Whittling is a lovely activity that allows the children to hone their tool skills. We work towards this stage gradually, ensuring children are confident in their ability and can follow instructions precisely. This allows them to enjoy the benefits of learning whilst minimising the risk. Today they w
How does Miss Rowe get the chickens in the coop at bedtime? Reception children found out first hand by playing a game of farmer and the hens. Each team had a farmer and a flock of hens. Each hen was blind folded to help represent the language barrier. In the first games the farmer tries to get their
The children in Reception were treated to an Irish dancing taster session this week with Nicola from Jump’n Jig. Everyone found the session thoroughly enjoyable and they learnt some basic skills required for Irish dancing. During the session the children danced with the Jump’n Jig bears, used ma
The children in Reception have thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Hall Hill Farm today. We had a great time meeting all the farmyard animals and even feeding a few. After lunch, we enjoyed holding baby chicks, guniea pigs and rabbits and even feeding a baby lamb with a bottle. We rode on the bumpy tract
This week Year One have had a very special treat. They have been given the opportunity to work with a specialist gymnastics coach. Firstly, the children learnt various shapes that they would need to perform different rolls safely. The children learnt how to make a tuck shape, a pike shape and a stra
This week saw a change of pace at Angel Court. Hannah Shaw, a printmaker, came to run a creative session inspired by the wood carvings of Thomas Bewick. First the children looked at some of his books, using magnifiers to hone in on the details. They discussed how much texture and movement he managed
A busy week in our Forest School. Reception built dinosaur nests and as you can see they are are moving and handling the wild resources with confidence and maturity. Some other children worked with clay or collected special items for our Forest Museum board. Meanwhile the strawberries were weeded an
Despite the children being off, the Jubilee Project needs to move forward in readiness for next week. Miss Rowe and Dom were joined this week by Neil who is creating a beautiful drift wood arch. The arch will be planted with climbers and certainly adds a touch of drama to the garden. Meanwhile the p
As part of learning about the jubilee, the children in Reception started this weeks Forest School session in class. They looked at some photographs of the crown jewels and the kind of clothing that Royal Families might wear, both in the UK and in other countries. We then talked about Mother Nature
This week at Angel Court the children took the photos, they did a fantastic job and it gave Miss Rowe and her little helper the opportunity to dig out some roots and move some earth. Only a few weeks left to get the garden ready and you can see how committed the children and residents are to the tas
