As part of Pre-School's Primary Knowledge Curriculum topic 'Heroes and adventures' they had Little city in to help us explore different jobs that local heroes have. The children enjoyed dressing up and role playing jobs like the postman, fire fighter, builders, hair dressers and café worker.

In Art last week, Olive class became sculptors. Following the style of Miro, they manipulated clay into several 3D shapes and molded them together to make an abstract sculpture.

In RE last week, Year 2 Maple class discussed artefacts and how these are objects which are important. They brought and  discussed objects they have at home which are special to them and why.

Last week, Willow Class visited the Planetarium to deepen their understanding of their science topic on Space. They loved exploring the stars and planets. Later in the week, during RE, they shared special artefacts and explained their personal significance.

Congratulations to our award winners last week, who were celebrated in our Praise Assembly and were selected by their class teacher for displaying the school values!

Cherry class had a very exciting day with their Year 6 buddies at Herring Green Farm where they got to hold owls, care for the animals and watch an exciting bird of prey show!

Y1 had a lovely visitor come in to teach us about Material Madness that links to our last science topic all about Materials. The children loved seeing and feeling the items that he brought in and the demonstrations of how materials worked. They had a great time!

Preschool had a wonderful week making new friends and diving into Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? They explored colours, created a collaborative artwork for the book corner, and experimented with lines using watercolours and pegs. Well done, Preschool!

Elm Class had a brilliant first week settling back into routine. They loved their PE session with the new coaches, building teamwork, agility, and movement skills through circuits and hurdle jumping. Great start to the term. Well done, Elm!

Maple Class had a fantastic start to Music this term, exploring chime bars, wak-a-tubes, and keyboards. They're off to a great start and can’t wait to learn more songs and make music together!

Baobab Class had a great week exploring different art styles! They studied the work of Munch and Stubbs, comparing brushstroke techniques, and experimented with oil and soft pastels to create texture and style in their own artwork.

Continuing our PKC topic 'All about me', Preschool learned about the important people in our community who help us. We talked about the people who help us in Wixams like the shopkeeper, the rubbish collectors and the teachers.

Continuing our PKC topic 'All about me', Preschool learned about the important people in our community who help us. We talked about the people who help us in Wixams like the shopkeeper, the rubbish collectors and the teachers.

Year 5 loved spending last week doing Bikeability. This experience helps children to not only learn to ride a bicycle, but also to gain independence, social skills and a sense of wellbeing! 🚲

Oak class explored Italian Renaissance art by painting on plaster, just like artists of the time. Focusing on sfumato, drawing with clear lines and blending colours, they created a beautiful collection of sun-themed designs ☀️🎨

Sfumato is a painting technique used to create soft, hazy, and seamless transitions between colours and tones, developed by artists like Leonardo da Vinci during the Renaissance, as demonstrated here by Y6 pupils:

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Last week, Aspen class enjoyed their multi-sports trip. They took part in dancing, hockey and rugby. They all listened really well to their coaches and worked together brilliantly. Well done to all students for taking part and trying their best! 🏑🏉

In geography, Elm class have used everything they have learnt this half term to create a map of their classroom. Pupils needed to ensure their maps included key features such as a title, symbols and a key. They produced some fantastic maps. Well done, Elm!

A message from our new Chair of Governors, sharing his commitment to our continued growth and success.