This week, the whole school has taken part in CAP workshops. CAP stands for Child Assault Prevention. The CAP team work with children and staff to help reduce children’s vulnerability to abuse. Through role-play and use of puppets, the children are given strategies for how to ensure they stay safe, strong and free.
The whole school were delighted to go the Kenn Centre to see the fabulous Theatre Alibi production of “I believe in unicorns”. All the children were transfixed from start to finish as they watched the story unfold. They asked excellent questions at the end of the performance and enjoyed hearing about the cleverly designed scenery!…
Welcome back to a new term at forest school. Year three and four have enjoyed picking blackberries and eating blackberry pancakes as well as the usual woodland adventures; creating dens, swinging in hammocks and singing songs! As the summer fades and autumn brings changeable weather, please make sure your child has waterproof clothing as well…
As part of our RE this half term, Class 3 visited St Andrew’s Church. Father John spoke to us all about the role that the Church plays in a Christian community. He also showed us and talked to us about the main features of the church and answered many of our questions. The children also…
The sun was shining, the teams were in full spirit and Mr Tyrell was raring to go! Friday saw us all compete in a variety of team games for our Sports Day. We jumped, ran and collected team points. Each year group then took part in their own races ranging from running to sack races…
To celebrate World Refugee Day the whole school took part in two separate assemblies, lead by our visitor, Lizi. She talked to the staff and children about what it means to be a refugee including the dangers they face when fleeing their homes. We were shocked to learn how many children are among the number…
Almost the end of term and most classes have now finished their forest school sessions. We have had a really busy time playing, exploring and learning in the woods at Bickham Farm and the Powderham Estate. Cooking over the fire is most definitely a popular activity; bread, pancakes, pine needle tea, nettle crisps and fritters…
To celebrate GRT history month, we received a visit from Charlotte and Lynn who talked to us about the wide variety of travellers that we have in our local community. It opened our eyes to their beliefs and traditions which means that we now understand more about our community and can respect their lifestyles. Did…
On Tuesday May 7th, class 3 went camping to Wildside near Hemyock. It was lovely and peaceful there, although we could sometimes hear the planes from Dunkerswell airfield flying overhead. We had a lovely time and were kept very busy with lots and lots of different activities. On Tuesday afternoon, after we’d all eaten lunch…
After spending the last few weeks finding out about the Mayans, rainforests and plants, there was only one place we could visit – The Eden Project. The children had to complete a Chocology workshop. This involved finishing out about the history of chocolate before entering the rainforest biome to hunt for hidden treasure chests that…