On Tuesday, the children in Year 5 took a visit to Newcastle Central Mosque to continue their RE unit. Throughout the day, the children recapped what they had already learned about in school about the Islamic faith. The children were able to see the minbar (where the Imam who leads the prayers and
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, particularly speaking and presenting formally to an audience. This opportuni
Sharing success is important at Harlow Green. However, we do not give out lots of prizes as the important aspect is for recognition to be shared genuinely and personally. This is done throughout school regularly and in many ways by all staff; this can range from conversations in corridors, to ce
This week in Year 5, the children have continued their Geography unit by exploring biomes. Building on their prior learning, the children revisited the difference between weather and climate, and identified the range of climates found across the Earth. They were then introduced to the concept of bio
Today, we celebrated Comic Relief and came to school in our craziest red clothing and red nose day accessories. To celebrate the event we spent time sharing jokes in our classes, filling the corridors with the sound of laughter. We also took part in a Red Nose design competition. We thought about th
As part of British Science Week, the children in Year 5 took part in an exciting online workshop led by two real-life engineers. The session gave the children a fantastic insight into the world of engineering and how engineers help to design and improve the transport we use every day. During the wor
In Science this week, Year 5 have been learning about human development and life stages. The children explored the different stages of life, including prenatal development, babyhood, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and old age. They discussed how humans grow and change over time and what makes eac
Reading is a key component of the Harlow Green curriculum and World Book Day is an integral part of the school calendar where we celebrate books and a love of reading. The focus of World Book Day this year was ‘Reading for Pleasure.’ All of the children were invited to come into school dressed as a
Our Sports England sessions have been truly inspiring. The children and residents have formed such strong relationships. The activities are designed to bring them together and it’s certainly worked. The relationships give everyone more confidence to extend themselves, physically and emotionally, all
This half-term, Year 5 have had the opportunity to develop new skills and take part in PSHE and French lessons. In 5B, the children have been learning French. The children have been learning ‘La Date’. They have practised how to say the day of the week and month in French, building their confidenc
