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Collage
The children have begun to explore the medium of collage, firstly using colourful orgami paper to create their own pictures or patterns, and then moving on to turning magazines into colourful and vibrant collages inspired by the natural world.
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Return to the Farm
‘Swallows from Africa swooped low over our heads - it was fascinating’ Year 3 pupil Lonya Owusu-Bempah
Year 2 SATs
Year 2, who have recently tackled statutory assessment tasks with a level of tenacity that belies their tender years, enjoyed an ice lolly on the last day of half term.
Year 6 School Journey
The Year 6 children have had a wonderful experience on the Isle of Wight this week.
Time to Plant
To continue their learning about primary colours, the Nursery brought learning outside this week when they planted colourful flowers.
Imam Visit
Dr Faid Mohammed Said, Imam of the London Central Mosque (by Regent’s Park) visited this week, with RBKC Education Officer Simone Torry - to speak to the children in Key Stage 2.
Eid Breakfast
At the start of last week pupils arrived for a special Eid breakfast in their smartest non-uniform attire. Some opted to wear clothing that reflects their cultural heritage. Others, donned blazers and trouser suits and a fair few, new shoes and trainers.
From Rags to Riches
The School Council arranged the 'Rags2Riches' collection on Friday 28th April as a fundraiser for the school.
Jazz Compositions
Year 5 have immersed themselves in musical composition, taking inspiration from Herbie Hancock.
The Bike Doctor
Earlier this week as part of the Safe Roads Initiative, The Bike Doctor came to provide a free service to the children’s bikes.
Nursery Rainy Day Activities
On the last day of the spring term, nursery class spent a rainy morning in the hall playing with the parachute.
Roman Workshop
Linked to their topic, Year Four took part in a Roman workshop.
Roman Artefacts
Junior historians attending lunchtime history club as well as Year 4 pupils, both had the opportunity to examine two actual Roman artefacts.
National Science Week
This week Year 1 welcomed two scientists from Imperial College London, who led a science workshop for National Science Week.
Palaeontology and Megafauna
Last week, Year 3 visited the megafauna fossils exhibition at the Natural History Museum.
A Day of Drama and Dance
Linked to World Book Day last week, Years 1 - 6 took part in Bringing Books to Life dance and drama workshops today, giving the children an immersive experience of storytelling.
Girls Football Champions
Another remarkable achievement for our girls’ football team last week, now officially Borough Champions.
Library Monitors
Enthusiastic and doggedly determined, Year 5 Library Monitors - Poppy Robertson and Annelies Razzaq have long campaigned for an additional shelving unit for our KS2 library.
Children’s Mental Health Week
The theme for Children’s Mental Health Week this year is ‘Let’s Connect.’ Years 3 and 4 participated in a joint activity which encouraged them to mix, socialise and get to know each other a little better.
Immersive Rendition
Yesterday, Year 5 immersed themselves in an interactive history seminar led by Peter Daniel from the Westminster Archives.
Phonics Open Afternoon and Chinese New Year in Reception Class
Last Thursday, every metre of Ms Polly Holmes' classroom had been transformed into a phonics emporium, with families immersing themselves in various games that develop pupils’ phonological awareness, all of which are transferrable to the home environment.
The Queen's Green Canopy
To mark the Queen's remarkable reign, and in memoriam of the sovereign, eight tree saplings have been planted in her honour.
Year 1 Class Assembly
Year 1 impressed and enchanted in equal measure yesterday, performing songs that focused on the theme of helping others.
Christmas
With fir trees exquisitely adorned in the hall and main entrance, and cinnamon candles brightly lit, there is an undeniable frisson of wonder at the moment.
Healthy Lunches and a New Chef
Thomas Jones was one of the first schools in the country to introduce healthy and, where possible, organic lunches for children. We have certainly come a long way, with the quality of provision transformed over the last 20 years.
Year 4 Class Assembly
On Wednesday, the Year 4 scholars excelled in an exceptionally inventive and aesthetically bold depiction of the water cycle, linked to topic learning.
Movember
Last week we marked 'Movember' and raised crucial funds for prostate cancer charities.
Autumn Enrichment
The last six weeks have been rewarding, culminating in a number of successes.
Year 2 Harvest Assembly
'Yellow Leaf’ was humbling. Every word was enunciated with resolve and brio.