Welcome to Snowdrops
Our teacher is Mr Hill.
In our classroom, we believe in the power of teamwork, the joy of learning and the value of effort. We support each other, celebrate our wins (big and small), and tackle challenges with determination and a smile.
Resources:
https://play.spellingshed.com/#/login
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button
https://student.readingplus.com/seereader/api/sec/login
https://www.conquermaths.com/login/
https://www.purplemash.com/sch/windy-ne10
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 reading. Sometimes, homework will be set online on some of the resources listed above.
Spellings and times tables 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 Thursday– 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 through Arbor.
Easter Craft Packs
Easter Craft Packs Does your child like crafts? If so, the PTFA have put together a selection of low cost, Easter themed craft activities available to purchase, see attached photos at the bottom of the post. Price List Easter themed mini canvas, (bunny reveal,...
Pop in to Pop Art!
This term, Lower Key Stage 2 have been studying Pop Art. This was an art movement which came out of 1950s USA and challenged more traditional art, with styles inspired by comic books and advertising. The children of Bluebells, Snowdrops and Tulips have been creating...
Windy Winners!
It's been another fantastic week in Windy Nook and as usual we are rightly proud of our children's achievements. Dragonflies - Aleah Ladybirds - Ella Robins - Bobby Owls - Alex Nightingales - Isla - J Bees - Asher Bluebells - Evan Tulips - Chloe Snowdrops - Max Elms...
Letter from Alice Wiseman and Steve Horne
25th March 2021 Dear Parents/Carers Whilst the number of positive Covid-19 cases being identified in our communities is reducing, those cases are only a small percentage of the people who potentially have the infection as many will not have any symptoms. It is likely...
Virtual Easter Egg Competition
We would normally hold our annual Easter egg decorating competition next week, however, due to COVID restrictions we have decided to hold a virtual competition. We would still like the children to decorate an egg and send in a photo of the design to windyrl@gatedu.org...
Growth Mindset: Information for Parents
Dear parents and carers, We have recently re-launched growth mindset across school with all children, and we would really appreciate your support in instilling a growth mindset in our pupils. If you would like to find our more about growth mindset, and learn...
Growth Mindset and Well-being
Since our full return to school on 8th March, all of our classes have been focussed on supporting the children's mental health and well-being. We have conducted pupil well-being surveys, spent lots of time in class discussing and doing work around our mental...
Express Yourself: North East Festival of Languages
Hello! Hola! مرحبا Bonjour! 你好! Ciao! Pẹlẹ o! Namaste! नमस्ते! From the 22nd to the 26th of March is 'Express Yourself: North East Festival of Languages'. It is a celebration of the diverse languages, cultures and communities in the region and our connections with the...
Brighten The Day ‘Cook n’ Eat’ Boxes
If you are entitled to a 'Free School Meal' then you are eligible for this scheme. RE: Holiday & Activities Programme – BrightenTheDay ‘Cook n’ Eat’ Boxes Dear Parent/Guardian We are writing to tell you that following the success of last summer’s Summer...
Torch Design Winners
Last week, children across the school designed Olympic torches for the Virtual Torch Relay. A winner from each class in KS1 and KS2 was chosen as well as a winner across EYFS. The designs were judged by Year 5 and 6 torch bearers. Winners: EYFS- Ella Robins- Evie...
Windy Winners!
This week our children have demonstrated their skills and talents across a variety of different subjects, so let's hear it for our Windy Winners! Dragonflies- Huda Ladybirds - Bo Owls - Hayden Robins -Adrian Nightingales - Tim Bees - Alex Bluebells - Aryam Tulips-...
Investigating Exercise
In LKS2 the children have been conducting investigations, examining the effects of exercise on our circulatory system. We began by learning about our circulatory system and the role it plays within our body. The children conducted two different investigations, one...