UKS2 Science Investigation
Last week, the children investigated whether exercise increases brain power. They took part in three activities which included: beep test, own pace and control. Before and after the tests, the children completed a 'Stroop Test' to see if they improved their time,...
Owls making marvellous music!
Owls' have been practising using boomwhackers this half term looking at pitch and volume (though loud appears to the main volume) and have been learning to follow simple beats. # Article 13: You have the right to find out things and share what you think with others,...
KS1 learn to ‘attack and defend’ in PE.
This half term KS1 have been honing their 'attacking and defending' skills in PE, capturing loot and other kinds of treasure whilst evading the protectors of the treasure. Children had to dodge, duck and dance past the defenders to secure some valuable treasure for...
Muddy Clothes in KS1
This half term, we have been learning about personal hygiene in our science lessons. One of the important things we have to do is wear clean clothes but what happens if they get dirty? This week, we took part in a mini investigation. We had to decide which option was...
Marvellous Maths in Owls and Robins
This week has been all about shapes in Owls and Robins. We have been sorting 2D and 3D shapes into groups according to their properties. We have also used shapes to make repeating patterns. Article 12: You have the right to give your opinion, and for adults to listen...
Delicious Pumpkin Soup in Nursery!
Following on from our pumpkin and Autumn activities last week, we used the flesh and seeds from the pumpkins to make some pumpkin soup and roasted pumpkin seeds. To make our soup we chopped onion and pumpkin, added a stock cube and some water and then we cooked it in...
Year 5/6 Homework Half Term
During half term, children in Year 5 and 6 will not be set any formal homework. We encourage children to access the following: Reading plus - try to complete 5 texts throughout the week. Times Table Rock Stars https://ttrockstars.com/ Spelling...
Nightingales Travel Back in Time!
Last week, we visited Beamish to learn about toys from the past and how they have changed over time. We were given a very special mission - to test toys for the new toy shop in the 1950's village. We had great fun playing with the toys and discussing which were our...
All Hallows eve at St Alban’s
Join Reverend Danie Lindley this Halloween from 5-7 at St Alban's. This is an opportunity to have some hot chocolate and treats whilst taking part in some fun activities and staying warm. Have a spook-tacular time!
Gateshead Music Service ‘Jammin’ at Windy Nook
This morning, we were extremely fortunate to have The Gateshead Music Service visit Windy Nook. They played for all the children across two assemblies and got us up on our feet dancing and singing along to some well known classics. Some of the children had the chance...
Food Bank Donations – Thank you
Today, the Trussell Trust Gateshead Foodbank came to collect the kind donations from the school community. The food will be packaged and given out next week, helping to feed some of the 10,000 people who use the service in Gateshead each year. School Councillors met...
Owls visit to Beamish
Article 17: You have the right to get information that is important to your well-being, from radio, newspaper, books, computers and other sources. Adults should make sure that the information you are getting is not harmful, and help you find and understand the...