Anni Albers wonderful weaving inspired us to do some of our own in Reception. She was our chosen artist for International Women's Day and we LOVED making our own weaving frames and working with different sorts of fabric, just as she did. The children enjoyed finding a...
The relentless rain meant that Forest School last week was cut short for Reception Class. They made the most of the bit of time they had there, collecting sticks for our weaving looms, and using the secateurs to cut them to a good size. As you can see there was also...
Some of the theatrical action from the drama workshop and the storyteller’s visit to Reception and Nursery children after lunch. A big thank you to Audrey’s mum who also came and shared a story at story-time this afternoon. ???? National Storytelling Week has been a...
What a fabulous afternoon we had out on the water. The children listened very carefully to the skipper's rules before we set sail and wore their life jackets with pride. Our journey took us down the canal to Victoria Park and everybody loved being able to move around...
This lot made pancakes for everyone this morning and we all enjoyed one at snack-time earlier. Ask the children to teach you to how to sign happy pancake day. We also learned a nice rhyme about pancakes.
Today at the woodwork bench, the children learned how to use the saws and work the vice. They are learning to always keep both hands on the saw handle when sawing - to keep fingers out of the way. We are lucky to have two fabulous saws - the orange handsaw and a very...
Reception Class have been taking part in Peer Massage since September and are really starting to get into the flow of it. With a focus on gentle hands and respecting those around them, Alice has been really impressed with their recent progress. Well done, Reception!
The children were very excited about returning to Forest School after the holidays and the site being closed last week. They love FS sessions year round and couldn't wait to see the new tree-house. They enjoy the opportunity to roam in nature, run, climb, swing,...
