History
A visit from Captain Evans!
Holly and Hazel class were very lucky to have a visit from Captain Evans this afternoon. He told us all about his job as a pilot for EasyJet. The children were keen to ask lots of questions and were also allowed to dress up in some of the official uniform. What a great way to … Read more
Holly’s History Trip
Today Year One headed off to the Shuttleworth Collection to support our work on Pioneers of Flight as part of the History curriculum. We spent the morning doing a range of interesting activities. We experienced what it was like to sit inside an old passenger plane with nowhere for luggage and no toilet! The children … Read more
Year 5 Viking Day
Yesterday, Year 5 were lucky enough to take part in a whole day dedicated to our learning about Vikings! We had an amazing teacher, ‘Irik the Viking’, to teach us lots about many different elements of Viking life. He started with lots of interesting information regarding the Vikings first coming to Britain and the history … Read more
London’s Burning! London’s Burning!
Holly class went back in time to 1666 and recreated the Great Fire of London. We started the day making soda bread because the fire started in Thomas Farriner’s bakery on Pudding Lane. We then watched as the fire burned our Tudor houses! We tried to stop the fire with a fire break but it … Read more
Back to the Stone Age
Year 3 had an amazing day, travelling back in time to the Stone Age at Celtic Harmony Camp. We had a packed day of activities, including den-building, making Stone Age soup, hunting, gathering and trading. We also saw demonstrations of flint-knapping and fire-making (but we weren’t allowed to try those ourselves!). We learnt a lot … Read more
Awesome Egyptians!
Year 3 travelled back in time to spend a day in Ancient Egypt. We’re sure you will agree they all looked the part in some amazing costumes. We spent the morning taking part in various activities such as making amulets, perfume, Shabti dolls and bread. In the afternoon, we split into groups. Some children were … Read more
Year 2 trip to Mountfitchet Castle
On Wednesday the 21st of June, Year 2 departed William Ransom to spend the day at Mountfitchet Castle. We had so much fun exploring the various parts of the castle that were on display and we all had a fantastic day. We also got to explore the toy museum which Mr Palmer discovered had a … Read more
Our day as Anglo-Saxons!
Year 4 had a fantastic day with History Off the Page learning all about Anglo-Saxons. They spent the morning choosing between a variety of activities from weaving to candle making and illuminated letters to jewellery making. Pottery skills were used to sculpt gargoyles, a pendant mould and rune stones. All of these crafts were interwoven … Read more
Ancient Greek Day in Year 6!
Year 6 thoroughly enjoyed their immersive Ancient Greek day just before half term! They arrived at school all dressed and ready to go. In the morning they were greeted by our host who introduced them to a range of Athenian projects. They spent the morning hard at work! In the afternoon we prepared dances and … Read more