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.
Christmas Cards in Snowdrops
Last week, the Snowdrops finalised their light-up Christmas card designs. This involved drawing and colouring, as well as mapping out where the light would go. Their work is looking excellent and we can't wait to start working on the electric circuits!
Spooktacular KS2 Halloween Disco!
What a terrifyingly fantastic Halloween disco KS2 had on Thursday night! The PTFA held a party to end all parties and the children dressed to impress. There were scarily good games and the tuck shop was full to the brim of (trick or) treats! Everyone had a brilliant...
Our Survey Said…!
In preparation for making light-up Christmas cards, the Snowdrops have been carrying out market research. They were tasked with finding out what types of design and theme people like to see on Christmas cards. The children worked on writing questions that would give...
Home Baked Treats at Tomorrow’s Key Stage Two Snack Shop
Key Stage Two snack shop tomorrow will include delicious cheese biscuits baked by tonight's Healthy Cookery After School Club. The biscuits will be sold for 20p each. We will also be selling bags of sliced cucumber for 20p. Look our for our next recipe at next...
Borrow a Book!
Article 28: You have the right to an education. Key Stage 2's library sessions are up and running and as you can see they are very popular. They run every lunchtime from 12.30 - 1 p.m. If you have not been along yet to borrow a book why not pop in next week. Monday –...
Spelling and Reading Workshop
Thank you to all the adults who came along to support the children in Lower Key Stage 2 during our spelling and reading workshop. During the session, the adults were introduced to spelling and reading strategies they could use at home to secure the children's...
Tablet-Friendly Times Table Games
Just a quick post from Bluebells, Snowdrops and Tulips regarding online times tables games. We know that the children are enjoying playing these games at home; however, many have said that they can't play certain games on their tablets. Below are links to four very...
Gardening Club get planting!
The children have been hard at work in Gardening Club clearing the weeds from the flowerbeds to plant some bulbs and sow some wildflower seeds. They learnt a lot about effective planting from Rob and can't wait to see them begin to grow! Article 29: Your education...
Parent/Carer Letter for LKS2 Spelling Workshop 9.10.18
Dear Parents, Below is a link to the letter that has information about the Lower Key Stage 2 (Bluebells, Snowdrops and Tulips) spelling workshop. The session will be held in the school hall this Tuesday 9th October, from 9.15 to 10.00. Spelling Workshop We look...
Article 29: The Right to use and develop your talents – observational drawing in Snowdrops
This week, Year 3/4 continued their 'Life On The Tyne' topic by producing wonderful observational drawings of the famous Tyne Bridge. The group used a photograph of the bridge at dusk. They then extrapolated the image - first of all, by carefully looking at the...
All Aboard The River Cruise
As part of our topic 'Life On the Tyne', Lower Key Stage 2 embarked on a river cruise that showcased the many features of our local riverside. Starting at the Millennium Bridge, the cruise meandered its way to the mouth of the Tyne and back. The children enjoyed not...
School Council Elections!
This week, children in Snowdrops made their speeches at School Council hustings. The class listened well and questioned each candidate on what they would do, were they to be elected. After a very close vote, we congratulate Josh and Ashton who got 5 votes each. They...