke about different types of solids, liquids and gases and grouped them in a table.
The children also got to try out slippery slime. All of the children thoroughly enjoyed this. They…
Community Clean Up!
Today Year Two went out into the community to pick up litter.
All the children and their parents worked hard to tidy up the surrounding area.
Some of the dads did become just a little competitive with their litter picking but it was all in a good cause!
Thank you to all the parents who…
Civic Pride - Litter Picking
As part of our 'Civic Pride' work we went litter picking in our community. Even though the weather took a turn for the worse part way through our litter picking, we did not let it beat us! Here are some photographs of our hard work.
A special 'thank you' also goes to the parents who were able…
Red Nose Day
Today is Red Nose Day. To help support this fundrising event the children have been buying red noses. Today they came in their own clothes and gave a small donation.
This afternoon we looked at how the money that is raised is spent. It made the children realise just how lucky they all are.…
Push and Pull Freeze Frames!
Today in Year 3 we have been learning about forces in Science. We have been talking about ‘push’ and ‘pull’ forces. We went outside and freeze-framed different actions. Can you recognise the different push and pull actions?
Last meeting of Gardening Club!
We had a lovely time at the last meeting of Gardening Club this week.
We had a party!
There were tasty sandwiches, crisps, cakes and chocolate eggs.
After that we played Charades.
Thank you to the children and Mrs Houghton for the beautiful gift of a rose.
I shall plant it in my…
Eddie the Penguin Saves the World
Rehearsals are going well, especially now we have the wireless microphones!
Tickets for the show are available from the school office.
The children are all looking forward to performing for you.
Crime and Punishment
On Monday Mr McNulty (a parent governor) came in to school to speak to the class about his job in the police force. This linked in to our current topic on crime and punishment.
He spoke to the children about why he joined the police force and the different roles he has had. He discussed how…
Eddie The Penguin is on his way!
Don't forget the 'Eddie the Penguin Saves the World' performance is only a few weeks away! Tickets can be purchased from the school office.
Spring Term Parents Evening 2017
There were several postive comments at Parents Evening last night and I was really pleased to see so many parents - 86%.
The children do love their parents to look at the work they are so proud of.
Walking Wednesday
This half term we completed two walks in our local community. These were to the north-west and south-west of our school. Following the route on a map, we walked, observed the area and answered questions on our quiz sheets. During the second of our community walks, we noticed many differences.…
Reception Class go to Smithills Farm
What a wonderful day we had at the farm!
I hope your child has told you a little about it.
Here are a few photos for you to look at and discuss together. They will help you to share the memories of our special day at Smithills.