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Lots of fun and learning has been happening in Reception as our new Reception children settle in to the new routines and provision. 
 

Year 6 were delighted to be able to be the first class of the year to travel to Longlands Lake and take part in a session of Forest School. This week they enjoyed exploring the areas around the lake, digging holes in the mud, climbing trees and hanging in hammocks. We are absolutely delighted to…

Year 6 have been examining slices of fruit and vegetables to create detailed drawings using their sketching pencils. They used a variety of marks to add shading and detail. 

Reception’s end of year trip was to Rookery Wood in Keswick. The children got to play on the adventure playgrounds which included big slides, climbing nets, balancing beams and even a castle and dungeon. The children also got to try some archery and look for wildlife with binoculars and magnifying…

This year’s end of Year trip was to Rookery Woods. The children had great fun in the sun exploring the stone circle, orienteering and playing on the adventure playground. what a great way to end the year!
 

Nursery Fun Day and what a jam packed day we have had! 

We started with pass the parcel, we then took it in turns going on the bouncy castle and getting some summer themed tattoos. Before we knew it the ice cream van had arrived with a cold treat for us. (We didn’t get any photos of these as…

Year 5 have been learning how to play the Ukulele this year. They have learnt how to read music and were able to perform a selection of songs to the rest of the school. Everyone enjoyed listening to them.

Year 5 enjoyed their trip to the library to change their books. Many children opted for non- fiction books this time and they were keen to get started with reading them.

Year 5 enjoyed putting all the skills they have learnt over the last half term in athletics into practice in a mini class tournament. They did the triple long jump, standing long jump, hurdles, javelin and relays. They all had a great time cheering in their team mates. 
 

KS2 had a fantastic time on their end of year trip in the Lost Fort at Lowther Castle.

The perfect way to end the year. The most fantastic day spent exploring the fort at Lowther Castle in the lovely sunshine. The smiles say it all! 

What a wonderful time was had by all at Lowther Castle today!