Class 1 What a fantastic few days we have had in Class 1! We have spent lots of time exploring inside and out - thankfully the weather has meant lots of practice on the new trim trail and climbing equipment, our huge new chalk board has been in action and the sand pit has been busy as always. It has been lovely to see how kind and caring our children are: welcoming new friends; taking turns; playing together and working as a team. We have shared stories, enjoyed snack, sung songs, celebrated friends' successes (swimming, horse riding, first time on a plane), worked on our self-portraits and made sand smoothies. Well done, everyone!

Class 2 The Year 1’s have settled quickly into their new classroom and the Year 2’s have positively supported them in doing so. The highlights this week have been playing on the trim trail and the daily mile. We have enjoyed our circle times about holiday news and feelings. We've shared out class jobs and roles and have enjoyed bonding as a class in the provision, at playtime and during some lessons. A super start to the new year, well done Class 2!

Class 3 have got off to a busy start this week. We have settled in and have done lots of exciting activities. We have thought about our class rules and created posters for these. We have also carried out our first Science investigation to find out which surface made the ball roll the quickest. We have also written some poetry about the things we did and didn't do in the holidays. There were some very creative responses. Amazing work everyone and well done on such a great start to the year! Class 4 It has been fantastic to welcome

Class 4 children back to school this week. They have all returned with big smiles on their faces and great enthusiasm for learning. Everyone is feeling settled and relaxed in their new routines, classes and friendships. The children have already shown what amazing buddies they are when helping both nursery and reception children at lunchtimes and in the playground. I have witnessed such caring, positive, patient and kind attitudes towards the younger ones. We have been busy thinking about our class rules, so everyone is safe and happy at school. In PSHE, we have been learning about 'Collaboration' and what makes us successful collaborators. In computing, we have been recapping how to stay safe online and refreshing our memories about rules to follow which help us to be fair to others and keep everyone safe. A great start Class 4, have a lovely weekend!