Category: School News

Egyptian Day

On Thursday, Year 3 were immersed into the wonders of Ancient Egypt. Pharaohs, soldiers, mummies, craftsmen and slaves entered the classroom that day and they looked spectacular in their costumes. Some of the children had made a huge effort in creating their own costumes and accessories – well done! They started their day by learning…

3
Dec
Creative Writing Week

On a cold dark November morning Mrs Hollis arrived at the school to find something most unexpected in the corner of the playground. A nest of mysterious eggs had appeared over the course of the weekend! Where had they come from? Were they safe to touch? What creature or beast had trespassed on the school’s…

26
Nov
Animals on the Move

During the first half term Year 5 were reading an eBook called Animals on the Move in their English lessons. The book is an information text about some of the most impressive animal migrations that take place on our planet. The class enjoyed learning about wildebeest, humpback whales, salmon and monarch butterflies. Towards the end…

20
Nov
What inspires a data journalist?

Year 3 have been learning about the features of a newspaper and are planning to write a newspaper report in English. On Wednesday, Year 3 were fortunate enough to take part in a journalism workshop led by Niamh McIntyre (news journalist from The Guardian). Niamh told us it was a very exciting morning for journalists…

14
Nov
Reception visit Headstone Manor Museum

Reception class went to Headstone Manor to learn how Harrow has changed over hundreds of years.  Laura told us the story through the eyes of a time-travelling owl who lived in the Tithe Barn at Headstone Manor and saw the changes taking place as he flew high in the sky.   The boys had the opportunity…

14
Nov