KS1 pupils have really enjoyed reading seasonal poems by Shirley Hughes. Inspired by her poem, Cold, pupils have written their own winter themed verse. We hope that you enjoy reading Charlie's poem - we think that it is brilliant. Winter Silence in the snow Crunchy...
Earlier this week, KS2 spent a super afternoon working with Annapurna Indian Dance. Shantha and Davinder demonstrated both traditional and modern dance, and shared the inspirational story of environmentalist Saalumarada Thimmakka, noted for her work in planting and...
In KS1 art lessons pupils have been learning about self portraits and colour. They have studied the work of Picasso and the Cubism era, and have used their knowledge to to create some fantastic self portraits.
Well done to all pupils (and their parents) that took part in the school relay on Saturday. Each pupil ran a section of the 6 mile journey between the schools, following the route of the Swaledale Marathon. Parents were left for dust as pupils led the way up the first...
In early years, we've been making the most of sunny days by getting the builders in! We have really enjoyed using our new outdoor resources - the house and our giant construction pieces are especially popular.
As part of their topic on rocks, Y3&4 have been busy making their own fake geodes. Our team of super scientists had to take care and wear protective clothing because they were using chemicals and things which got hot. They thought it was great fun.
We hope that you enjoyed our sports days this week. The children did really well, trying their best and having fun. Both events were a great way to end our summer term, with some sun at last. Thank you and best wishes for a super holiday.
Y5&6 pupils have enjoyed a brilliant underground journey, exploring Crackpot Cave. As part of this term’s geography project, pupils have learned about caves and their formation. The adventure provided an opportunity to see some really impressive stalatites,...
Reception children enjoyed a super visit to Newby Hall to enhance their learning on their topic, 'What's in your garden?' They explored the gardens and footpaths and also looked at the dolls house exhibition and the teddy bear room. They took shelter under a big tree...
Yesterday, key stage 2 pupils spent the day learning about the importance of the uplands, the wildlife that lives there and how they are protected. The event was provided by the Yorkshire Dales Moorland Group in partnership with Countryside Learning, as part of a...