Wow! We were overwhelmed by the number of entries we had into the diorama competition for World Book Day. A huge ‘thank you’ to everyone who got involved. Every single creation was fantastic! We could really see the time and effort that had been spent on the dioramas. After much consideration, some winners were chosen. Our winners got a special preview of the Book Fair and free choice of a book to take home. Well done everyone!
Smoothie Making Fun in Yr 1!
Year 1 had a fantastic time making a variety of smoothies in class. The children explored different types of fruit, discussing their colours and flavours. Working together, they measured ingredients, chopped fruit, and used blenders, developing their teamwork skills. Afterwards, they enjoyed tasting their colourful creations and shared their thoughts on what they liked or disliked about their smoothies.
Yr 1’s Celebration of the Word – Meals
Year 1 led a beautiful Celebration of the Word on the theme of Meals, reflecting on the special meals we share and the most important meal of all – the Mass.
Through prayers, songs, and scripture, the children thought about how Jesus shared meals with his friends and gave us the gift of the Eucharist. They shared their own memories of special meals with family and friends, reminding us of the joy of coming together.
Big Biscuit Dunk for British Science Week
This week, the whole school has been celebrating British Science Week with a fun (and slightly soggy!) investigation into biscuit dunking. From Nursery to Year 6, every class has been getting hands-on with exciting science experiments, all based around one important question—which biscuit is the best for dunking?
Our youngest scientists in Nursery and Reception explored what happens when a biscuit gets wet, linking their learning to The Gingerbread Man. In Key Stage 1, children tested different biscuits to see which would have been the best choice for the Gingerbread Man to cross the river safely!
Moving into Key Stage 2, the investigations became even more scientific. Some classes explored how temperature affects biscuit strength, while others investigated whether biscuit thickness or sugar content makes a difference to dunking durability.
Throughout the week, the children made predictions, tested their ideas, recorded results, and discussed their findings—all while developing their scientific enquiry skills.
We’ve had a fantastic time exploring science in a way that’s practical, engaging, and (most importantly) delicious!
A big well done to all of our budding scientists! 🧪🍪💡
Year 5 Raingarden Sessions with Durham Wildlife Trust
Climate Change & Raingardens @ Durham Wildlife Trust
John from Durham Wildlife Trust recently visited us for two days to work with Year 5 on a practical solution to surface flooding from heavy rainfall. The project led to the building of a raingarden on our school site. You can spot it near the main entrance of our school. Year 5 pupils worked well to learn the instructions and follow them successfully.
What is a Raingarden?
A raingarden is a simple and effective way to help avoid surface flooding due to heavy rain. It also provides a micro wetland habitat for wildlife.
How does it work?
Rain water run-off from the down pipe of a gutter is diverted to a container which houses layers of filtration materials. The rain water works its way through the layers and then returns to the drainage system via an exit pipe.
Why do we need one?
This process slows down the rate of water flow into the drain system, thereby reducing the risk of sewers becoming overwhelmed and flooding the surface during times of very heavy rain.
Take a look at Year 5 in action:
Y3 Egyptologists @ Oriental Museum Durham!
Our Y3 Egyptologists enjoyed an inspiring visit to the Oriental Museum in Durham. Firstly, the children used their archaeological skills to interpret the use of a variety of interesting artefacts recovered from Ancient Egypt. We enjoyed an adventurous and informative gallery trail, where pupils even used the Rosetta Stone to interpret hieroglyphics. Another highlight, was seeing a contemporary mummified Egyptian body, which had been perfectly prepared for the afterlife. Meanwhile, the children creatively performed a dramatic weighing of the heart ceremony, where they demonstrated their brilliant role play skills! We had a wonderful day and this was a brilliant launch to our new History unit!
Y3 Animation Movie Makers @ Open Zone!
Year 3 enjoyed a visit to the brilliant Open Zone at the Word today. The children used various apps to create wonderful animated movies. I’m sure we’ll have some future creative movie producers!
Durham Cathedral Choir
Our wonderful choir did our school proud when they sang at Durham Cathedral with four other schools. Their behaviour was impeccable and their singing voices majestic. We even managed to visit our patron Saint’s resting place which really inspired the children. A huge thanks to Mrs Hill for all her hard work in preparing the children for such an event.
Year 4 enjoying World Book Day
Year 4 looked fantastic on Friday in their World Book Day outfits – can you guess which book characters they chose?
Year 4 visit Fr Bill in church
Year 4 has been learning about the celebration of Mass as part of the Eucharist topic. We visited Fr Bill in church who took us into the chapel to explain in more detail the parts of the Mass and what happens at each stage of the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
Fr Bill showed the children some of the books used throughout the Liturgy of the Word and the sacred vessels used in the Liturgy of the Eucharist. They were even allowed to taste the unconsecrated host.
The children were very knowledgeable and asked lots of good questions.
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