Littlehampton- written by a year 6

On the 2nd of July, we (year 6) went to Littlehampton and had a really fun day. First, we got there and did a short register, and then went to get the equipment to go crabbing.


After that we went to the actual park and went to the attractions. First, I went to the dodgems . We played boys against girls and I`d say the boys won. After that some people went on the log flumes, and some people went on the roller coaster. Even though I was quite full from lunch, I decided to go on the waltzers and I was almost sick. When I was done with that I went to the gift shop and I got some clotted cream fudge.


That is the end of year 6s` fun day at Littlehampton.

Insect Art

Over the last few weeks we have been looking at art related to insects. We have completed charcoal observational drawings, pop art bee pictures and today we made some wire dragonfly sculptures. Have a look at amazing work!

Make Do and Mend

As part of our topic, Britain at War, we have been learning about the ‘Make Do and Mend’ campaign. We have learnt running stitch, whip stitch and blanket stitch and are using these to create either a bookmark, pencil case or a pin cushion. They are starting to look great!

Navy STEM Morning- written by a Year Six

Today the Navy came into our school and showed us some really cool activities like how to build a mini drone and a mini alarm. They also showed some mini robots that can move around and we played a small football match with a tennis ball. Then lastly we made a small rover that we could drive around the course they made in the outdoor classroom and controlled them with an ipad then we played tag with them.

My favourite activity was the mini robots or the mini rovers.  

Luke Delahunty

On Monday, Luke Delahunty, who had competed in the invictus games, came into school to tell us about his sporting journey and to lead us in some fitness activities. We enjoyed hearing about all the different sports he had tried and how he had competed for GB at the invictus games in cycling!

World Book Day!

Year 6 had a brilliant time with their buddies yesterday on World Book Day. Some of us built cosy dens and some of us chose to share a book outside. It was lovely to see the range of books the children chose and to see everyone enjoying themselves!

Woodland Trust - Platinum Award

Huge congratulations to all of Badger Class. I have just been told that we have been awarded the Platinum Award from the Woodland Trust as the ultimate part of the Green Tree Schools Award. This is thanks to the outdoor work completed by Badger Class last year and this year. I’m so proud of you all, this is a fantastic achievement. Have a wonderful Christmas break. Love Mrs Ashton-Smith

Maya Food

On Wednesday morning year six spent the whole morning cooking Maya inspired food. They made tortillas, guacamole, salsa, cooked sweet potatoes and Maya style spicy hot chocolate. We enjoyed our Maya feast with many children trying food they’d never had before.

Brilliant buddies!

Year Six had a fantastic time with their buddies on Tuesday. They searched the school and grounds for festive pictures together and the buddies crossed off each item as they found them. Afterwards, they had free play in Robins Class. It was such a joy to see them all having so much fun together.

Fearsome French

On Friday year six acted out doctor, patient scenarios in French. To make this more lifelike they used fake blood and make up to give themselves ‘injuries’ and when asked by the doctor they had to say where they were hurt. They then swapped roles. We then crept into the library and hid while one member of the class (who won rock, paper, scissors to get the role) staggered into the office clutching their head with fake blood trickling through their fingers, calling Mrs Parsons! We all cracked up when she believed it. Sorry Mrs Parsons! You were so kind to them though and took the joke very well! You weren’t the only one fooled, my husband and children all thought I had a black-eye when I got home!

Marvellous Maya Masks

This week year six finished their Maya masks and the result is outstanding! This project started with the class learning why Maya wore masks (battle, event and death) and looking at examples of each as inspiration for them to design their own. Once they had designed their own and considered their colour choices based on the purpose of their mask, it was time to create them. The class used air dry clay and learnt how to join it so their masks could be 3D. They also etched patterns and symbols into their masks and the result, I’m sure you’ll agree, is rather striking.

Canoeing at Henley Fort

Waking up Guildford singing en route to the river (Cotton eye Joe and Mr Brightside firm favourites), canoeing, challenges and lots of jumping in. No sign of Steve (ask the children) ;-)

Henley Fort

Year Six have are having a terrific time at Henley Fort. Here are just a few pictures of some of the things we’ve been up to…

Heart dissection

What a way to start our science topic! The class found it fascinating to see inside an ox’s heart and identify the oxygenated and de-oxygenated side, by the thickness of the walls. They were also able to see the different chambers and identify the pulmonary artery and vein and aorta. They then had a go at dissecting pigs hearts. It was a very valuable aid to their learning and led to interesting discussions. It is really useful for the children to see the colour and size of the hearts and is a memorable way of learning.