What fantastic day at Weston Park museum. We had a workshop in the morning about an Egyptian girl called Djema. We learnt about her life and made amulets to go into her coffin to take into the afterlife. In the afternoon, we explored the rest of the museum. The workshop leader was very impressed with the children’s knowledge of the ancient Egyptians!
Congratulations to our TTRS Times Table winners from Classes 3, 4, 5, and 6. These pupils have demonstrated excellent progress in their mathematical skills through dedicated practice and commitment. Their achievements reflect the hard work they have put into mastering their multiplication tables.
Well done to all participants for their continued effort in developing these fundamental math skills.
Class 3 and 4 had a fabulous PE session called Marvellous Me. They took part in 6 activities, including bean bag throw, basketball throw and speed run. In 3 weeks’ time, the sports coaches will return, and we will do the activities again, aiming to improve our scores! Thank you to year 6 for keeping track of all our scores.
During their Forest School sessions, our Year 4 children have been working towards the Bee Bronze Award from the Bee Conservation Trust. We’re incredibly proud of their efforts to learn about and support these vital pollinators.
To celebrate their achievement and raise awareness, we’d love to share a short video that highlights just how important bees are to our planet and our daily lives.
Southwold remains committed to supporting bee conservation and making our playgrounds more bee-friendly.
This morning, Key Stage 2 children attended the ‘Going for Gold’ running event at Bluecoat Wollaton. Throughout the session, children had to run or walk as many 1km laps as possible. Showing great determination, respect and teamwork, the children completed nearly 500km – a brilliant achievement. Well done to all children who participated!
A further thanks to the parent volunteers who supported the event.
Year 3 and 4 had an amazing time at Twycross Zoo! We visited all the enclosures and saw so many amazing creatures; zebra’s, giraffe’s, flamingos and a very friendly Sumatran tiger. We also had a workshop about rain forests. We learnt about the four layers of the rain forest and the animals that live in each one. We also learnt about what we can all do to protect the rain forests through the choices we make.
Class 3 and 4 had a fabulous time at Creswell Crags. We did Stone Age art, survival skills and exploring inside a cave. The Creswell Crags leaders were so impressed with the children’s knowledge!
Year 4 pupils really enjoyed their morning at the Great Orchestra Experiment at the Royal Albert Hall. It was wonderful to see our pupils excited to form part of an orchestra. They displayed great musical talent as they played the trumpet. We are incredibly proud of our amazing pupils.
Class 6 have been enjoying the sunshine whilst practising their shooting skills in basketball, and celebrating Iranian New Year by making these lovely flowers with Class 4
Children in Year 3 and 4 used an OS map to explore their local area. They identified physical features like rivers, trees and hills and human features such as roads, buildings, and landmarks. They noted down these features, enhancing their understanding of geography and map reading skills.
As part of ‘British Science Week,’ Classes 3 and 4 joined an online event, ‘Amazing Adaptations.’ We learnt about how animals have adapted to their environments such as the Belted Galloways. We talked about what makes them so suitable to living in Britain. Dr Harriett told us all about the importance of sustainability in farming, such as using animal poo as a fertiliser to grow better crops. She also told us how farmers have to adapt their practise due to climate change and how we can do our bit by,’ Loving our leftovers’ and stop throwing food away.
Key Stage 2 had a fabulous time at Bluecoat Wollaton this morning, taking part in the Go for Gold fun run. We were so impressed with everyone’s positive attitude and energy!
It was lovely to see so many parents engaging in their children’s learning today at the Year 3 and 4 project exhibition. We were particularly impressed with your Roman army testudo (tortoise) formation!
Super trip this morning to Capital One this morning to learn all about how maths is used in the working world.
We were treated to a presentation by teacher and tv personality Bobby Seagul. Bobby spoke with the children about how maths can be used in many aspects of life and even rapped for them!
The children spoke with different Capital One staff about their jobs and how maths is used. They met a software developer, a commercial manager, an analyst, a talent acquisition partner and a corporate responsibility lead.
The final part of the morning was a tour around the Capital One building and it was amazing!!! Highlights were hearing about regular delivery of doughnuts, the huge gym for staff and the playroom, which had football tables, tennis tables and a piano. I imagine lots of children in class 4 will now be wanting a job at Capital One!
The children in Key Stage 2 were all ecstatic to receive a surprise book yesterday, chosen specially for them, as part of the National Literacy Trust Young Readers Programme. This is the first of three events, where the children will receive a free book to support reading for pleasure. Next time, it’s their turn to choose. It’s been joyful to see everyone enjoying their books around school and sharing them with each other. Southwold loves reading!
All day the children have been designing and crafting their very own Ancient Egyptian money container.
By using their sewing techniques, the children have beautifully decorated the containers, incorporating ancient Egyptian symbols and patterns.
Their attention to detail is astounding!
Over the past two weeks, our talented students have embarked on an exciting journey to Ancient Egypt through the power of drama!
They’ve explored the mysteries of the ancient world through techniques like still images, transitions, thought tracking, and role-play – been Howard Carter, the remarkable archaeologist who discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun, delved into the world of Egyptian mythology’s deities and goddesses and explored the wonders of the pyramids!
Our drama based approach has provided a unique and immersive way for children to engage with history, fostering a deep understanding of the past and allowing them to embrace their creativity and confidence.
Year 4 stepped into the shoes of the heroic lightkeeper Grace Darling as they explored the world of electricity.
The children rolled up their sleeves and explored household items to find out which ones conduct electricity (conductors) and which ones don’t (insulators). It was like being a detective in search of the invisible powers of electricity!
They not only grasped the fundamental concepts of conductors and insulators but also developed their analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. It was a true spark of inspiration! ✨⚡️
It was so lovely to see so many of our year 3 and 4 parents at our project exhibition. We used chalk to create Iron Man pictures, used QR codes to find out about the features of Antarctica and finished with a song about the continents. A real showcase of our autumn learning.
‘We had an amazing two days at Ilam Hall in Derbyshire for this year’s music camp. On Monday we practised in our instrument groups, had music reading classes and did ‘call and response’ across Ilam Hall grounds. The day finished with a night walk, followed by hot chocolate.
After breakfast on day two we went back to our guitar and flute groups to practise. Before lunch we did musical orienteering. A final rehearsal after lunch prepared us for the grand performance later that afternoon.
The children worked so hard and gained so much musical knowledge. They also made new friendships and loved the Derbyshire countryside!’
Our recent trip to Beeston Locks has left us buzzing with excitement! We explored the history of this magnificent canal, uncovering tales of its role in transporting coal and lace.
We compared the canal to the River Trent and Amazon River, discussing how the canal is a man-made marvel, while the River Trent flows and Amazon River flow naturally.
Later on, we conducted a survey to observe and record the different types of people and transport passing us by on the busy canal and canal path. From cheerful boaters to cyclists whizzing through. The sheer diversity reminded us how active and vibrant our local area is.
Calling all Shakespeare enthusiasts! Our brilliant Year 3 and 4 children have outdone themselves yet again! They recently took part in the prestigious ‘Schools Massive’ project, where they performed excerpts from the timeless classic, Romeo and Juliet!
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that out of numerous schools, we were selected as one of only six to participate in this incredible project! And what’s more, they showcased their talents on the renowned Playhouse Stage – one of the biggest in the country!
We couldn’t be prouder of our students! Their commitment and passion for the arts are truly remarkable. This experience has not only deepened their love for Shakespeare but also provided them with invaluable skills in storytelling and performance.
Class 3 and 4 had a very inspiring afternoon on Wednesday meeting Alison and Richard. As part of the ‘Inspiring Futures’ project, Alison and Richard came to talk to us about their careers. Alison works for the NHS and Richard works for the Environment Agency in flood management. What will class 3 and 4 do in the future?
We had special visitors at our school on Thursday afternoon – the Mental Health Support Team! They had an incredible discussion with our children about the different emotions they will experience as they grow up and gave them helpful tips on how to handle them.
Exciting news – our students had an unforgettable day at the zoo, getting up-close and personal with rainforest animals! From majestic tigers to colourful butterflies, we explored the exotic world of the rainforest and discovered the wonders of nature.
Not only did we have fun, but we also gained valuable knowledge about conservation and sustainability, and why palm oil can cause problems for rainforest life.
Into University is paving the way for future career choices at Southwold!
We recently had the pleasure of hosting Into University in Year 4, where they had a discussion about different careers with students. The focus was on product design, civil engineering and palaeontology.
What a great first day hooking children into our project question ‘Why should we care about the rainforest?’
The children made a monkey from their handprint; created an origami frog; used feathers to create a piece of parrot art; and have created a rainforest in a jar!
Over 1,400 young people from Nottingham (including the Year 4 Southwold children) performed an excerpt from the rarely performed masterpiece, The Trojans, by French composer Berlioz. Pupils from 31 primary schools across Nottingham city took part in this incredibly inspiring and unique concert at Nottingham Albert Hall alongside the Robin Hood Youth Orchestra. A brilliant day!
Parents enjoyed travelling back in time to the Stone Age. The children shared their Beaker pots and how they used the clay coiling method. Using their art skills they taught parents how to blend with chalk and pastels. Working together, families created amazing pieces of art.