On our return to fractions, in Year 3 this week we have been learning about calculating fractions of amounts. Using counters, drawing bar models and recalling our times tables knowledge, we have been learning about how the denominator tells us what we are dividing by (the divisor) and that our answe
Today, on the last day of the half term, we enjoyed a fantastic performance of Ada and the Code Crusaders, brought to us by The English Touring Opera. Following on from last year’s great show The Vanishing Forest, written and performed specifically for schools, this year’s show was about Ada Lovelac
Year 3 have been learning about the importance of John the Baptist to Christians. They began by exploring the story of John the Baptist and developing their understanding of why he is a significant figure in Christianity. The children then explored the meaning of water as a symbol in Christianity, l
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
In PE this half term, the children having been enjoying their first chance to play tag rugby. We have been building up skills, from how to hold, throw and catch the ball, to passing backwards and being able to run with the ball. This week we introduced tags and played some games of giant ‘table ru
In Science, we have been learning about the features and properties of plants. From the roots, stems, leaves and flowers, each part plays a key role in helping the plant survive and produce more plants. This week we started an experiment looking at the key elements plants need to survive, includin
This week, a group of children from Year 3 enjoyed the chance to go orienteering at Grace College. We are always keen to support events nearby – as this means we can walk to them! They had to complete a range of team challenges and solve problems using all sorts of different skills. Our outdoor
Our topic this term is Sense of Place. In Geography, Year 3 have been learning all about where our school is located. They started by reminding themselves of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom before moving on to learn about counties, successfully identifying Tyne and Wear as our loc
Our unit of measurement in Maths this week is capacity and volume. After spending some time looking at the scales on the jugs and cylinders, we got out the water and starting measuring! Dying it with food colouring made it much easier to see in the container too. Volume is always interesting so
This week, Reverend Elaine delivered a special Easter assembly to the boys and girls across school. After sharing memories of their ‘biggest surprises’, the children explored the true meaning of Easter through storytelling, reflection, and even a bit of drama. Volunteers enthusiastically acted out p
