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Bluebells (Y3)

Welcome to Bluebells 

We are the Bluebells. 

Our teacher is Miss Hill, who is accompanied by Miss Jones, Mrs Turnbull and Mrs Barnett. In the Bluebells, we always try our best, ensure we are respectful and make sure to have lots of fun! 

Our ethos is ‘Work hard and always try your best’. 

Resources: 

https://ttrockstars.com/login 

https://play.spellingshed.com/#/login 

https://www.topmarks.co.uk/ 

https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button 

Important information: 

Homework is given out on Fridays and should be returned to school on the following Friday morning. This will consist of maths, grammar and vocabulary. 

Spellings and times table are expected to be practised regularly over the week. Spellings will go home every 1-2 weeks depending on the spelling rule being learned. 

P.E. is on a Monday– children are expected to have their kit to participate (P.E. kit will be taken home after use and not left on school premises). 

If your child is having a school lunch please ensure that payment is now done through our online payment service. 

History Club in LKS2

History Club in LKS2

This half term some of the children from LKS2 took part in a History after school club following on from their topic Vicious Vikings. The allowed them to make some Viking Longships. The first week saw them drawing around net templates for the ship, shields and the...

Singing at The Sage

Singing at The Sage

On Friday, our Windy Nook Choir took part in the Spring Sing at Sage Gateshead. Our children sang at the event with around 300 other children, in an event themed 'Sing With A Smile.' We sang songs linked to mental health and wellbeing, in front of a very busy concert...

Investigating Light in LKS2

Investigating Light in LKS2

This half term, Tulips, Snowdrops and Bluebells have been enjoying learning all about light in Science. In the last two weeks, we have investigated how shadows move and change, and we have also explored which surfaces reflect light. We tested lots of materials such as...

Down’s Syndrome Awareness

Down’s Syndrome Awareness

To raise awareness about Down's Syndrome, Matthew Atkinson, a young adult who has Down's Syndrome presented an inspirational assembly this morning. He talked about what it is like to have Down's Syndrome and the amazing things that he has achieved with his life so...

Bluebells’ Homework 24.3.23

Bluebells’ Homework 24.3.23

Homework this week is: Maths CGP book pages 48 and 49. Perimeter. English CGP book pages 56 and 57. Apostrophe Practice. Reading Reading diaries must be in school on a Monday when they will be checked by Miss Hogg. We ask that children bring their diary and reading...

Perimeter in Year 3

Perimeter in Year 3

This morning in our maths lesson, the children were introduced to perimeter and learned that it is the distance around the outside of a shape. The children practiced finding the perimeter of different Numicon pieces in a practical activity. They showed a great...

Terrific Tennis in LKS2

Terrific Tennis in LKS2

This half term in PE, the children in years 3 and 4 have been developing their tennis skills. They have been focussing on basic racket skills by playing different games. The children have also focussed on their positioning inside the court and how to win points. These...

Bluebells’ Homework 17.3.23

Bluebells’ Homework 17.3.23

Homework this week is: Maths CGP book page 64. Tables. English CGP book page 67. Headings and subheadings Reading Reading diaries must be in school on a Monday when they will be checked by Miss Hogg. We ask that children bring their diary and reading book every day...

Great mums

Great mums

Today we have been thinking about all of the great mums in our lives - these might be our mum, our nana, our aunty or anyone else who is important to us. We have written poems and made a bouquet that we can give to our special person on Sunday.

School Council Talk Mental Health

School Council Talk Mental Health

On Friday, our school councillors met with Mrs Hope to discuss mental health across the school. The children helped to create our Windy Nook definition of mental health. The children then discussed strategies in place across school that help their mental health. They...

Windy Winners!

Windy Winners!

Well done to our Top Scientist and Attitude winners this week! 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 Scientist   Dragonflies  Lucy  Enya    Ladybirds ...

Bluebells’ Homework 10.3.23

Bluebells’ Homework 10.3.23

Homework this week is: Maths CGP book pages 46 and 47. Length, Mass and Volume. English CGP book pages 72 and 73. Suffixes - ing and ed. Reading Reading diaries must be in school on a Monday when they will be checked by Miss Hogg. We ask that children bring their...