Woodthorpe JI School nurtures children to become confident and creative learners. Children are encouraged to meet challenges with enthusiasm and a willingness to solve problems within our inclusive, secure and caring environment. We promote respect for individual differences and community values.
On Wednesday 26th October, Mrs Jones, who taught British sign language through song last year, will be at the Grosvenor Shopping Centre, Northfield. She will be there from 10am- 1pm, raising money for the St Mary’s Hospice with other signing volunteers.
We could obviously do with more, so if you fancy joining in with learning sign language whilst singing or know of any friends who would like to have a go, please come along. Or simply come along a show some support. You may even see some faces you know! There is parking available at the shopping centre and in the surrounding area.
On Wednesday 26th October, Mrs Jones, who taught British sign language through song last year, will be at the Grosvenor Shopping Centre, Northfield. She will be there from 10am- 1pm, raising money for the St Mary’s Hospice with other signing volunteers.
We could obviously do with more, so if you fancy joining in with learning sign language whilst singing or know of any friends who would like to have a go, please come along. Or simply come along a show some support. You may even see some faces you know! There is parking available at the shopping centre and in the surrounding area.
This is Mr Markham (History lead). I wanted to take this opportunity at the end of the month to share the work that the children across the school have been completing as part of Black History Month for October.
As Woodthorpe History lead, I’m committed to giving the pupils the true and diverse story of British and world History. Black History is not only studied during October, but forms as part of the different units across the school: from Ancient Egypt, to the History of communication, to the Victorians, the Romans, and beyond. This month is a celebration of these elements in History.
In Year 1, pupils had a first look at the city of London in preparation for the History unit on the Great Fire of London that they will begin next term. The unit focuses on how the fire became a catalyst for change for the city. One change that has happened in London since the 1950s has been the introduction of new people from different countries and cultures. The class discussed the advantages of diversity and celebrated London as a diverse capital city.
In Year 2, the class looked at the impact of recent black leaders in the community. Bukayo Saka is once such recent leader who’s talent and messages of compassion and strength in the face of racist abuse served as an inspiration for this display in the Year 2 classroom!
In Year 3, the class discussed the concept of inclusion vs segregation. As part of this, there was a focus on the efforts of the American Civil Rights movement in the 60s. The class listened to the famous ‘I have a dream’ speech given by Dr Martin Luther King jnr. Using this speech as inspiration, the class shared their dreams for a future of equality, compassion, and kindness. Great work Year 3!
In Year 4, the class have been examining the concept of ‘settlers’. This is a key concept as part of their study of the Romans, Anglo-Saxons, and Vikings and their impact upon Britain. The Windrush generation settled in the United Kingdom as part of an initiative to rebuild the nation after the effects of World War Two. The class discussed what those who came may have felt when they first arrived, the difficulties they faced, and what they might have said to people when they first came. Great work Year 4!
In Year 5, the class researched the achievements of black scientists and explorers and their impact upon space travel. Using computers, the children worked in groups to independently research facts and information about given black heroes, the racist barriers they faced, and how they overcame. Great work Year 4, keep up the fantastic development of your independent research skill!
In Year 6, the class have been studying the story, impact, and terror of World War Two. As part of this study, the class turned their focus to the heroics and service of this ‘non-white’ Allied soldiers. For example, the courageous Gurkha soldiers shown in the picture below. This task has been given as homework for the half-term so I’m looking forward to seeing the results. Best of luck Year 6!
I hope you enjoyed a look at how Woodthorpe celebrated Black History Month 2022! Have a wonderful, restful half term.
As you may be aware, you child took part in a WOW active assessment this half term. This is similar to the termly Amaven fitness challenge days we have used in school previously. Your child will come home this evening with log in details to their profile. You can see their most recent scores and use the challenge cards to help them improve before their next assessment day in December.
Well done to Year 1 on completing another week of school! Each and every child worked hard this week and deserves a fun-filled, relaxing weekend. I wanted to take the time to share some of what we have been doing in class.
In Maths we have been looking at how to find number bonds using a systematic method. Using this method we can ensure that all the number bonds are found. For example, systematic number bonds to 5:
5 + 0 4 + 1 3 + 2 2 + 3 1 + 4 5 + 0
Can you spot the pattern? In year 1 we have learnt that by starting with the whole as our first part and adding 0; then reducing the first part by 1 each time until it reaches 0 and adding 1 each time to the second part until it reaches the whole; we can find systematic number bonds. Try it out, make systematic bonds to 7.
In History today, I began by showing the class a record player similar to the one that their grandparents may have used to listen to music when they were children. Afterwards, the class were given a chance to scrutinise music from the past and share their feelings. Check it out and see if you can recognise any familiar favourites!
Lastly, we were very excited this morning to receive a mysterious letter addressed to Year 1. With excitement, I opened the envelope and share the invitation written inside. Year 1 have been invited to take part in an Ancient Greek Olympics ran by Year 5, with the winner receiving a special prize. As you can imagine, this set the classroom abuzz. I would like to clarify: this is not a school trip as we will not be going off-site (the games will take place on the ball court). The games take place next Wednesday in the morning. How exciting!
I hope you enjoyed a small look into our week in Year 1, I’m really looking forward to meeting with parents next week. Please let me know if alternative arrangements are needed.
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