26 Nov
The School Council members for 2013/14 have finally been elected! We will have an Upper School Council led by Mr Stewart and a Lower School Council led by Miss Elliott. We will use the blog to keep you up to date with action planning and events that the council are keen to work on.
25 Nov
Children in the Nurture class have helped to produce this wonderful display. A lot of their literacy work this half term has revolved around the Julia Donaldson book. In addition they have produced some beautiful art work – don’t you agree?
22 Nov
The Nurture Class have been finding out about the role of the local Police Community Support Officers. This is part of ongoing work about what makes a good citizen.
The children have learned about the job that the officers do, how hard they work and how they support our local community.
The class has, as you can see, particularly enjoyed trying on the uniforms!
22 Nov
6B have spent the afternoon carefully practising the skill of silk painting – it is not easy! Some beautiful first images though, Mrs Bjorndal is eagerly anticipating the final products.
22 Nov
On Tuesday 5th November-Bonfire Night- 6M and 6B went on an awesome trip to Normanby Hall and Wilderspin School, because we are learning about Victorians. Can I tell you all about it?
It started with a long, boring bus ride to Normanby hall (that is where the fun begins.) We were introduced by Mrs Turner who works there. We got into our groups-I was in Mrs Fosters group-and listened carefully to what we are learning. After, we opened our orange, rough envelope and discovered; a picture of a person, some houses and clues. We read the first mysterious clue. It said to go into the museum, which was freezing, and find the objects, therefore we set off to find the objects. We finished, so we left Normanby Hall, it was Wilderspin next.
After that, a long ride to Wilderspin begun… we had a lovely lunch with cake, sandwiches and crisps. Then we went for a play on the Victorian swing, which is a big pole and 4 ropes which spin round and round and you fly like a motionless man, however they were more fun games like cup ball, skipping and HOOPLA. Then the bell rang… the moment I dreaded had begun.
Next, we dressed up as Victorians and lined up behind the classroom. The strict teacher pointed to us and went “Boys follow me.” In a stern strict voice. The lessons we had were amazing, however strict. We did slate writing which was very hard because it scratches on the slate. Have you done slate writing before? Drill was my favourite because it is like PE. Victorian lessons were strict, despite this, I enjoyed them.
We got on the bus back to Driffield. It’s been a good day, however I’m tired.
Ben M
22 Nov
Check out these wonderful recounts of 6Ms visit to Normanby Hall and Wilderspin!
Back In Time
On a matt grey November day, a joyous class ,6M, journeyed on an epic expedition to travel back in time! Their singular aim was to go back to the Victorian era. Well, at 09:00 we clambered upon a white coach and ambled to the very back. I crouched beside some of my friends, who went by the name of Ollie, Jack and Ben. After a 40 minute drive we were rapidly approaching the corpulent Humber Bridge. However my mate Olli was as scared as a cornered Gazelle, ready to be pounced upon by a fearsome Lion, as he was scared of heights. Wouldn’t you be?
“ H..el..p” he stuttered whilst going over the elephantine bridge, Ollie made a series of unusual moans. After departing the bridge, we abruptly arrived at Normanby Hall.
As soon as the bus had ground to a halt, one quarter of the class eagerly arose and strolled towards the exit. In a short while, 6M had all vacated the coach, and began a meander to the building. Although we had arrived at the car park, it took us a 3 minute walk to be finally greeted by an old lady who exclaimed in a shrill voice that her name was Miss Turner. After a chat about health and safety, she explained theta Eliza Ashton was who we were researching. 45 minutes later we had successfully followed the clues and presented our findings, with a modelling master class by Owen. An abrupt goodbye later and we were back on the road.
Swiftly, we arrived at Wilderspin. A lady ushered us into a canteen. Ravenously, I began my lunch. I ate a delectable sandwich; a tasty Twix; a fruity orange and a handful of gorgeous grapes. She then brought us outside to be in awe of the awesome quadruple swing. “Gulp” everyone said in unison. Hands were raised and people selected and we all had a go. But then we were truly left in awe. Mrs Mudd, Miss Booth, Miss Wallace and Mrs Leggate had a go! Sniggers erupted from the children. ‘Fortunately’ the teachers were fine. However some of the children will never be the same again!
Well, fun aside, we were all marched into the classroom. “Present Ma’am” everyone chorused. A vast speech later and we were all made to recite our 2 and 11 times tables. After successfully completing our times tables, we were all marched into a long hall. The teacher organised us into lines and hollered at us to follow her lead. We reluctantly followed her. She exclaimed “Drill, is what you now call physical education.” after simply following her about for a bit, she mooched us into the antiquated caravan. Singing “All Thing Bright and Beautiful” and completing some abnormal handwriting, we were told that the day was over. A firm handshake and a solemn goodbye and we were once more boarding the coach.
What a day. Wouldn’t you like to go their? Well, you can, visit www.normanbyhall.co.uk, and visit this astonishing place.
Matty P
20 Nov
Year 5 children have been spending the week making biscuits with Mrs Woodcock. There were so many brilliant designs, from spiders to ghosts and footballers to Tudor roses! Take a look at the pictures to see some of the different delicious treats.
15 Nov
Mr Inns and Mr Hopper had their legs waxed to raise money for Children in Need. All children brought in donations of 20p to wear something spotty, and then paid extra money to witness the de-hairing of the teachers in question! A lot of fun was had by all and lots of children enjoyed a special lunch with accompanying Pudsey bear biscuits made by the kitchen staff. A big thank you also to Amanda Ludlum from the Olive Tree Spa in Driffield for providing the necessary materials. A total will be announced ASAP!
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