This week, Year 6 began their new science unit all about light! So far, we have explored how light travels, reflection and how humans see. We explored what is meant by ‘the law of reflection’ and drew a scientifically accurate diagram to explain this, before learning...

This afternoon, the eco-team visited the new site for the Gateshead West Uniform Scheme. They helped organise and sort bags of clothes and shoes into the correct sizes and grouped them into schools so that when people visit the shop they’ll be able to pick what they...

Today, the Year 5 and 6 netball club were lucky enough to have a coach, Miss Coulson, from Thorp Academy train. We took part in lots of different drills to help with our throwing and footwork skills before getting into a match. We picked up lots of tips from the coach...

This week, in DT, Year 6 have continued to work on their buzzing board games. Having designed them, they have used a range of equipment including drills, Stanley knives and pliers to bring their designs to life. They developed an advertisement, having researched existing designs, and designed a box...

Year 6 had a brilliant afternoon at Safety Works, Newcastle, learning about how to stay safe in the community. Workshops were given by the RNLI, the Fire and Rescue Service and Blue Cross. Year 6 gave great responses and interacted well with the activities. Well done!

This week, Year 6 have taken part in a range of grammar games and activities as part of their revision of the skills they have learned this year. They have shown great skill, determination and teamwork throughout! Well done, Year 6!