In Maths, we have been looking at estimating, starting with the inverse and the different ways we can change calculations to help us find a missing answer. To finish off, we have been using estimations to predict an answer, and then checking it. We talked about where we use estimating such as
So this week the weather gave us all a lesson in respect. A Forest School programme constantly monitors its ecological impact and works within a sustainable site management plan agreed between the Headteacher, the Forest School Leader and the learners themselves. The children know that no-matter the
We got anti-bullying week 2025 off to a great start today with hundreds of odd socks around school! Anti-bullying week takes place each year and is coordinated by the Anti-bullying Alliance. This year it runs from Monday 10th November until Friday 14th November. This year to celebrate uniqueness, we
Searching for mini-beasts, tree-climbing, building, investigating, composting, mulching, digging and some really epic moving and handling, our Forest School offers a wealth of nature led experiences for all the children. An opportunity to open their minds and experiment, to push themselves to dig de
Year 3 had a magical surprise this week when they opened their new English text, The Ancient Egypt Sleepover by Stephen Davies. Inside each book was a golden ticket — a mysterious invitation to the British Museum! The next day, the classroom transformed into an Egyptian adventure zone! The boys an
Reading is an essential element in Harlow Green’s curriculum and every half-term, the classes pair up as reading buddies. Older children are paired with younger children across the whole school and it is an opportunity for the older children to be the expert. Sometimes they read to the younger child
This week, rhyming, rhythm and imagery have been in the air as it has been poetry week at Harlow Green. All of the children, from each year group, have studied a poet. From John Lyons to Michael Rosen, from John Agard to Shev Silverstein, the children have had the opportunity to study poets from dif
The children have fully embraced this terms Forest School theme All About the Team. With new teachers and new classes and some being mixed, it’s so important to support the children through this time. We want to help them to build strong relationships, open up to new experiences and treat others wit
Last night the children in Key Stage 1 and 2 enjoyed our Halloween disco. The hall was decorated with spooky items such as spiders, pumpkins, ghosts, witches hats and ghouls The costumes were fantastic and in some cases, it was difficult to see who was behind their mask. Everyone enjoyed playi
This week, Year 3 had a wonderful time exploring the world of poetry! We began by listening to some of Michael Rosen’s lively and funny poems — the children loved his playful use of rhythm and expression. Inspired by his words, we then explored a new style of poetry: diamante poems. The pupils
