Year 4 Science - Leaf Hunt and Classification Keys
Year 4 have been looking at, 'Living things and their Habitats' in our Science lessons. We have learnt how to group things by using classification keys and selecting relevant questions to help do this. In our Science lesson this week, we put our knowledge to the test by collecting leaves from the school grounds on a leaf hunt, and then worked in table groups to help classify the different leaves we had found.
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Year 3 - Science - Sources of Light
This term, our Year 3 mini-scientists are rolling up their sleeves and stepping into the lab to explore the fascinating world of light and shadows. We’re really focusing on practical, hands-on learning, giving the children a chance to ask big questions, test out their own ideas, and figure out how things work firsthand. It’s always a hugely popular topic, and we can’t wait to see their curiosity take off as they get stuck into some brilliant classroom experiments.
Year 1 - Outdoor Learning - Identifying Parts of Trees
Year 1 had a fantastic time taking our learning outdoors today! We explored the school grounds to discover the different parts of a tree—hunting for leaves, branches, the trunk, and even spotting some roots popping up out of the soil. We had a great chat about the important job each part does to keep the tree happy and healthy. We also brought some maths into the fresh air! The children collected sticks and leaves, then worked hard to sort them into categories by colour and size. There’s nothing quite like hands-on learning outside! What’s your favourite thing to spot on a nature walk? Let us know below!
Year 5 Science - Investigating Asteroid Craters
Our Year 5 scientists have blasted off into an exciting new physics topic this week, exploring the secrets of our solar system. The children began by examining different celestial bodies, discussing the phases of the Moon, and discovering how a massive asteroid collision millions of years ago brought about the end of the dinosaurs. This sparked a big question for our main science investigation: Does the size of an asteroid affect the diameter of its impact crater? To put this to the test, the class worked brilliantly in teams to plan a fair test. They identified their variables and designed their own data tables to record their future findings. The children raided the PE cupboard to use different-sized sports balls as their "asteroids." They dropped these into trays of sand to measure and observe the deep craters left behind. What do you predict our results will show—will a larger asteroid always make a wider crater?
Nursery And Pre-School - Science - Exploring Textures
This week, our Nursery and Pre-School children became young scientists as they explored how the texture of a familiar object can change when it is manipulated in different ways. Using bread as their subject, the children participated in a sensory experiment to observe three distinct states of texture. The investigation began with plates of fresh bread being passed around the circle. This first state sparked excellent descriptive vocabulary, with the children identifying the texture as "soft" and "spongy." Next, the children were introduced to bread that looked identical to the first sample but had been frozen. They immediately noticed a significant change in its physical properties, observing that it was now "hard" and "rough." The children delighted in discovering that they could tap the frozen bread firmly against their plates—an action that was impossible with the soft, fresh bread. Finally, the class explored what would happen when water was added to the bread. The children watched in fascination as the poured water instantly disappeared. This led to an engaging group discussion about where the water had gone, with several children accurately concluding that the bread had "soaked it up." When this final state was passed around the circle, the children used their senses to describe the completely transformed texture, labeling it as "squidgy," "slimy," and "wet." This hands-on experiment provided a fantastic introduction to material properties, absorption, and scientific observation.
Year 4 - KS2 Science Show
Did KS2 have a fantastic time during our Science Show about Electricity? Year 4 certainly did! We could apply our scientific knowledge of electricity to help reason and explain the experiments we took part in and make predictions about what might happen. It was so much fun!
Year 3 - Science - Investigating Grip Strength
Our Year 3 scientists have been putting their strength and measurement skills to the test in a hands-on investigation all about grip strength. To figure out how the size of an object affects how tightly we can hold it, the children worked in teams to investigate a range of PE equipment. Here is how they cracked the science behind the squeeze: Measuring Circumference: First, they carefully used tape measures to find the distance around different PE balls—from tiny tennis balls to chunky basketballs. The Grip Test: Next, they tested how easy or difficult it was to securely grip each ball with one hand. Analysing Data: They compared their measurements to see if a larger circumference made it harder to maintain a strong grip. There was brilliant mathematical thinking, fantastic teamwork, and plenty of determined faces as they tested their theories.
Year 2 Science: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Year 2 have started a new topic in Science about plant-based materials. We have deepened our knowledge of sustainability by considering the 3R's: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Miss Mulligan was extremely impressed with the creativity shown during the "trash to treasure" activity, where the children chose a piece of rubbish to redesign into a new useful product. Plastic bottles became bird feeders, cardboard boxes became bug hotels, old tights became teddies!
Year 3 - Science - Planning An Investigation
Year 3 have been busy working like real scientists this week! The children are currently planning an exciting investigation to find out if there is a link between our hand span and our grip strength. They have been discussing how to make it a fair test, predicting what might happen, and deciding how to measure their results accurately. We cannot wait to get hands-on with the testing phase next week and see if our predictions match the data. Stay tuned for the results!
Year 6: Science - Evolution
This week in Science, year 6 have been learning about evolution. We looked at Charles Darwin's voyage to the Galapagos, and the adaptations he found in local species of finch.
Nursery And Pre-School - Science - Food Decomposition
Over the last week, the children in Nursery and Preschool have become little scientists, taking part in a two-part investigation into how things change and decay. We wanted to find out what would happen to an apple when left in different environments, so we set up a special experiment using four slices. One was placed in milk, one in water, one in sugar water, and the final piece was left out in the air. To start our investigation, the children were encouraged to make their own predictions. We had some wonderful ideas, with some children thinking the apples would change colour and turn brown, while others wondered if the seeds inside might start to grow! This was a great way for the children to practice their "thinking skills" and imagine what might happen over time. After waiting for a whole week, we gathered back together to see if our predictions were right. We used our senses to explore the changes, taking a good look, feeling the textures, and even having a little sniff of the different bowls! The children were fascinated to see how some apples had stayed firm while others had become mushy or changed colour. We spoke about what we could see and smell, and the children enjoyed sharing their surprises when the results were different from what they first expected. This hands-on experiment was a fantastic way for the children to observe the passage of time and the natural process of change in the world around them.
Year 4 Geography and Science
This half term, Year 4 have really enjoyed their cross-curricular learning with similar themes between different subjects. We have conducted a water cycle experiment in Science to see the process in real life, and applied this to our Geography topic, learning about rivers. Our favourite part of this is the water cycle dance! The actions and song really help us remember the key words and different processes.
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