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Date: 13th Mar 2026 @ 4:32pm
We have had another fantastic week here in Year 2!
This week in English, we have been focusing on writing descriptive paragraphs focusing on using a wide range of adjectives and conjunctions to make our writing more exciting. This week we focused on writing about our heroes. The children chose their own heroes, with many children choosing loved ones. Next week, we will focus on writing in the past progressive tense.
In Maths, we focused on developing our understanding of mass. The children weighed a range of objects, working out how many cubes each item weighed before moving onto comparing objects and working out how different objects make each other balanced. Next week, we will focus on weighing objects on scales and measuring to the nearest kg.
In Outdoor Learning, we learnt how to use flint and steel to make fire. The children worked hard to make a spark, that they all managed to do, before attempting to light cotton wool. The children worked hard to persevere here, and many were successful. Next week, we will have another go at making fire and will make their own hot chocolate.
In Science, we completed an experiment as part of British Science Week with the focus around Curiosity. The children explored whether sunlight effects the growth of cress seeds. The children started by making their own greenhouses, before putting half on the window and half in the cupboard. We will see over the next few weeks which ones grow more.
In History, we looked at the life in the Victorian era, and what her life was like. We looked at how her life changed over time and the differences that occurred in her lifetime.
Well done, Year 2 on another fantastic week!
Date: 12th Mar 2026 @ 8:23pm
What an exciting and enriching week it has been in Year 5! Our learning has taken us on journeys through history, outer space, ancient Greece, scientific investigations, and even into the great outdoors.
In RE, we explored powerful works of art depicting the Easter story. We focused on how artists use colour and light to represent Jesus’ victory and the hope brought by His resurrection. The children loved comparing different artistic styles and discussing the messages they conveyed.
Our English lessons transported us to one of humanity’s greatest achievements: the Apollo 11 Moon landing. We imagined what it would have felt like to watch this historic moment live in 1969. We also developed our writing toolkit by learning how to use brackets for extra detail and building complex sentences using subordinating conjunctions. Using these new skills, the children wrote brilliant recounts from the perspective of Chris Hadfield, inspired by our class text The Darkest Dark. Their thoughtful and imaginative writing was a joy to read!
A huge well done to all of Year 5 for their fantastic focus and resilience during this week’s maths assessments. Your hard work and determination really shone!
As part of British Science Week, we embraced the theme of curiosity by taking on exciting scientific challenges. Our ‘nappy challenge’ had children designing and carrying out investigations to discover which nappy had the best absorbency. They carefully considered variables to control in order to ensure a fair test. We also completed our very own scientific ‘whodunnit’, using chromatography to uncover who had eaten the teachers’ biscuits! The children loved becoming budding forensic scientists and using real scientific techniques to crack the case.
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Despite the blustery weather, Year 5 showed fantastic resilience in outdoor learning this week. We learnt how to use flint and steel to create sparks. An exciting first step towards building fires safely! We’re looking forward to progressing next week by learning how to light fires and use the Kelly kettles. We also planted potatoes, carrots, courgettes, and radishes, and we can’t wait to observe their growth over the coming weeks. A wonderful hands‑on experience of nature and responsibility!
In History, we continued our exploration of the Ancient Greeks, focusing this week on the life of hoplites, the brave, heavily armed soldiers of the Greek city‑states. We learned about their training, armour, and weapons, and then took our learning outside to recreate phalanx formations in the playground. The children worked brilliantly as a team, just like true Greek warriors.
It was another fantastic week for sport in Year 5. A group of our boys visited the LFC Academy to take part in a football tournament. They represented the school brilliantly, showing great teamwork, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm throughout. Well done to everyone involved. What a wonderful opportunity to make memories, strengthen friendships, and have fun!
It has been a truly brilliant week filled with curiosity, creativity, teamwork, and enthusiasm. Well done, Year 5! Your love of learning continues to shine every single day!
Reminders for next week
- Trip to Mere Sands Woods, Tuesday 17th March. Children need to wear warm clothing (long sleeves and full length trousers), coats and wellies or trainers. Remember to bring a packed lunch. We leave school at 9am and return at 3pm.
Date: 12th Mar 2026 @ 5:33pm
What a wonderful week we’ve had in Year 1!
This week has been full of hands-on learning, incredible imagination and plenty of “wow” moments across all our subjects.
In Maths, we began exploring length and height. The children loved comparing objects around the classroom and deciding which were longer, taller or shorter. We used both non-standard units such as blocks and cubes, as well as standard units like rulers. It was brilliant to see the children carefully lining up their equipment, checking their measurements and talking confidently about what they had found. Their enthusiasm for practical Maths made our lessons lively and exciting.
In English, we wrote our very first diary entry all about Timothée and his chase to find his brother, Teddy. I was absolutely blown away by the quality of the writing this week. Every single child showed such incredible effort—their imagination shone through, and their thoughtful vocabulary choices made their diary entries so exciting to read. It was a true joy to see how hard they have all been working and how proud they were of their finished pieces.
In RE, we spent time discussing the Easter Story. The children shared what they already knew, asked thoughtful questions, and then explored why Spring is often linked with Easter. We talked about new life, growth and hope, which linked beautifully with the fact that we now have our very own caterpillars in Year 1. We are looking forward to watching them grow and change over the next few weeks.
In Geography, we continued learning about life on the farm. This week was especially exciting because some of our own little experts brought in real objects from the farm, along with videos and photographs. The children were fascinated and asked so many brilliant questions to find out more about what life is really like for a farmer. We are beginning to understand just how much hard work goes into running a farm, and the children showed fantastic curiosity throughout.
Reminders -
Our trip to Windmill Farm is next Thursday, 19th March.
Please ensure children wear their PE kits.
If your child is bringing a packed lunch, please ensure it is in a disposable bag and that they have a disposable water bottle.
Date: 12th Mar 2026 @ 12:01pm
In English, we have been looking closely at information posters and spotting the key features they use, such as headings, fun facts, pictures and labels. We have also been reading Big Blue Whale and using it to help us find information about why whales migrate and the incredible journeys they make.We’ve been practising using: Adverbs of time, conjunctions and prepositions. The children have worked brilliantly to use these in their own explanations about whale migration!
In RE, we have been thinking about the symbol of the cross and what it means to Christians today. We had some thoughtful discussions about whether the cross brings feelings of happiness, sadness, or hope, and the children shared some truly reflective ideas.
To celebrate British Science Week, we explored the theme of curiosity. We went on a Curiosity Walk during outdoor learning and asked big scientific questions such as: “Why do spiders build their webs in corners?” or “Why is the grass shorter in some areas?” The children loved becoming young scientists and noticing the environment around them.
In D&T, we had so much fun designing and making our very own pneumatic toys. The children learned how air pressure can make things move, and they used syringes and tubing to bring their creations to life. Lots of problem‑solving, teamwork and creativity on display!
This week in PE, we enjoyed a calm and relaxing yoga session. The children learned new poses, practised breathing exercises and ended the session feeling very peaceful.
Reminders:
Tuesday 17th March - Trip to Mere Sands
Date: 12th Mar 2026 @ 9:52am
It has been a fantastic week in Year 6! The week has been made even more special by the return of some TSP alumni who joined us as part of their Year 12 work experience, making a brilliant contribution to our learning.
In Maths this week, we continued our work on coordinates, applying our understanding through a competitive game of Battleships against a partner. Alongside this, arithmetic practice has been in full swing! It has been wonderful to see so many children achieving their best scores yet - a real sign of their hard work and growing confidence. Our former TSP pupils also played an important role in lessons, particularly working with the class on a 1:1 basis to help everyone practise how to use a protractor accurately.
In English, we have continued to strengthen our SPaG knowledge, focusing particularly on the use of hyphens and parentheses. Our reading work has included a variety of engaging texts, from a gripping story about an AI robot turning on humanity to fascinating non-fiction passages about cryptozoology (a brand new word for many of us)! We also tried something a little different by completing LBQ-style reading practice, before finishing the week with a music comprehension based on the song, 'Viva La Vida'. This song is full of symbolism within its lyrics and a rich opportunity to think carefully about the story behind the song.
For PE, our Year 12 work experience pupils led an energetic dodgeball lesson for the class. They organised the activities, explained the rules and kept the games running smoothly, showing great leadership throughout. The lesson was full of enthusiasm and friendly competition, with everyone getting involved – including the teachers!
We were also further grateful to our Year 12 work experience pupils, who delivered an interesting presentation about life at secondary school. They spoke about their experiences, the subjects they study and what a typical day looks like. The children then had the opportunity to take part in a Q&A session, asking thoughtful questions about homework, lessons and the transition to high school. It was a valuable opportunity for Year 6 to gain a helpful insight into what lies ahead.
It has been a wonderful week of learning and collaboration in Year 6 and we are very grateful to our former TSP pupils for the hard work and enthusiasm that they brought to our classroom. The children have worked incredibly hard across the week and should be proud of their efforts. We hope everyone enjoys a well-earned and relaxing weekend!
Reminders:
-Year 6 PE lessons will continue to take place on Wednesdays (swimming) and Thursdays each week for this half term.
-Spellings have been shared on Google Classroom and the children will be tested next Friday (20th).
-Maths and English homework has been set as normal via either the SATs Companion platform or sent home in books. This is due to be completed on or before next Wednesday (18th).
Date: 11th Mar 2026 @ 9:14pm
What a thoughtful and curiosity-filled week it has been in Nursery!
This week we have been full of excitement and creativity as we prepared something very special for our mums. The children worked carefully to create beautiful cards and a special little gift, inspired by their own wonderful ideas. As a group, we talked about all the things our mothers do for us and shared our thoughts about how we could show them how much we care and appreciate them. The children had some lovely ideas and took great pride in creating something meaningful to take home.
On Monday, we also acknowledged ‘International Women's Day’. After listening to the book ‘Girls Can Do Anything’, we explored our thoughts about what people sometimes think women can or cannot do and shared our own ideas about the future. The children learned that what really matters is our dreams, determination and belief in ourselves, because girls can grow up to achieve anything they choose.
In PE, our focus has been dance. The children have been exploring how to combine different movements to create their own dance sequences. We listened carefully to the rhythm and beat of the music, thinking about how our bodies could move in different ways to match the song. It has been wonderful to see the children growing in confidence as they express themselves through movement.
During Early Listening sessions, we focused on familiar songs, experimenting with changing the lyrics to create our own versions and share new ideas. This encouraged the children to listen carefully and think creatively about language. We have also continued developing our awareness of syllables. Using photographs that had been cut into sections, the children worked together to guess what the word might be before clapping out the beats in the word as they placed the picture pieces back together.
In Maths, our focus this week was on height and length. The children explored and practiced using new mathematical language such as tall, taller, short, shorter, long and longer. Through practical activities and discussions, they began comparing objects and describing their size using these new words.
As part of ‘British Science Week’, we decided to try something very exciting — growing magical beans! Linking with the theme ‘Curiosity – What’s your question?’, we worked together as a class to think about the possible conditions that might be needed to grow a magical bean. The children shared some fantastic ideas and predictions. What can we say… only time will tell!
Our Funky Fingers activity also linked with our science theme. The children explored a variety of different beans, using scissors to carefully cut some open to see what was inside. We compared the sizes and quantities, making some fascinating discoveries along the way.
At Forest School, we continued to look for signs of spring around us and planted seeds and bulbs, talking about what plants need in order to grow. We are keeping our fingers crossed for some green fingers! Our beans are also coming along wonderfully, and the children have shown great care and responsibility by watering them regularly and checking carefully on their growth, using their new Maths vocabulary to compare heights.
It has truly been a week full of curiosity, care and creativity as we embraced science, explored new ideas and worked together to create something special for someone else.
We wish you all a lovely weekend and hope our mums and mother figures enjoy a wonderful Mothering Sunday, filled with a well-deserved lie-in, a hand massage and perhaps a special surprise from their little ones! Looking forward to another week of discovery together.
Warm wishes,
Mrs Grayson and the Nursery team
Date: 11th Mar 2026 @ 7:21pm
Wow! The weeks are flying by, and we are having so much fun in Reception.
This week we continued exploring our RE theme, Stories Jesus Told. We listened to the story of ‘The Sower’ and learnt about the importance of having a kind and open heart so that good things can grow within us. We are also beginning to understand that parables are special stories told by Jesus with a hidden message to help us learn how to live well.
At the start of the week, we acknowledged International Women’s Day. We shared the story ‘Girls Can Do Anything’, which led to a wonderful discussion about all the things the children might like to do when they grow up. Their dreams were inspiring!
As part of British Science Week, the children have been developing their observational skills by learning about the names and features of living things commonly found in UK parks, gardens, fields, and hedgerows. They have been making links between different types of animals, noticing similarities and differences—real little scientists in the making!
This learning tied in beautifully with our amazing trip to Knowsley Safari Park. The children had a fantastic day, and the staff at Knowsley even commented on how wonderful and well‑mannered they were. We have loved hearing the children retell their favourite moments from the day.
In Maths, the children have been building on their understanding of finding ‘1 more’ and ‘1 less’ with numbers to 10. They are learning that when we count back, each number is one less than the one before it. They are becoming more confident with consecutive numbers, the order of counting back, and the idea that numbers get smaller when we take one away. We are also developing their conceptual subitising and number composition skills, helping them see numbers as a whole and as parts at the same time.
Outdoors, the children have been making the most of the space and were very excited to plant potatoes this week. We can’t wait to watch them grow over the coming months!
We wish you all a lovely weekend, and we hope that all our Mums and special women enjoy being spoilt this Mother’s Day.
Mrs Molloy and Mrs Bevin
Date: 11th Mar 2026 @ 1:41pm
We’ve had a week full of determination, positivity, and a brilliant attitude towards all of our learning tasks.
The children have worked incredibly hard to complete their assessments, showcasing everything they have learned so far this year. Our school value of Hope shone through, as the children tried their very best and showed real perseverance.
In Collective Worship, we explored the jobs robots can do and imagined the jobs we might like them to do for us. This led to a thoughtful discussion about our own uniqueness and the incredible skills we each have that can never be replaced.
In RE, we took a closer look at the Easter Story and discovered that there are several moments where people either stay loyal to Jesus or let him down. While Judas’ betrayal is the most well-known, the children were able to recognise other examples of trust, fear, loyalty, and forgiveness throughout the story.
To celebrate British Science Week, with its theme of curiosity, we investigated how volcanic eruptions work. Using vinegar and bicarbonate of soda, the children created their own erupting volcanoes.
History lessons involved reflecting on key events that led to the rise of Christianity in Britain. Art sessions explored how to reflect, rotate, and create symmetrical patterns.
PE included developing netball footwork skills and finding some tranquillity through yoga.
Across the week, we also focused on brain awareness by learning just how powerful our brains are, how to look after them, and how TSP thinking tools can support us in our learning.
We hope you have a wonderful weekend and a special Mother's day! We look forward to seeing you again on Monday.
Reminders:
- Thursday 19th March – Trip to British Gymnastics
Date: 6th Mar 2026 @ 10:41am
What a fantastic week we have had, full of laughter, adventure and sunshine!
This week, we set out on our school trip the Museum of Liverpool. Here, we explored the Little Liverpool exhibition allowing us, through an interactive workshop, to explore the Liverpool Docks and leave facts about Liverpool that even the grown-ups didn’t know! After, we explore a range of old toys from the past and present. We compared what they were made of and how they moved. It was great to see the vast range of toys from the past, from the Victorian era and how they have changed over time. It was truly a fantastic day, and the children, as always, were a credit to themselves.
We also marked World Book Day this week, and although it looked a bit different without the costumes, it didn’t stop us having fun. In Year 2 we celebrated with a ‘Book Café’. We started the morning by completing activities off the menu, ranging from reading a funny story, to creating a new ending and drawing and describing their favourite characters. After, we designed a voucher for the book token competition before doing a bit of book tasting as a class. Who knew poetry books would be such a hit! Of course, throughout the day, we had a range of delicious treats, as it wouldn’t be a café without delicious snacks!
In Maths and English, we have been completing out Maths assessments to help us understand where each child is up to. The children have shown great resilience in their assessments and have persevered even when the questions have been tricky! Next week, we will finish off our assessments before moving onto the next part of length and descriptive sentences.
In PE we continued to show off our super team work skills in both our Dance and Invasion game topics. The children focused this week on the secret garden, balancing and moving to a beat of 8 in dance, whilst playing an enthusiastic dodgeball game in our invasion games. Well done, everyone!
In RE we continued to look at the Easter story, and this week, we focused on the Palm Leaf and its why it is an importance to Christians. We learnt that it is one of the first symbols in Easter and refers to Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. The children loved discovering the importance before acting out Jesus entry as a class.
Reminders
- PE Days continue to be on a Monday and Friday. Please can children attend school in their PE uniforms on these days.
- Please can we ask that all children bring a water bottle to school to ensure virus spread is kept to a minimum.
Date: 5th Mar 2026 @ 7:31pm
What a fun and exciting week it’s been in Year 1!
In Maths, we continued building on our place value learning from last week. This time we worked with numbers from 20 to 50, practising our counting and becoming more confident with larger numbers. We also developed our partitioning skills, breaking numbers up into tens and ones. Using Base 10 resources really helped us to see how numbers are made and supported our understanding. The children did a fantastic job explaining their thinking and showing how they know how many tens and ones are in a number.
In English, we worked hard on developing our descriptive writing. Using our new story as inspiration, we practised writing sentences that describe what is happening in more detail. We focused on using the word “and” to join phrases together and make our sentences longer and more interesting. The children came up with some wonderful ideas and showed great imagination in their writing.
In Geography, we continued learning about life on the farm. This week we discovered more about how animals are looked after, learning about pig sties and chicken coops. The children enjoyed discussing why animals need different types of homes and how farmers care for them.
It was also an extra special week because we celebrated World Book Day! We were lucky enough to take part in a fantastic dance lesson, moving and grooving to “I Want to Be Like You” from The Jungle Book. We were so impressed by everyone’s brilliant listening skills and enthusiastic dancing. The monkey-like moves and wonderful partner work were definitely a highlight! We had a Matilda-themed day, which was so much fun. One of our favourite activities was making mini chocolate cakes to recreate the famous chocolate cake scene. The children loved acting out their favourite moments while enjoying their delicious creations. It was such a joyful way to celebrate our love of stories and books.
Date: 5th Mar 2026 @ 7:29pm
What an exciting week it has been in Nursery!
When we arrived in class on Monday, we discovered a mysterious bag waiting for us. Inside we found a very large shirt, waistcoat, tie, belt and enormous boots! There was also a bag of beans, some gold coins, and even a golden egg. The children were full of curiosity as we wondered who these giant-sized clothes could belong to. Our mystery was soon solved when we discovered the story of ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’.
As we read the story together, we learned all about how Jack traded the cow for magic beans, and how the beanstalk grew and grew and grew all the way up into the clouds! When we heard the giant’s famous words, “Fee, fie, fo, fum!” we realised that the giant must have been the owner of the huge clothes we found. This sparked wonderful conversations about size, and inspired us to think about things that are big, bigger and enormous.
Our Home Corner was quickly transformed into the giant’s castle, where we made some of our everyday objects much bigger to match the giant’s world. The children loved imagining what it would be like to live in a castle high above the clouds.
In our Small World area, we worked together to create an enormous beanstalk that stretched up through the clouds and almost touched the ceiling! With characters and magic beans to play with, the children have thoroughly enjoyed retelling the story and acting out their favourite moments.
Our Funky Fingers activity focused on building our own beanstalks. Using pipe cleaners, green cereal hoops and leaves, the children carefully threaded and created tall beanstalks. We then used a measuring tape to compare sizes and talk about which beanstalk was taller or shorter.
Our Maths tray also continued the beanstalk theme. The children matched and compared quantities, using the beanstalk to help them visualise different amounts. It certainly felt like our whole classroom had become a wonderful world of beanstalks!
During our Early Listening sessions, we practiced using describing words to identify different objects, and also listened carefully as we matched instruments to their sounds. We have continued developing our awareness of syllables, clapping the beats in words, and the children are becoming increasingly confident with this skill.
In Maths, we recapped the numbers we have learned so far and were excited to move on to exploring the number six this week.
Thursday, we celebrated the wonderful World Book Day. The children loved coming into class with their favourite book and cuddly toy to share. We began the morning by joining with Reception class for a character scavenger hunt, searching for different story characters around our outdoor environment. Once we found them, we had to match each character to the correct book before gathering in small groups to listen to the story together. It was such an exciting and interesting way to start the day.
Back in our classroom, the children enjoyed sharing their own books and some even took turns sitting on the big chair and becoming the teacher, reading their stories to their friends. Throughout the day we read with our teachers and friends and shared our thoughts about our books as well as talk about all the different places we like to read. I have to say, some of the suggestions were very amusing!
We ended the week by reflecting on all the books we have enjoyed and the learning we have done in class so far this year.
What a fantastic week of learning, listening, storytelling and sharing our ideas together!
Warm wishes,
Mrs Grayson and the Nursery team
Date: 5th Mar 2026 @ 6:17pm
What a week we have had in the Year 6 classroom!
In Maths, we have been working with coordinates across all four quadrants, accurately plotting and identifying points on a grid. The children applied this knowledge through a range of problem-solving and reasoning challenges, where they had to interpret coordinates, follow clues and explain their thinking. We also explored nets of 3D shapes, investigating which nets would successfully fold to create different solids and justifying our answers. These tasks encouraged the children to use their spatial reasoning and mathematical thinking to solve increasingly challenging problems.
In English, we completed an interesting reading comprehension about carnivorous plants, using the text to develop our inference and retrieval skills whilst learning lots of new vocabulary along the way. We also continued to practise and refine our SPaG knowledge, focusing on applying correct grammar and punctuation in our written work.
However, the highlight of the week was undoubtedly World Book Day, where the children enjoyed celebrating their love of reading and sharing their favourite books with one another. It really was a fantastic celebration of reading for Year 6. In the morning, the children took part in a library book hunt, following a series of clues to locate different books and match them correctly. Later in the day, we joined in with an illustrator activity led by Rob Biddulph, learning how to draw a dinosaur step by step as well as tackling some fun book-themed Maths questions. We also spent time with our Reception buddies, reading the books they had chosen and sharing stories together. To round off the day, the class enjoyed a lively dance workshop inspired by The Wizard of Oz and Wicked, where everyone joined in with the moves - even those who don’t usually see themselves as dancers!
There was plenty more to celebrate in Year 6 this week, with some of the children achieving medallist positions at the recent Swimming Gala. We were also incredibly proud to be crowned winners of the Indoor Athletics competition at Greenbank High School, where all the children involved represented the school brilliantly. The children showed fantastic determination, teamwork and resilience throughout, making it a wonderful achievement for everyone involved.
In our Collective Worship, we also took time to reflect on the many achievements we have celebrated so far this year. It was a wonderful opportunity for the children to recognise their hard work, resilience and successes, both in and out of the classroom, and to think about how they can continue to shine in the weeks ahead.
Well done, Year 6, on an excellent week! We hope everyone enjoys a well-earned and relaxing weekend and we look forward to another great week of learning ahead.
Reminders:
-Year 6 PE lessons will continue to take place on Wednesdays (swimming) and Thursdays each week for this half term.
-Spellings have been shared on Google Classroom and the children will be tested next Friday (13th).
-Maths and English homework has been set as normal via either the SATs Companion platform or sent home in books. This is due to be completed on or before next Wednesday (11th).
Date: 5th Mar 2026 @ 4:25pm
Year 5 have continued to work incredibly hard this week, while also enjoying plenty of fun and exciting activities. We are so proud of the determination and positive attitudes shown throughout everything we have done.
This week, the children completed their Spelling, Grammar, and Reading assessments. They approached each task with resilience and focus, and it has been wonderful to see just how much progress they are making. Well done to all! Your effort is truly paying off!
In Maths, we learned all about percentages and what they mean as parts out of 100. We practised matching percentages with their equivalent fractions and decimals. We also started working with decimals up to the thousandths.
In RE, we explored the meaning of victory. The children shared thoughtful ideas about what it takes to be victorious and reflected on how these qualities link to our school and Christian values. Our discussions were insightful and showed great maturity.
In History, we began our new topic by creating a huge timeline of major historical events outside. The children recalled the difference between BC and AD brilliantly. We then began investigating the Ancient Greeks, exploring when their civilisation existed and why they are such an important part of world history. We are very excited to learn more about how they have influenced the world we live in today.
Thursday was a real highlight as we celebrated World Book Day! Year 5 created a stunning classroom display inspired by How to Live Forever by Colin Thompson. We also took part in a fantastic dance workshop, learning a routine to songs from Wicked. The room was full of smiles, energy, and laughter!
A huge congratulations to the TSP Swimming Gala team, who returned to school with an amazing collection of medals and a shield. We are incredibly proud of your achievements and brilliant team spirit!
To end the week, a group of children represented the school at the Athletics Tournament at Greenbank High School on Friday morning. They demonstrated superb sportsmanship and enthusiasm throughout, coming back with more gold medals and being crowned the overall winners! Well done to everyone involved!
Reminders:
- Monday 9th March- LFC Academy tournament (selected children)
- Thursday 12th March- Y5 Forest school (Children need to bring wellies/ old trainers and coats)
- Thursday 12th March- Mothers Day present room
- Tuesday 17th March- Mere Sands Trip
Date: 5th Mar 2026 @ 11:51am
In English, we have been learning all about the features of a whale using the text Big Blue Whale. The children loved discovering new facts and then using them to inspire their own writing. We especially enjoyed creating our own similes to describe whales, for example comparing their tails, size, and movements to familiar objects. The children produced some fantastic descriptive ideas!
In RE, we explored the story of Good Friday and discussed why it is called 'good', even though it tells a sad part of the Easter story. We had thoughtful conversations about how people may have different views and how Christians mark this day through reflection, church services and acts of remembrance.
This week in Maths we focused on perimeter. To deepen our understanding, we took our learning outside and measured the perimeter of different shapes in the playground.
Taking our learning outside with rulers and great teamwork, the class worked brilliantly to calculate the total distance around each shape.
World Book Day was truly fabulous in Year 3! Our classroom transformed into a magical chocolate factory, inspired by our class novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. We decorated our door as a giant Wonka Bar, designed our own unique chocolate creations, Even made our very own chocolate bars to take home! We also enjoyed an energetic Matilda‑themed dance session.
In Science, we learned about Charles Darwin and how scientists study animals and their adaptations. Then, the children became inventors, creating their own imaginary creatures!
They thought carefully about, habitat, features and adaptations and how their creature survives.
Reminders:
- Mother’s Day Present Room – Thursday 12th March.
Date: 4th Mar 2026 @ 2:26pm
What a lovely week we have had in Reception!
We have been so busy learning new things and having so much fun together. The children continue to amaze us with their hard work and determination—especially in Phonics. They are doing so well, and we are incredibly proud of each and every one of them.
In RE, we learned that Jesus told important stories called parables. These special stories, which can be found in the Bible, were told by Jesus to teach people about God and how to live good, loving lives. The children enjoyed talking about why stories are important and thinking about what these parables might teach us today. The children enjoyed Listening to the story ‘The Wise and Foolish Builder’.
In Maths, we have been exploring different representations of 9 and 10. The children have been comparing amounts by lining objects up and using one-to-one correspondence. Through this, they are developing a solid understanding of equivalence and non-equivalence, recognising when sets have more, fewer, or the same number of items. We have also been strengthening our conceptual subitising skills, learning to see smaller groups within a number to recognise totals up to 10. This important skill helps children build strong mental images for addition and subtraction, supporting them as they begin to move beyond counting on and back.
As part of our theme, ‘Safari Animals’, we explored animals that live in North America and learned about their habitats. The children loved discovering how different environments support different creatures. We are now very excited about our upcoming trip to Knowsley Safari Park, where we can spot even more fascinating animals in real life!
On Thursday we celebrated World Book Day. Although we didn’t dress up this year, the children absolutely loved bringing in their favourite storybooks and cuddly toys. They enjoyed sharing their books with friends and talking about why those stories are special to them. We also went on a story character scavenger hunt outdoors and spent time with our Year 6 buddies reading stories and making bookmarks. What a wonderful day it was!
It has truly been a special week in Reception.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support at home. We are very much looking forward to our class trip next week.
Mrs Molloy and Mrs Bevin
Date: 4th Mar 2026 @ 1:47pm
World Book Day and our very first clarinet lessons have all added to a great week in Year 4.
On Monday, we were introduced to our new musical instruments, and Mrs McCardle talked us through the different parts of the clarinet and how sound is made using the wooden reed in the mouthpiece. She showed us how to assemble each section and how to blow correctly to produce a clear note.
Reflecting on the moments of trust and betrayal we explored in popular children’s films last week, we used this understanding to identify where these themes appear in the Easter story. We recognised that Jesus trusted his disciples and they trusted him, yet he was betrayed to the Roman authorities by Judas.
After thinking about the daily chores carried out by the villagers in Moana, we began writing diary entries to describe their everyday lives. Each paragraph started with a fronted adverbial to show the time of day, and we challenged ourselves to include some of last week’s STAR Vocab. Next week, we will move on to writing speech and revisiting the rules for using inverted commas.
In Maths, we have been recalling what a fraction is, the importance of equal parts, and how to find fractions of shapes. Next week, we will be converting improper fractions to whole numbers and identifying equivalent fractions.
World Book Day was jam‑packed, but some highlights included creating a Willy Wonka–inspired book door to welcome readers into our classroom. We sampled Wonka’s new invention, Sparkle Juice (lemonade with edible glitter), and recorded the effects of our tasting. The children used Book Collector Cards to share their reading experiences and reflect on how different books made them feel. We also joined draw‑along videos to sketch Julia Donaldson characters with guidance from illustrator Axel Scheffler.
This week, Art involved exploring three pattern styles to represent animal skin and fur, and we chose the best fits for tiger stripes and lizard scales. In History, we learned about the discoveries at the Sutton Hoo burial site and what they reveal about early Anglo‑Saxon life. Spanish lessons focused on practising phrases for facial features as we continue to build simple descriptions.
What a week, Year 4! Have a restful weekend and we look forward to seeing you all on Monday.
Reminders:
- Clarinets to be brought to school on Monday for our next clarinet lesson.
- Parent briefing for the Year 4 Multiplication Check will take place at 3:30pm on Tuesday 10th March in the Year 4 classroom.
- Mother’s Day Present Room – Thursday 12th March.
Date: 27th Feb 2026 @ 1:51pm
We were delighted to welcome back a well-rested Year 5 on Monday following our half term break - it was fantastic to see everyone again! As always, we began the week by sharing our experiences from the holiday, and it was lovely to hear about all the different activities, trips and special moments the children enjoyed. As the week progressed, we also spent time getting used to our new shoulder partners and table partners in class. This is always an important part of a new half term, helping us to build confidence, develop teamwork and strengthen our classroom community.
In Maths, our focus has been on revising missing angles. We have been applying our knowledge of angles around a point, angles on a straight line and vertically opposite angles. The children have shown great confidence in explaining their reasoning and justifying their answers. To support our revision, we all enjoyed a lively game of Guardians of Mathematica, which brought plenty of energy and excitement to our learning. Alongside this, we completed retrieval quizzes and quick-fire games to help consolidate key skills and ensure our knowledge stays sharp.
In English this week, we completed a comical comprehension based on what must surely be the world’s worst teacher - Mr Snide! The children thoroughly enjoyed exploring the exaggerated character and his outrageous behaviour, using evidence from the text to justify their answers. We focused on retrieval, inference and explaining our reasoning clearly, ensuring that responses were supported with precise references. There were plenty of laughs along the way, but also some excellent, thoughtful analysis.
As part of Collective Worship, we engaged in a thoughtful Big Question discussion centred on outer space exploration and discovery. The children explored ideas about the vastness of the universe, human curiosity and the reasons why people are driven to explore beyond our world. This linked closely to our religious and spiritual learning, encouraging pupils to reflect on awe and wonder, and to consider how discoveries in space can inspire deeper questions about creation, purpose and our place in the world.
A really excellent and exciting week to begin this new half term. The weekend now awaits and we will see you all on Monday. Enjoy!
Reminders:
-Year 6 PE lessons will take place on Wednesdays (swimming) and Thursdays each week for this half term.
-Spellings have been shared on Google Classroom and the children will be tested next Friday (6th).
-Maths and English homework has been set as normal via either the SATs Companion platform or sent home in books. This is due to be completed on or before next Wednesday (4th).
-A polite reminder that the correct PE uniform should be worn: Charcoal ‘V’ neck grey sweat shirt with school logo, charcoal grey jogging pants or black shorts, white T shirt or white polo shirt, black pumps or suitable trainers. Further information regarding uniform can be found on the school website.
Date: 26th Feb 2026 @ 10:03pm
What a fantastic – and very busy – first week back after the half‑term break! The children have returned full of energy and enthusiasm, and it’s been wonderful to see them diving straight into our new topics across the curriculum.
In English, we have begun our new unit on biographies. To get us started, we explored The Darkest Dark, a beautifully illustrated book about the early life of astronaut Chris Hadfield. We used our writing skills to create vivid setting descriptions of the places where Chris grew up, imagining his childhood home and the world around him. The children also wrote a paragraph about his early life, describing how he was fascinated by space from a very young age—even though he was afraid of the dark! We are excited to continue reading and find out more about how Chris overcame his fears and followed his dreams all the way into space.
In maths, we have been developing our understanding of equivalent fractions and decimals, focusing particularly on tenths and hundredths.The children used a variety of practical maths equipment to help them visualise the relationships between fractions and decimals. They also enjoyed practising these skills through different games and challenges, helping them build fluency and confidence in comparing and converting between the two.
Our new RE topic began this week with a thoughtful exploration of why Christians believe Easter represents victory. We looked at different versions of the Resurrection story from the four Gospels and discussed how it might have felt to witness the events following Jesus’ resurrection. The children shared some very reflective and mature ideas.
On Wednesday, some of our Year 5 children joined Year 6 at the swimming pool for the swimming gala trials. Everyone tried their absolute best, and we were incredibly proud of their effort, determination and teamwork. A huge congratulations to the children who were selected to represent the school next week!
Thursday brought plenty of rain—but that didn’t stop us heading outside for our outdoor learning session! The children were tasked with finding as many different species of minibeasts and plants as they could around the school grounds. Using iPads, they documented their discoveries and used identification tools to learn more about the species they found. Despite the weather, the children had a brilliant time and showed fantastic curiosity and resilience.
What a wonderful start to the half-term! We’re looking forward to all the exciting learning still to come.
Reminders for next week
- World Book Day- Thursday 5th March. Children are to come to school in PE kits.
- Swimming Gala (selected children)- Thursday 5th March, 9.15am- 11.30am @ Crosby Pool
- Y5&6 Sports Hall Athletics tournament @ Greenbank (selected children)- Friday 6th March, 9.45am-12pm
Coming up: Y5 trip to Mere Sands- Tuesday 17th March
Date: 26th Feb 2026 @ 4:07pm
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Welcome back! We hope you all had a lovely half term break.
In RE we studied the Easter Story, focusing on the different emotions shown throughout the events. The children worked in groups to create timelines and added emotional responses underneath each key moment. Their empathy and teamwork were lovely to see.
We have really enjoyed starting two new books this week: The Morning I Met a Whale by Michael Morpurgo and Big Blue Whale by Nicola Davies. The children made thoughtful predictions about the stories and explored fascinating facts about whales. We then used all our new knowledge to write a letter to Sir David Attenborough, asking for his expertise and sharing what we’ve learned so far. The enthusiasm was amazing!
In Maths, our focus has been on measurement. We took our learning outside to measure in millimetres (mm), centimetres (cm), and metres (m). The children worked brilliantly in teams to measure different objects and distances around the school grounds.
In Geography, we began our new topic on the River Nile. The class located it on a map, discovered which countries it travels through, and found out just how long this famous river really is. Lots of excellent map-work and great geographical questioning!
In Design and Technology, we started exploring pneumatics. The children loved investigating what they are, how they work, and thinking about where we see pneumatics used in real-life objects. Exciting things to come as we build our own!
This week we were treated to a wonderful yoga session with Active Sefton. The children enjoyed practising calming stretches, balance poses, and relaxation techniques. A lovely way to stay active and mindful.
Reminders:
PE days are Tuesday and Wednesday.
Date: 26th Feb 2026 @ 1:14pm
What a fantastic first week back!
In RE, we began exploring the themes of trust and betrayal as a foundation for understanding how these ideas appear in the Easter story. Before looking at the biblical events, we discussed what the two terms mean and watched clips from popular children’s films to help us recognise these concepts in action. The children identified moments such as Wendy placing her trust in Peter Pan when taking her first flight, and Lotso’s betrayal of Woody in Toy Story 3.
During Collective Worship, we learned about Ramadan and reflected on the values of self‑discipline and self‑control. The children took part in small challenges designed to test their ability to stay focused, resist temptation and think about how Muslims show commitment during this special month.
In Maths, we had great fun creating our own Peri the Snail, who helped us measure perimeter by “slithering” around the edges of shapes and leaving a trail to count. We explored kilometres, perimeter on a grid, the perimeter of rectangles and the perimeter of rectilinear shapes. Next week, we will move on to equivalent fractions, counting in fractions and beginning to calculate with them.
In English, we revealed our new text for the term: When the Giant Stirred. Using two different versions of the front cover, we made predictions about the setting, characters and plot. We also explored rich vocabulary and used expanded noun phrases to describe topic‑specific nouns such as macaws, loggerhead sea turtles and the Pacific Ocean. Next week, we will use scenes from Moana to help us understand the roles and responsibilities of villagers and begin writing diary entries using fronted adverbials to describe daily life in a tribal village.
Teamwork played a big part in our art sessions this week. One activity involved holding a peg instead of a pencil and working together to guide the pen, while another required one partner to describe a drawing while the other, blindfolded, attempted to recreate it. These activities encouraged communication, patience and collaboration.
We welcomed James from Active Sefton, who led a calming yoga session in our PE lesson this week. The children enjoyed stretching slowly and learning how mindful movement can help relax both the body and the mind.
In History, we learned about the push and pull factors that encouraged the Anglo‑Saxons to invade Britain. The children explored why life in their homelands pushed them to leave, such as poor farming conditions, and what pulled them towards Britain, including better land and new opportunities. We also compared these reasons to why people might move to a new place today.
During Guided Reading, we studied a rainforest poem and created a five‑point summary to capture the key ideas. The children used inference skills to work out the poet’s message and discussed how descriptive language helped build the atmosphere of the rainforest.
Reminders:
- If your child would like to take their clarinet home after their weekly Music lesson, please email permission to y4@tsp.allsaintsmat.org.
- Multiplication Tables Check practice resources are available on Google Classroom, along with optional Maths and Reading activities.
- PE days this term are Tuesday and Friday.
Date: 25th Feb 2026 @ 8:13pm
What a fabulous start to this half term! We returned with smiley faces and great excitement to discover that our Nursery room looked a little different as we began celebrating Chinese New Year. The children were full of curiosity as we learned that it is the Year of the Horse and discovered the story of how each year is named after a particular animal. We loved sharing what we already knew and delving deeper into this very special celebration.
Our week was filled with creative experiences. We made hobby horses, colourful dragon dance-bands and even enjoyed a very tasty banquet together, complete with our own self-made tablecloth and traditional music playing in the background. To finish our celebrations, we took part in a wonderful group dragon dance, moving carefully together to the music and using instruments to create a truly joyful atmosphere. We even learned how to say “Happy New Year” in Chinese — Kung Hey Fat Choi!
We have also been incredibly lucky with the wonderful ‘spring-like’ weather this week. The warmer weather has brought such joy to our outdoor learning, and the children have thoroughly enjoyed spending extended time outside. From running, balancing and climbing to imaginative games and collaborative play, the outdoor area has been full of laughter and energy. The brighter days have certainly lifted our spirits and added an extra sparkle to our learning.
In Maths, we explored the number five in greater depth. Using Numicon, we investigated the different ways to make five, helping us to see number combinations in a practical, hands-on way. The children enjoyed spotting patterns and proudly shared their mathematical thinking.
During Early Listening sessions, we shared traditional Chinese stories and extended our vocabulary by using describing words to talk about different animals. We also explored syllables, clapping out beats in words and listening carefully to the sounds we could hear.
Our continuous provision areas have been full of wonder and imagination. In the water tray, we used straws to power our own long boat races, experimenting with breath control and teamwork. Our small world area transformed into a panda habitat, where we learned fascinating facts about this special animal from China and created our own simple storylines. The home corner has been buzzing with Chinese-inspired food, and the children particularly enjoyed practicing their fine motor skills by trying to use chopsticks!
In Forest School, we searched for signs of spring and were delighted to discover new shoots, buds and beautiful spring flowers beginning to bloom. We spotted crocuses, snowdrops and daffodils, noticing the variety of colours appearing around us — a lovely reminder that a new season is on its way.
It has truly been a joyful and enriching start to the half term, filled with celebration, exploration and new learning. We wish you all a splendid weekend and encourage you to keep your eyes peeled for further signs of spring when you are out and about.
Warm wishes,
Mrs Grayson and the Nursery team
Date: 25th Feb 2026 @ 6:28pm
What a fantastic week it’s been in Year 1. It has been wonderful to welcome you all back to school after a well deserved break!
In Maths, we turned our attention to place value, working with numbers greater than 20. The children explored how numbers are made up of tens and ones and practised representing them in different ways. We talked about how quickly and easily we can fill ten frames to help us count larger numbers with confidence. One of our favourite activities this week was playing Race to 50! The excitement in the classroom was brilliant, and it was a fantastic way to put our place value knowledge into action.
In English, we began a brand-new story featuring a very mysterious main character. The children became detectives, hunting for clues throughout the week to work out who (or what!) it could be. There were lots of thoughtful guesses and brilliant discussions, and by the end of the week we discovered that a curious woolly mammoth was on the loose! Some of us guessed correctly on the very first day – super stars!
In Geography, we started our new topic all about life on the farm. We learned about the different types of produce that farms grow and rear, and the children enjoyed sharing their own experiences of visiting farms or seeing farm animals. We’re excited to continue exploring where our food comes from.
In RE, we began learning about spring and how it represents new life. The children were set a special challenge to look for signs of spring around them. We made some lovely discoveries in the playground, in our gardens at home, and even on our walks to school. From blossom on trees to brighter mornings and new flowers blooming, the children were fantastic at spotting the changes around them. I was so impressed with their enthusiasm and keen observation skills!
Well done, Year 1, for another week of hard work and brilliant learning. Keep shining!
Date: 25th Feb 2026 @ 10:19am
What a wonderful first week back for you and me!
In Maths this week, we focused on measurement. We looked at measuring the height and length of objects, to the nearest cm or m, in and out the classroom. After, we compared different lengths, focusing on using the mathematical language of longer, taller and shorter. Next week, we will focus on mass measuring the weight of various items.
In English, we did some work around old toys in preparation for our new book ‘Major Glad and Major Dizzy’. We started the week by exploring a range of toys from the past and deciding who they might belong to and how they might link to our story using the front cover as support. After, we used our own toys as props, using a range of adjectives and conjunctions to describe them. Next week, we will continue to look at conjunctions and adjectives and how they can make our work more interesting.
This week, we started our Read Write Inc Spelling Practice. Here, children will complete a series of activities in class and will take home a log and learn book. In here, they will have chosen their own words to practise based on the work completed in class. A message with more information will be sent at the start of next week.
In RE we focused on our new topic, The Easter Story. We started my looking at the start of the Easter story and how Jesus entered Jerusalem. We developed this story through role play – the children were excellent – as always!
In History, we started our new topic on the Three Queens. Here we focused on identifying the three queens and where they fit into the timeline of events and in relation to each other. The children were great history detectives here, and were able to place them in the correct order whilst identifying key historical events from each era.
Thank you, Year 2 for making my first week back so magical!
Reminders
- Our school Trip is next Wednesday, we will be leaving promptly at 9:00 due to our first session being at 10:15. Please be prompt arriving next week.
- Our PE days continue to be on a Monday and Friday.
Date: 24th Feb 2026 @ 4:58pm
Welcome back, everyone!
We hope you all had a wonderful half term break. It’s lovely to see the children return refreshed and ready for an exciting new half term as we enjoy brighter days and lighter nights.
This week, we have picked up our phonics sessions, and the children continue to work incredibly hard. We really do appreciate all of the support you give at home—thank you! Please remember to check Tapestry regularly for updates and new learning videos to help reinforce what we are practising in school.
In Maths, the children have been building on their prior understanding of length and are now exploring height. They have been using key mathematical vocabulary such as tallest, shortest, taller and shorter to compare objects. We have also continued developing children’s awareness of simple time differences. Building on their understanding of day and night, they are now beginning to talk about time in more detail, using simple strategies to discuss, order and sequence events.
As part of Forest School, the children visited the site and revisited our important rules, including our calling sound and sitting circle routine. They enjoyed spotting seasonal changes—such as new spring flowers—and took part in “listening moments” to notice what they could hear and see in the environment. A big thank you to Mrs Bevin, who leads these sessions so wonderfully each week.
We have also launched our brand-new theme: ‘Animals from Around the World’. We began by learning about animals that live in Africa, exploring habitats and locating Africa on a world map. The children were fascinated and asked lots of brilliant questions—this is already shaping up to be a lovely topic! We are also very excited about our upcoming trip to Knowsley Safari Park in a few weeks’ time.
Thank you, as always, for your continued help and support.
We hope you all have a lovely weekend!
Mrs Molloy and Mrs Bevin
Date: 12th Feb 2026 @ 12:07pm
What a fantastic week to round off this half term! The weeks have flown by and we have so much to be proud of and grateful for. It has been wonderful to see the children’s hard work, enthusiasm and continued progress across all areas of their learning.
On Tuesday, Mr McCabe was warmly welcomed back from paternity leave. The children were eager to share their news from the past fortnight and have been shown plenty of baby photos and updates from home too.
In Maths, the children have been completing practice assessment papers and working carefully through the questions. We have begun reviewing the papers together, allowing pupils to reflect on their answers, celebrate their successes and identify areas for further development. It has been encouraging to see their growing confidence and resilience as they prepare for the months ahead. There has also been plenty of time for games, including a lively Maths gameshow and a themed Maths Challenge quiz, which the children thoroughly enjoyed while reinforcing their learning in a fun and engaging way.
In English, the children shifted roles and had the chance to mark and review a completed reading comprehension. Alongside this, we have focused on speedy SPaG revision to keep key grammar, punctuation and spelling skills sharp. The children also completed a back-to-back spelling game, showing great concentration and determination as they practised and applied their spelling knowledge alongside a friend.
Being Children’s Mental Health Week, the children had the opportunity to explore the question, "How important is it to be kind to your mind?" Year 6 reflected on strategies to care for their mental health, manage emotions and consider the positive impact of kindness to themselves and others.
This week, two of our Year 6 pupils showed fantastic initiative by organising a Valentine’s cake sale to raise money for Alder Hey. Thanks to their hard work and the generosity of our school community, the event was a great success. We are incredibly proud of their kindness, leadership and commitment to supporting such a worthwhile cause. Well done to everyone who contributed!
In RE this week, the children have completed their unit on the Eucharist. They explored key questions to assess their knowledge and understanding, reflecting thoughtfully on the significance of this sacrament. Pupils engaged in meaningful discussions, demonstrating respect for different viewpoints and a growing understanding of the concepts covered.
So, another half term passes by and a well-earned break awaits this hardworking class. Enjoy the time off and I look forward to seeing you all refreshed and ready in a week’s time!
Reminders:
-A list of spelling words and rules most frequently used in Year 6 spellings has been uploaded to Google Classroom for children to practise.
-During the break, some Maths and English homework revision tasks have been set via the SATs Companion platform or sent home in books.