As part of our history lesson on Ancient Egypt, we explored the fascinating world of pyramids and the pharaohs who were buried inside them. The children created their own 3D pyramid models using a template. On each side of the pyramid, they answered key questions: How were pyramids built? Where were they built? Why were they built? On the base, they added interesting extra facts. During the lesson, we also discovered what treasures and objects pharaohs placed in their tombs for the afterlife, such as shabtis, amulets, and food offerings. This hands-on activity helped us bring ancient history to life in a creative and memorable way!

There’s nothing quite like the sound of young minds coming together in rhythm—and this week, our Year 5 class did just that in an inspiring music lesson that struck all the right chords!

In a delightful display of teamwork and musicality, our students picked up their mallets and joined their music teacher in a lively xylophone session. With each beat, the room came alive as the children matched the tempo, followed cues, and created a vibrant piece of music together.

This week, the children brought their learning to life with some amazing outdoor chalk art, all inspired by our topic this term — Ancient Egypt!

Using bright chalks and lots of imagination, the children created eye-catching drawings of sarcophagi and pharaoh masks on the playground. They worked in teams to add details like headdresses, jewellery, and hieroglyphics, showing just how much they’ve learned about Egyptian culture and symbolism.

It was a fun and creative way to explore the topic further, and the final artwork looked fantastic under the spring sunshine. Take a look at the picture below to see their brilliant efforts — a real showcase of history and creativity combined!

This week, our class had an incredible experience as we went on a virtual reality journey to Ancient Egypt with David as our guide! Using VR headsets, the children were able to explore the great pyramids up close and even venture inside a tomb — all without leaving the classroom.

The students were amazed by the towering structures and intricate hieroglyphics on the tomb walls. They learned fascinating facts about Egyptian history, architecture, and the lives of the people who lived thousands of years ago.

It was a truly immersive and exciting way to bring history to life. A huge thank you to David for guiding us on this unforgettable adventure!

On Wednesday, our STEM partners came into school to help us understand the SuDS systems that Yorkshire Water have installed. (STEM is Science, Engineering, Technology and Mathematics)

SuDS stands for Sustainable Drainage Systems.They slow down the flow of rain water into the drainage systems helping to prevent the drains being overwhelmed during very heavy rain events.

Our STEM partners from COWI were Oriana, Bhawna, Michaela and Mark. After introducing themselves and explaining a little bit about their roles they explained how SuDS worked and were needed to help manage water in a world of Climate Change.

We then took part in an activity to explore how different materials slow down the rate of flow of water. This video explains how:

And here are some photos of the workshop:

A huge thank you to our STEM partners for giving up their time to come and share with us.

This week, our Year 5 scientists have been busy investigating the fascinating world of shadows! Using everyday objects, pencils, and torches, the children explored how shadows are formed and how they change in size and direction.

We started by using different objects to see how they block light, creating shadows on our tables. Then, we experimented with torches to understand how light travels and how moving the light source changes the shape and size of a shadow. To deepen our learning, we used the torch as a stand-in for the sun, helping us understand how the position of the sun affects shadows throughout the day.

Last night, 5LS took to the stage at the Leeds Carriageworks Theatre, delivering an unforgettable performance of Macbeth—with a twist! This wasn’t just any Shakespearean tragedy; our class put on an Italian Bugsy Malone-themed adaptation, blending classic drama with 1920s gangster flair.

From the moment the curtain rose, the audience was captivated. The children embraced their roles with confidence, bringing Shakespeare’s words to life with energy, emotion, and a touch of vintage charm. Their portrayal of power, ambition, and betrayal had everyone on the edge of their seats.

Impressive staging and a fantastic sense of teamwork, 5LS truly made the play their own. The performance was met with huge applause, a testament to their hard work and dedication.

A huge congratulations to all the children for their amazing performance and to the staff and parents who supported them along the way. 5LS, you should be incredibly proud!

This year, our school celebrated World Book Day with a theme of Traditional Fairy Tales! The highlight was a writing competition where students created twisted versions of classic tales.

Our class winner was Cameron, who put a darkly humorous spin on Hansel and Gretel. Instead of facing a wicked witch, the siblings overindulge in the candy house and succumb to Candy-Induced Shock Syndrome!

The competition showcased incredible creativity, with students reimagining classic stories in unique ways. Alongside writing, we enjoyed dressing up, storytelling, and book-inspired activities.

Congratulations to Cameron and all participants for making the day unforgettable!

Today, some of our Y5s attended a Drama workshop with the actors from the theatre company ‘Wrongsemble’. They are a Leeds-based company and offered us a session to explore and consolidate Macbeth. It was wonderful timing, given our performances are next week and the children loved it. The teachers also commented on how brilliant the actors were and how enthused our pupils were. We will definitely be exploring using Wrongsemble again in the future for workshops and performances in school!