Year 6 have been investigating bridges this week. They began the week by looking at bridge structures and exploring their features. They then created a range of different-shaped beams which they tested to find out which could hold the most weight. The children used their knowledge of trusses to improve their bridge designs and increase their sturdiness. Year 6 have had an amazing week of investigating, designing and modelling and we are very impressed with their final products.
We brought our STEM week to a close with a fantastic whole school showcase of all the work that has been going on in and around school this week.
Our children have thoroughly enjoyed this creative week and it was evident from their explanations during the assembly how much knowledge they have gained from this week.
Year 5 have worked in groups this week to make carousels! They designed their merry-go-rounds then made the circuit that would make it move. They used a range of equipment such as hacksaws, vices and secateurs to make the frame. Finally, they personalised their carousels with their own designs. The finished products are fantastic and all fit the brief of moving in a circular motion. Some groups experimented further with changing the speed and direction. Well done!
Our STEM Week kicked off with a bang!
Congratulations to our A Team who won the High 5 School Games South Tyneside Finals. Not only did they win all their games, they were excellent team players and exceptionally well-behaved. Well done!
This week we had a visit from Evie and Beth who are students at Newcastle University. Evie is currently studying Maths and Beth studies Civil Engineering. The pair delivered an assembly to all of our KS2 children which focused on how the world began and its development through time. The assembly included lots of exciting experiments which the children thoroughly enjoyed.
All children had a great time and we would like to thank Newcastle University for providing us with such an enriching experience.
Science Club got off to to bang today or should we say cluck!
The children are looking forward to next week’s session.
Pupils in reception enjoyed Mr Bennett popping into to work with them on their phonics this morning. Mr Bennett was so impressed by the focus and enthusiasm from all children.
