Mulberry Class Forest School - 11.5.26

 Mulberry Class Forest School - 11.5.26

Mulberry class had lots of fun in their final session of forest school this morning. We were hoping for some sunny weather but we still enjoyed welcoming in the summer with some maypole dancing. The children had the opportunity to make their own mini maypoles as well. 

We had our fire and the children remembered that we needed the balance of heat, fuel and oxygen to get our fire started. The children toasted marshmallows and squashed them into brioche. There was the opportunity to crush some ice to add to our drinks and the children enjoyed crushing this using mallets. We finished off with the next chapter of our story ‘Through the eyes of a tree’.

Year 1: What We Are Learning

 

Year 1: What We Are Learning 

In year one this week, we have been learning about germs and why handwashing is our best defence against getting sick. 

To see germs in action, we conducted a ‘Pepper and Soap’ experiment. We used black pepper to represent germs floating on water. The children were amazed to see that when they touched the water with their fingers, the “germs” stuck to them! However, once we added soap to our fingers, the pepper instantly moved away from our fingers to the edge of the bowl!

In KS1 each week, our pupils have been taking part in the University of Broadford Sports, which is designed to develop and strengthen new skills. Every Thursday from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm, classes will rotate through a variety of exciting physical activities. From the high-energy Interactive Squash and Athletics to the mindful movements of Yoga and Dance, there is something for everyone. Pupils develop skills such as mastering skipping and and participate in Fun Fitness challenges.Each session is underpinned by our 4Rs of Resilience, Reflectiveness, Resourcefulness, or Reciprocity, helping pupils grow both physically and mentally.

In science this week, Year 1 learned about deciduous trees. The children explored what makes a tree deciduous and talked about how these trees lose their leaves in autumn. They learned that as the weather becomes colder and there is less sunlight, trees stop making as much food. The leaves change colour, dry out and eventually fall off helping the tree to conserve energy through the winter months. The children enjoyed sharing their ideas, describing what they noticed about different trees and explaining how seasonal changes affect the natural world around them. 

Well done Year 1 for an amazing week - keep up all your brilliant work! 

Year 1; Certificates: Friday 8th May 2026

 

Well done to all the children that have received certificates this week!

Walnut

E for Excellence: Daniel

Star Writer: Milan

Resilience: Eva 

Beech

E for Excellence: Uma

Star Writer: Dakshika

Teacher Happy: Abdul Mateen

 

Apricot

E for Excellence: Patrick

Star Writer: Jazelle

Resilience: Zayna

Resilience - These children have demonstrated perseverance, managed distractions, noticed patterns and been absorbed in their tasks.

 

Reciprocity - These children have shown interdependence, collaborated effectively, listened to others, displayed empathy and have imitated effective ideas and methods from others. 

Reflectiveness - These pupils have planned carefully, revised ideas, identified key features and can talk about their learning. 

Resourcefulness - These pupils have been curious about their learning, made links between ideas, shown imagination, reasoned methodically and capitalised on resources. 

Year 2 Forest School 8.5.26

 Year 2 Forest School 8.5.26

Mulberry class enjoyed thinking about the water cycle this morning and doing some water activities. They learnt how to tie a half hitch knot and used this to make mini rafts. They found items in nature that float and sink and made nature pictures with spray bottles. The children also enjoyed watching a caterpillar explore the hedge. 

Year 2 Certificates - 8.5.26

 

Well done to all the children that have received certificates this week!

Mulberry 

 E for Excellence:Riya

Star Writer: Zara

Reflectiveness: Kailan

Resourcefulness: Robert

Resilience: Abdullah

Reciprocity:Ellie 

Pine

E for Excellence: Neveah

Star Writer: Jack

Resilience: Leandro

Resourcefulness: Prakhyati

Reciprocity: Amelia

Reflectiveness: Keon

Rowan

E for Excellence: Eliza

Star Writer: Zayba

Resilience: Surabhi

Reciprocity: Romil 

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Resilience - These children have demonstrated perseverance, managed distractions, noticed patterns and been absorbed in their tasks.

 

Reciprocity - These children have shown interdependence, collaborated effectively, listened to others, displayed empathy and have imitated effective ideas and methods from others. 

Reflectiveness - These pupils have planned carefully, revised ideas, identified key features and can talk about their learning. 

Resourcefulness - These pupils have been curious about their learning, made links between ideas, shown imagination, reasoned methodically and capitalised on resources. 

Year 2 - Learning Blog

 

This week, the children have been completing a song called Friendship. They have loved learning the words and are often caught singing this very catchy tune in the classroom or the playground.

The children are learning to keep in time with the tempo and to count in to the rhythm of the songs.

As we begin to approach the Havering Music Festival, the children will be learning new songs, which I am sure they will be singing to you at home.

Here is a copy of the song if you would like to practise with your child. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6k8cpUkKK4c

Year 2 Havering Music Festival - Friday 5th June 2026

 Year 2 Havering Music Festival - Friday 5th June 2026

Dear Parents/ Carers, 

Havering Music Festival: Friday 5th June 2026

On Friday 5th June 2026, Year 2 pupils will be visiting Hilldene Primary School. The pupils will have the chance to participate in the Havering Music festival where they will perform songs alongside other local primary schools. On the day of the trip, children need to arrive in the morning at normal school time (8.30am) and we will be leaving promptly at 9.30am and returning to school before lunch. 

Children should wear normal school uniform and comfortable shoes and will need to bring with them/ wear on the day the following: 

• A waterproof coat.  

• A hat and suncream (if we are fortunate enough to have hot weather). 

If you are able to volunteer and join us on that day, please speak to your child’s class teacher.

Many thanks for your continued support.

Miss Wyatt                   
Year Group Lead