At Wollaton Park, we connected with nature and learn about the wonderful world around us. We explored for signs of animals, searching for footprints and animal droppings, honing our observation skills and discovering the presence of different creatures in the park.

We learned about different types of trees, examining characteristics and discovering the variety of leaves. We showcased our creativity and teamwork skills through den building and constructing shelters with the materials we found.

Our bug enthusiasts had a blast bug hunting – armed with magnifying glasses they found and observed various insects, learning about their habitats and behaviours.

This afternoon Year 6 had a mental health workshop about resilience. Children were introduced to the concept of resilience before exploring a range of scenarios and how to be more resilient in these scenarios.

Yesterday, children continued their World War II history learning by exploring a range of artefacts. Children used their detective skills to investigate the purpose of each artefact!

Years 5 and 6 pupils learnt about diffusion in an experiment led by Leaders of Learning from Nottingham University.  They observed the coloured sugar that is coating the skittles DISSOLVES in to the water and spreads out due to a process called DIFFUSION. The sugar will always move from the area where there is lots of sugar (next to the skittle) to a place where there is less, so you see the coloured sugar move across the plate.

This afternoon, Year 6 welcomed Cross Teach back for their Easter experience. Children participated in a crime scene investigation about the death of Jesus before deciding who was guilty of his murder…

This morning, as part of Science Week, Year 6 watched a live lesson all about wool and its properties. After the live lesson, children investigated different materials to see which material was the best thermal insulator.

This afternoon, Year 6 were visited by Charlotte and Olivia from the Mental Health Support Team, who led a workshop on exam worry. Children discussed worries before looking at coping strategies.

What a brilliant end to our Into University week. This morning, children explored the Jubilee campus before participating in a law society seminar. This afternoon, children presented their secret missions before graduating! Thank to all who attended.

This morning, children examined crime & punishment within four different historical periods; Romans, Anglo-Saxons, Tudors & Victorians. Children were horrified at some of the punishments throughout history…

This afternoon, children prepared for a top secret mission – shhhh!

It’s been a great start to Year 6’s Into University week with a trip to the National Justice Museum. Children took part in a Victorian crime scene investigation before participating in a Victorian court case.

Over the last two days, Year 6 have been creating and baking their own Victorian pies. Children made their own pastry before adding fruit and a flavouring. A key focus was pastry decoration – they tried really hard with lattice patterns!