Designing Tudor Houses Through Junk Modelling
Our EYFS children have been busy designing and creating their own Tudor houses using junk modelling materials, inspired by our learning about the Great Fire of London.
We began by looking at pictures of houses from 1666 and talking about their key features, such as the white walls, wooden beams…
Time Travellers to 1666: Our Great Fire of London Workshop!
Maple Class had an absolutely unforgettable day as we were transported back in time to the bustling, timber-framed streets of 1666 London!
A huge thank you to our special historical visitor who turned our school hall into a chaotic, exciting snapshot of the past for our immersive Great Fire of…
Staffordshire Regimental Museum
Our trip enriched our learning about WW1. We had a fantastic guide, Roger, who explained all about life in the trenches, weapons, uniforms-showed us some interesting artefacts. We had such a great time in the trenches, acting out the various roles and discovering new learning about the war.
…
Hot seating in the role of Sidney.
In English we are reading the book ‘One Boy’s War’ to link in with our topic on WW2. Today we took on the role of Sydney (an 16 year old recruit) and asked him questions about his time in the war. The children used their knowledge to respond as Sydney and answer some tough, heart-wrenching…
National Memorial Arboretum
Oak class enjoyed our trip to the National Memorial Arboretum. We took part in workshops where we learnt about evacuation and rationing. We also explored lots of WW11 memorials and ended the day with an act of remembrance in the chapel. This gave us a chance to reflect on all the people who…
Exploring WW11 artefacts.
As part of our history topic we have been exploring WW11 artefacts. We have especially enjoyed trying on the gas masks, although we wouldn’t like to use one for real!
Trench building
We are learning about the living conditions in the trenches. The children were able to create their own trench fit for soldiers.
Birmingham museum trip
Class 2 visited Birmingham museum. While we were there we learnt about the history of the city of Birmingham. We also had great fun taking part in a Roman workshop where we learnt how to be a Roman soldier. It was fascinating to explore some real artefacts and look at replica uniform and…
Tamworth Castle Trip
What a day Class One had on their exciting school trip to Tamworth Castle! As part of our history topic on monarchs and castles, the children stepped into the past, exploring everything from dungeons to armouries and even meeting the Lady of the Castle!
After a fascinating tour of the castle,…
Roman artefacts.
In history we have been looking at Roman artefacts that were found in Vindolanda. We had to use our inference skills to work out what we thought these objects were used for.
William the Conqueror: a History Lesson Fit For a King
This week in history, we learnt all about William the Conqueror became the King of England! The children were absolutely captivated by the story of William’s invasion in 1066, his fierce battle with Harold Godwinson at the Battle of Hastings, and how he earned the title “Conqueror” through sheer…
Poppy wreath making
This week our children made poppy wreaths for Remembrance Day