In our Design and Technology work this term, the boys and girls in Year 3 have been designing and creating a medieval catapult. Our work began with research into attacks on castles and methods that would have been employed such as mining or undertaking a siege. As part of our research, the childre
To share all the news and events that happen at Harlow Green Community Primary School, the Year 6 HG News team report weekly. The aim is to build confidence and a range of skills which can be applied in a variety of ways. This opportunity also gives an insight into the potential of becoming a jour
As we come to the end of the summer term, I would like to take this opportunity to reflect on the academic year at Harlow Green. There is much to be proud of at our school. Both governors and staff feel immense pride in what we have offered and achieved together this year. Through our broad and bala
As part of Gateshead Council’s promotion of the new Calderwood park, Harlow Green Rights Respect Officers were invited to visit for a photo shoot. On a beautiful summer’s day, our children took the short walk ready to have some fun! It was brilliant to have the opportunity to test out the apparatu
What a fantastic day we had for our annual Sports Day! With the sun shining brightly and temperatures climbing, children from Years 1 to 6 showed incredible energy, enthusiasm and team spirit throughout their events. All pupils took part in a wide variety of activities and races, from sprints to s
In our Forest School the children learn how to confidently find and use natural materials. They recognise the properties of the living world around them so that they can then use it to their best advantage. They do this by gathering materials whilst still ensuring that the plants are protected and n
During Art, the boys and girls in Year 3 have explored the work of artist Julia Lidell. She is a textile artist who produces woven designs. They began by comparing pieces of her work and commenting on which pieces they liked best. They identified how her work made them feel before sketching one of h
Today we were visited by Tommy from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service and he spent the whole morning in school from our youngest to our oldest, helping the children learn about water safety and some top tips for fire safety too. In the morning, we held two assemblies, during which the children l
This afternoon, the Harlow Green choir visited the Glasshouse to perform in the 2025 Big Sing. Before the show started, scientists from the Centre for Life performed some cool experiments to warm up the audience. Then, the show began with Sharon Durant and the Big Sing band taking to the stage. Af
This afternoon, the school choir visited Gateshead Civic Centre to perform in a Citizenship Ceremony. It was a very formal occasion which took place in the council chamber. Before the ceremony, the children were lucky enough to have their photograph taken with the Mayor in the chamber. The main part
