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'The Explorer' 

Year Two watched a short clip this week in English about an explorer who travelled to the jungle in search of an immortal, golden monkey. We discussed the story and what happened but we didn't think that the ending was very good.

As a class we discussed what could happen…

Year 4 have been busy in Science learning how to use a classification key to identify a variety of mini-beasts and plants.  Once we had used a key, we had the challenge of creating our own key.  To begin with, we used liquorice allsorts and had to think of different questions, which would sort all…

Year six pupils visited Chorley Magistrates Court today and were able to have a tour around the court rooms. We also took up the roles of a trial and acted out a court case. We all played our roles well and after hearing all the evidence and witness statements, the magistrates made the final…

On Tuesday morning Year 5 visited Albany for an ICT lesson.  The children were taught how to use the Scratch program to code.  Mrs Noble at Albany was impressed by what the children could already do.  They all had a brilliant time and were able to make multiple robots dance by the end of the…

Today we have been worm charmers in Year 4!

We worked in groups to decide on the best methods to get worms to come to the surface.

We had some super ideas like pouring soapy water into the ground, stamping on the ground or causing vibrations.  There was a competition to see who could charm…

This week in Reception we have been learning about animals. On Pets Day everybody brought in a toy animal as their 'pet'. The children enjoyed learning about, writing about and painting their animal. We made all our information into a fantastic book. We also welcomed some chinchillas, a dog and a…

This week Year 5 have been looking at the effect of air resistance on objects.  They planned an investigation about the most effective parachute.  The children then made and tested their designs.  They had to explain which was the best parachute and why.

We have had great fun in maths this week - enjoying the sun and getting a bit wet!

We have been looking at 'measurement'. On Wednesday we went outside to have a class competition to see who could throw the furthest. We threw our quoits and then measured the distance by 'pacing', 'steps' and…

Virtual Competition in Year 2 this week

Every year we hold a virtual sports competition for year 1 and year 2 against other schools. This entails Mrs Smith visiting lots of other Chorley schools and holding a seperate competition in each school. The scores are then added together and then the…

In Year Three this week we have started our new topic; ‘Ancient Greece’.

To begin with we have done some research online about what school life and home life was like in Ancient Greek times. We made research posters to stick up in class and add to when we find out new…

This week year 6 have started learning about the European Union in order to have our own referendum next week. Today we're learning about how they debate in the plenum and then we held our own debate. Age-restricted books: for or against? 

Look out for our opinions on staying or leaving the EU…

This term, Mrs Smith from Southlands High School, will be working with Year 6 teaching them how to play rounders and cricket.  Today, the children were introduced to the sports and had the opportunity to learn some important skills that will be useful when they are playing the games. 

We…