Welcome to Beeches
We are the Beeches, we work hard, respect each other and have fun. We enjoy learning and strive to be the best we can be.
Our teacher is Mrs Traynor, who is accompanied by Mrs Bulch during morning lessons.
Resources:
https://student.readingplus.com/seereader/api/sec/login
Homework will be given out on a Friday and returned the following Thursday (Maths, Grammar and Reading Comprehension – there is also online homework too, which includes Conquer Maths and Reading Plus). Children can choose to come to homework club on a Thursday lunchtime to ensure the word is completed on time.
Spellings are expected to be practised regularly over the week, spelling tests will be on a Friday.
P.E. is on a Friday– children are expected to come to school in their kit (white t-shirt, black short/joggers, school jumper/cardigan and trainers)
If your child is having a school lunch, please ensure that payment is now done on Arbor.
- Mrs J. Traynor (Assistant Head Teacher & Phase Leader UKS2)
- Miss D. Smith
- Mrs. L. Hope
- Mrs. C. Herring (Maternity Leave form September)
- Mrs J. Traynor (Assistant Head Teacher & Phase Leader UKS2)
- Miss D. Smith
- Mrs. L. Hope
- Mrs. C. Herring (Maternity Leave form September)
Learning about Life Cylces
During our science lessons the children were learning about 'Living Things and Their Habitats'. In one particular lesson they researched the life cycle of a mammal of their choice. They then used two paper plates and a split pin to create a life cycle wheel for their...
La Fruta
We all know it is important to eat plenty of fruit and now, should the children from Key Stage 2 need be in a Spanish-speaking country, they will be able to ask for their favourite fruit in Spanish. This half-term children have learned the names of different fruits...
Super Street Dancing in UKS2
This half term in PE, UKS2 have been learning some street dance moves. The children began by watching a few street dance performances and learning some individual moves. They then used these moves and some of their own to create some brilliant routines, which they...
Inspiration in Christianity with UKS2
This term, children in years 5 and 6 have been looking at inspirational figures with a particular focus on those linked to the Christian faith. They have studied a number of important people, such as Jesus and Mother Teresa, and reflected on how their lives and...
Greek Busts in UKS2
This term as part of our Eureka topic, we have been looking at Greek busts and how they are formed. The children practised different clay techniques and then made a bust. They used techniques such as blending and moulding to create a realistic structure that would...
Year 6 Homework (16.2.24)
This week our homework is as follows (16.2.24). Reading Plus – Reading Plus two texts Reading Plus Maths – CGP Sequences Pages 44 and 45 Conquer Maths – complete the tasks – remember that the videos will help you if needed! English – CGP Commas in a List Page 40...
African Drumming in Year 6
During the last couple of weeks Year 6 have been leaning to play djembe drums. These are a rope-tuned skin-covered goblet drum played with bare hands, originally from West Africa. We just want to say a huge thanks to Fanuel, who is from Zimbabwe, for coming in and...
Children’s Mental Health Week Assembly
Yesterday, Callum from RISE held an assembly to discuss Children's Mental Health Week with Key Stage One and Two. The theme this year is 'My Voice Matters', and we discussed how children can ensure their voices are heard. We talked about who they can turn to for...
Tchoukball at Windy Nook
Tchoukball is a sport that we have introduced at lunch times, at windy Nook to give students more options of sports to play in school. Next term this sport will be offered as an afterschool club for Year three and four. The students have started to play matches within...
Boccia
Last week students took part in a boccia event at Gateshead stadium. One of our teams managed to qualify for the county finals later on in the year. All Students showed great teamwork, and determination throughout the event. Well done Team Nook. Article 24: You...
Basketball Finals
A Huge well done to our Y5/6 Basketball team who competed in the Gateshead Basketball Finals and finished 4th out of 50 schools. The students showed great determination throughout the competition. Article 24:you have the right to the best quality healthcare Article...
Windy Winners!
A huge well done to our Windy Winners for their fantastic efforts last week. Top Attitude and Top Reflector. Article 28: You have the right to a good quality education. You should be encouraged to go to school to the highest level you can. Class Top Attitude Top...