This week, Year 2 started their new maths topic – shape. On Monday we worked in groups to find 2D shapes around the school. We found out that the ball pit in EYFS is a hexagon and we spotted a triangle on the water cooler in the staff room!

On Monday afternoon. Year 2 were lucky enough to take part in a skipping festival at St. Cuthbert’s High School. They have worked hard to improve their skipping skills and have learnt lots of new ways to skip along the way. We all had a fantastic afternoon and came back to school with some awards! Well done Year 2!

Y6 made some mosaics today, which will contribute to a larger mosaic image at the front of our school. Each class will also get the opportunity to add to the mosaic. Great creativity Y6!

Y1 performed a brilliant assembly this morning, all about special meals. The read beautifully and sang really well. They shared their special meals before sharing the story of 'Feeding the 5000'. Well done!

Y6 visited Sacred Heart High School today to meet the author Kate Pankhurst. Kate talked about her life as an author and inspirational women in History. Each child received a personalised signed copy of the book, to take home and enjoy. Happy Reading Y6!

Y5 shared their special memories today, as part of their RE topic. They talked about the special memory of Jesus and how he is remembered today. We also discussed how our memories are kept alive today. Ruby brought in photographs from her holiday in Holland, Abigail brought in baby photographs and clothes, Rachel O brought in a Elephant from her trip to Africa and Alfie brought a special photo of his Nana.

Y5 hosted a fantastic English Cafe this morning! They performed their story map and wrote a spine poem with their parents - well done! Thank you to all who attended and for your continued support.

On Friday 9th February the children enjoyed an afternoon at Sacred Heart Primary School to meet the author Emily Makenzie. Emily read her new book ‘Eric makes a splash’ and also showed us how she did the illustrations. The children were able to ask lots of questions. Nawaaz wanted to know what books were made of, and Zarah asked how Emily started to write books. At the end of the session Emily signed a book for each of the children in the class. What a great present to start the half term holiday! Happy reading Year 1!

Each class had their 'green treat' afternoon today! The children who have stayed on green on the behaviour chart for the full term, received their treat. Well done everyone!

Year 1 popped into teach Year 2 everything they’ve learnt in their space topic. They told us all about the astronauts Neil Armstrong and Tim Peake. Year 2 had lots of questions and found out so much information from Year 1. They were great teachers!

This week, Year 2 have been thinking about their diets and what they need to eat in order for their diet to be healthy and balanced. The sorted different food into groups such as protein, dairy and fruit and vegetables. Here they are working in groups to create a healthy, balanced meal.

Early Years have been celebrating Chinese New Year this week! They have learnt about the celebration, eaten Chinese food and decorated dragon masks!

Ellie May and Leighton represented Y6 and St Michael's today at the Cathedral. They attended the Youth Friday Mass - and even met Bishop Seamus!

Y4 made bugs this week, using felt and stitching. This was part of their rainforest topic, and they look brilliant in their Rainforest classroom! Well done!

Mr Conway lead a very important assembly this morning, reminding us how to stay safe online. We were all reminded that we should never share personal information and always tell a trusted adult, what we are doing online.

The actors in the Shakespeare after school club are again showing outstanding understanding and interpretation of Shakespeare’s work. Mrs Simonson and Mrs McSherry have been amazed at their fantastic teamwork, their ability to capture quite difficult ideas, and then act these out using original Shakepeare language. Thank you to all the actors for their hard work.

On Thursday 1st February the children enjoyed an afternoon of fun games and activities at Walker Dome. They tested their balance, their throwing skills, how quickly they could jump, and much more – taking time to have a dance to the music between activities. Their behaviour, teamwork and determination was excellent and a great time was had by all. Well done, Year 1.

Y5 heard about the new coffee cups at St Michael's and were asked to design a new cup. They tested different materials to see which would be the best insulator. They measured the temperature every 2 mins for 20mins, and then at the end of the experiment decided which one would be the best insulator, for the new coffee cup. Well done!

Y1 hosted a great English Cafe this week, and recieved some fantastic feedback: "Fantastic morning" "Great morning! A very fun way to learn for the children and I can help with this at home" Thank you to all who attended.