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Mary Howard continued with their Tamworth Arts project this week by using paint to apply their Kandinsky inspired circles to their canvases. Next, the children will begin creating patterns using a variety of bright colours in the style of our focus artist!

To begin VE Day, Mary Howard were joined by Reverend Nicky and members of our community and the Parish Council. After Reverend Nicky offered her blessing, the children reflected on the words ‘celebration’ and ‘commemoration’ whilst watching the raising of the VE day…

Mary Howard pupils reflected on their hopes and aspirations for their time at our school. We created wish ribbons for our wish tree in the spiritual garden. A beautiful activity of connecting with ourselves spiritually!

Mary Howard were very excited to be introduced to our new spiritual garden! The children started to use the resources to connect with God and develop their spirituality!

In preparation for this year’s Tamworth Arts Festival, the children began their unit of learning about the artist, Wassily Kandinsky. We learned about the artist, explored famous pieces of art work he has produced and began experimenting with the use of circles and patterns using wax crayon.…

Key Stage Two enjoyed the sun this week during our outdoor music lesson! The children worked in groups to learn and perform the famous cup song from Pitch Perfect! They showed real perseverance and love to their peers during the process. Fantastic Key Stage Two! 

Class Two enjoyed their Christmas lunch with their friends, listening to Christmas music and telling their jokes (all week long)! What a lovely time we had! P

Class Three joined with the other classes in school to prepare for our Christingle service. The children worked together to construct their oranges for our church service. Whilst doing so, we discussed the meanings of each component and the importance of this symbol of light during Advent! 
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In this weeks art lesson, Class Two learnt all about shading. Following the four rules of shading and using the correct pencil grip, the children were able to replicate an example and begin to add their knowledge and skills to their still life drawings. 

This week in Class Two the children experienced a whole day dedicated to Design Technology: Seasonal Cooking. We learnt how to chop, peel and grate fruit and vegetables including the necessary hand positions, use of muscles and health and safety. The children tasted some vegetables, cheeses,…

Class Two recently completed their second independent write of the term. Based on their Wonka inventions, they created amazing persuasive adverts that were visually and linguistically appealing to their target audience. Class Two really impressed the school with their creativity and humour…

This week Class Two and Three worked together in preparation for our Harvest Celebration. Following discussion, the children researched the impact of poverty on a local, national and global scale. This research facilitated an enhanced appreciation for the work of The Trussell Trust food…