SATs in May
The Key Stage 2 tests (commonly called SATs) are in May:
- Monday 14 May: English grammar, punctuation and spelling papers 1 and 2
- Tuesday 15 May: English reading
- Wednesday 16 May: Mathematics papers 1 and 2
- Thursday 17 May: Mathematics paper 3
New style National Curriculum tests were introduced in 2016. This video lasts around five minutes and gives you a useful overview of the tests.
As always, speak with us if you have any questions, comments or concerns.
Class Novel
After the Christmas holidays, we’ll continue reading Beware! Killer Tomatoes by Jeremy Strong.
Here’s the blurb….
Jack’s in trouble. Big trouble. Not only is he in hospital with a leg in traction (boring) but he knows the police are coming for him. Because of an accident – a tomato-related accident – involving a supermarket pyramid and an old-age pensioner. Whoops!
Be mindful
At this busy time of year, mindfulness can help children to take control of their emotions.
During our recent themed week, all children took part in mindfulness workshops to learn a variety of techniques to use at school and at home. Here’s a reminder of a few of them that might be useful for over the holidays. A mindfulness newsletter/parent guide will be sent out in the new year.
Breathing hug
Start with both arms in the air. Put one hand across your tummy and the other on your shoulder. Breath slowly in and out.
Breathing tree
In a standing position, raise your arms as you breath in and release your arms back down as you breath out.
‘Ok’ breathing
Make an ‘o’ sign on your tummy button to represent that it is ok to feel different emotions. Slowly breath in and out.
Mindfulness bottle
This is a bit like a snow globe. Shake it up and watch it. Simply watch the disturbance as it begins to settle – as does our mind.
Take a bottle, add glitter and food colouring and seal tightly.
Thank you
On behalf of all the adults that have been working in Year 1, I would just like to say thank you. We all received lots of unexpected gifts and cards. This is much appreciated.
Happy holidays!
Happy holidays!
What a start to the year we’ve had! It’s been a pleasure to teach such hard-working and enthusiastic children who enjoy their learning and have a little fun along the way!
We hope you all enjoy a well-deserved break and come back to school ready and fresh to learn on 02 January.
Thank you for all the lovely cards and gifts.
Happy holidays from all the Year 4 staff!
Congratulations
Many congratulations to a very talented artist.
A winning design has been chosen by the Lord Mayor of Leeds, Cllr Jane Dowson, for her official Christmas card this year. The winner received a special thanks and congratulations on stage at the Lord Mayor’s Christmas carol concert on Thursday evening.
Following the Christmas card competition which was launched with Candelighters, the Lord Mayor’s chosen charity in August, over 600 entries were received from children aged up to 13 years. The only criteria given was the theme – ‘Leeds at Christmas’.
The winner created a Christmas winter scene incorporating some of the iconic buildings in Leeds. He was presented with a copy of his actual Christmas card by the Lord Mayor as well as a special prize from Candelighters.
A superb achievement – well done!
Looking to Christmas and beyond…
This week we’ve been feeling both festive and creative whilst making our Christmas cards and 2018 calendars! Check out our artwork below:
We’ve been inspired by Frosty the Snowman…
… and the Chinese New Year! Did you know, 2018 is the year of the dog?
Merry Christmas and a happy New Year to all!
Year 3/4 new class novel
Next term, Year 3 and 4 will be diving into two class novels.
The first will be a Fighting Fantasy novel, which is the title given to a series of interactive books, also known as gamebooks, that were developed by Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone. This book will certainly be intriguing and memorable because the children’s participation and the choices they make directly affects the outcome of the story!
The second will be Akimbo and the Elephants, written by Alexander McCall Smith. Here’s the blurb for a sneak peak:
Ten-year-old Akimbo lives on a game preserve in Africa. His father is the head ranger, and Akimbo is eager to help him whenever he can—even if it means getting into some pretty dangerous situations.
In Akimbo and the Elephants, ivory poachers are killing grown elephants for their tusks and leaving the calves to die. When the authorities fail to turn up new leads, Akimbo sets out to save the elephants by posing as a hunter himself.
Festival fever!
This week’s homework was to show what I know and think about something cultural or to show what I know about a festival.
Here are some of our fantastic submissions!
As usual, the children were so enthusiastic about sharing their ideas and asking each other questions. Well done, everyone!
Lights, Camel, Action!
This week, we’ve enjoyed three fantastic performances of our Lights, Camel, Action! production. We’re sure you will agree the children have done a great job and we’re very proud of their performances. Every child tried their best and learnt songs, dances and often lines.
Thank you for coming to watch the children. They love to spot a familiar face in the audience! We hope you enjoyed the show.
We also raised £202.41 for our new school charity, Make a Wish so thank you for your donations.
After a busy first term in Year 2, it’s time now to enjoy the holiday with family and friends. See you back at school on 02 January 2018!
