Ghost Launchers STEAM Challenge
Year 6 took part in a STEAM ( Science Technology Engineering And Mathematics) challenge. Their goal was to create a catapult to launch marshmallow ghosts as far as possible. They worked in teams to create plans considering: the materials they had available, how they would know the catapult was…
Mexican Burritos in D&T
As part of our D&T unit on exploring foods from other cultures, Y6 were asked the question: ‘Can street foods save us?’ They talked about what good nutrition looked like and analysed whether their favourite snacks were healthy or not. We agreed that everything is fine in moderation! They used…
Year 6 Netball and Football Tournament
Year 6 represented the school at a football and netball tournament at St. Benedict’s this week. They had a great time and got to practice all the skills they have been learning in PE lessons and after school clubs. ⚽️
Y6 More Forest School Fun!
Y6 are continuing to enjoy the experiences being offered to them in their weekly Forest School sessions this half-term.
This week they have made a fire safely and designed and made their own personalised wooden medals using natural materials. You can see from the happy faces on the photos how…
Run With Marathon Man
A huge well done to all our Y5 and 6’s who ran a mile with Gary McKee in the torrential rain! Gary aka Marathon Man is running a marathon every single day for a whole year to raise money for Hospice at home and McMillan Cancer Support. The children were blown away by the resilience and stamina…
School Council Election 2022
The children in school from Y1-Y6 have been learning about the importance of democracy in preparation for our annual School Council election which was held this afternoon. Y6 organised the election and assisted the younger children with patience and care. Well done everyone…..results will be…
Science Museum Show
Year 6 were delighted to attend the Science Museum show today at Lakes College, Lillyhall. We enjoyed taking part in the ‘Feel the Force’ show. The Science Museum from London travelled to Cumbria to give the pupils this fantastic opportunity. Matthew was picked out to be a volunteer and assist…
Y6 Forest School
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 Art (fruit)
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.
KS2 End Of Year Trip
KS2 had a fantastic time on their end of year trip in the Lost Fort at Lowther Castle.
Y6 End of year trip to 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!
Junior Trip 2022
What a wonderful time was had by all at Lowther Castle today!