Welcome to Owls
Hi and welcome to Owls. Our teacher is Mr McKay, who is accompanied by Mrs Collison.
In Owls we love to have fun and learn lots of new and exciting things. We always try our best in everything we do.
Resources:
https://www.phonicsplay.co.uk/BuriedTreasure2.html
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button
Important Information for Owls Parents
Homework:
Homework will be given out on a Friday and we ask that it is back in school by the following Thursday.
Spellings
Spellings will be given out half termly. Children will have the chance to learn each week’s spellings throughout the week before applying these in class on a Friday. The children will tick and fix each spelling as they go to encourage application of the spelling rule. If you have misplaced the spelling overview, please ask at drop off or collection and I will get you a copy.
P.E. – Tuesday
Children must come to school in their school P.E. kit of plain white t-shirt, black shorts, leggings or tracksuit bottoms and plain white or black trainers.
School Lunches
If your child is having a school lunch please ensure that payment is now done through our online payment service.
Please sign up to and check ARBOR for regular updates and information.
Thanks
Mr McKay
Online Homework and Information
Resources
Phonics websites for games to help support your child with phonics.
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/english-games/5-7-years/letters-and-sounds
https://www.phonicsplay.co.uk/Phase3Menu.htm
For more information about helping your child with phonics please refer to the following websites.
P.E.
Wear Red Day 2026
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Windy Nook Science STEM Raffle – Fantastic Prizes to Be Won!
We are excited to let you know that we are holding a Science and STEM fundraising raffle to help raise money for exciting, hands-on science (STEM) activities for our children during Science week in July 2027. We would particularly like to thank Rosa 12, Fratelli and...
Keeping the Beat and Finding the Music!
Our KS1 children have been busy developing their musical skills through activities focused on pulse, rhythm, pitch, listening and composing. The children showed a steady beat, clapped back rhythm patterns and practised singing using the notes s and m. They also...
Owls Homework and Spellings 16.10.2026
Owls homework this week is as follows: Maths– CGP book pages 12 and 13 - word problems Spelling list- Week 8 Rule: The /s/ sound spelt c before e, i and y Words: race, ice, city, fancy, circle, pencil READING All children should be completing daily reading – diaries...
Number Wizards in Owls Class!
Owls Class have been busy developing their subtraction skills by exploring how to subtract through 10 using practical resources. The children used number lines and ten frames to help them visualise their thinking and solve subtraction calculations with confidence....
Super Skills in Action!
KS1 have been focusing on developing agility, balance and co-ordination through a range of exciting multi-skills activities with Mr Peden. The children worked hard to challenge themselves as they moved, balanced, jumped and travelled in different ways, building...
Owls Homework and Spellings 09.10.2026
Owls homework this week is as follows: Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling– CGP book pages 16 and 35. Capital letters and full stops and The soft 'g' sound. Spelling list- Week 7 Rule: ‘j’ and ‘g’ Guidance: The /j/ sound is often (but not always) spelt as g before e, i,...
Owls Homework and Spellings 02.10.2026
Owls homework this week is as follows: Maths– CGP book pages 10 and 11. Partitioning and ordering and comparing numbers Spelling list- Week 6 Rule: -ge at the end of words Guidance: After all other sounds (whether vowels or consonants), the /j/ sound is spelt as –ge....
A Squash and a Squeeze Story Sequencers!
Owls class have been enjoying the wonderful story A Squash and a Squeeze as part of their English learning. The children explored new vocabulary from the text, including larder, implore, wise and curious, discussing their meanings and using them in conversations about...
Toys Through Time!
As part of our Toy Story History topic, KS1 children became toy historians by bringing in some of their favourite toys from home. They carefully examined the toys, discussing what they were made from and thinking about why different materials are used. This helped...
Click, Type, Create!
Year 1 and Year 2 pupils have been exploring the theme of Technology Around Us in their Computing lessons. The children developed their understanding of everyday technology while building confidence in using computers independently. They practised important mouse...
A Day Full of Adventure and Exploration
What an Adventure! All year groups enjoyed an exciting day of outdoor learning, exploring the natural world through a variety of hands-on activities. From pond dipping and discovering fascinating wildlife to sketching the beautiful environment around us, there was...