Maths

We have begun to work on subtraction this week. Initially, we reminded ourselves of this by physically taking an object away, and then we moved onto crossing out to show we were taking a number away. To be really competent at subtraction, the children need to know the position of numbers and which numbers come before when counting. His is much harder than it sounds! You can help at home by asking random questions like, “if we take one place setting away, how many will be sitting at the table?” etc.

English – Curious Quest

This week Professor Klunk delivered Angelina Sprocket’s Pockets through the portal! Our word bath has included MULTITUDE AFLOAT DOWNPOUR ILLUMINATING VESSEL SLUMBERING CACOPHONOUS  and BEWILDERED. We love doing the actions, and this week we have also been inventing different pockets for Angelina, as well as what her home looks like!

 

Wider Curriculum – science

WELL! Science Oxford arrived with Matt as our leader! We learnt from Isobel that we need to keep trying different materials to find out what works, as well as using common sense. eg why can’t we use glass for an anchor? Why wouldn’t bricks work for an umbrella? After that, we had an amazing session making mouse-tronauts! Our launch stations were plastic milk bottles of different sizes. We tested whether the largest bottles launched the moustronauts the furthest and our results were surprising! Do ask your child which they found sent them furthest, as everyone’s were different! Also, please have a go at home! Immense fun using simple recycling! We can actually see this becoming a traditional Christmas activity as we launch reindeer / elves / candy canes etc into space!!!

 

PE & Outdoor Learning

A reminder that our PE has changed to Fitness and Gymnastics this term! We now have Fitness sessions on the MUGA (outside) every Tuesday, and Gymnastics (in the Hall) every Wednesday. Please make sure your child comes in appropriate PE kit to match the session especially as the weather gets cooler outside.

Forest School

Our Forest School dates this term are:

26^th November

10^th December

 

Other Dates for the Diary:

13th November - Flu Vaccinations

11th December -  HSA Christmas Bazaar 5pm- 7pm

11th December - Christmas Dinner Day - children can wear Christmas Jumpers

14th-18th December - Spirit Week - details to follow 

16^th December – Nativity Play at 2pm

18th December - Term ends at 1pm

We kindly ask for your help in reminding children that personal toys should stay at home. Bringing toys into school can cause unintended upset and disruption to learning, and school cannot take responsibility for lost or broken items.  

Items brought in specifically for Thought of the Day are still very welcome! These will be kept safe and put away once your child has finished sharing.

Thank you so much for your support and understanding.

The HSA AGM is on the 1st December at 8pm. This meeting will be held online, with a link below to the meeting. We warmly welcome as many parents as possible to hear about the amazing work of the HSA over the last year and the funds raised. HSA AGM Link

Another fabulous week filled with joy and kindness! Thank you for your continued support in both the class, and the school! Have a restful and relaxing weekend!
 

From The Delphinus Team!