Autumn 1 2026
A Fantastic First Half Term!
What a busy and exciting start to the autumn term we have had in Lower Key Stage 2! The children have thoroughly enjoyed travelling back in time to discover what life was like during the Anglo-Saxon period. A particular highlight was our fantastic visit to West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village, where the children had the opportunity to explore reconstructed Anglo-Saxon buildings and bring their historical learning to life. In Science, we have been learning about Animals Including Humans, exploring the human skeleton and the important role it plays in supporting and protecting our bodies. We also investigated different nutrients and the importance of eating a healthy, balanced diet, designing our own balanced food plates. In English, the children have been working hard to develop their sentence construction skills, focusing on accurately demarcating sentences and applying these skills when writing informative non-fiction texts. We were also incredibly proud of the children for their wonderful performances during our Harvest Festival. A huge thank you to all our families for their generous donations, which will help support local food banks and those in need within our community.
Looking Ahead to the Second Half Term!
As we return for the second half of the autumn term, we have lots more exciting learning to look forward to, as well as the much-anticipated countdown to Christmas! In Geography, we will be heading off on a virtual adventure to explore the world's tropical rainforests, discovering where they are located, what makes them so special and the incredible variety of plants and animals that call them home. In Science, our learning will focus on plants and habitats, investigating what plants need to grow and thrive, and exploring how different living things are suited to their environments. Alongside all this exciting learning, we will be embracing the festive spirit with plenty of Christmas activities and celebrations. We can't wait for another fun-filled half term of learning, discovery and festive excitement!