Next Week In English next week, we will be looking at a variety of features from newspaper reports. Next week in maths, we will be exploring shape, ratios and percentages as well as interpreting data from graphs. Other Notes We are taking part in The Big Pedal this year which runs from the 20th-31st of...Read More
Thinking back to our topic World War II, for your next homework project we would like you to create a game involving all the facts and knowledge you have learnt about this part of history over this term. It could be a board game, a card game, a game on scratch, memory game…anything! It can...Read More
Thinking back to our topic World War II, for your next homework project we would like you to create a game involving all the facts and knowledge you have learnt about this part of history over this term. It could be a board game, a card game, a game on scratch, memory game…anything! It can...Read More
Next Week We will be drafting and writing our own stories set in the Second World War We will be continuing our work on fractions Other Notes We will be visiting Eden Camp next Wednesday. Please make sure you bring a packed lunch, some water and that you wear suitable shoes and a coat! It...Read More
Next Week in Class 5 Next week in English we will be writing a leaflet about Eden Camp, after our visit on Wednesday. In our topic lesson we will be looking at a newspaper report on a bombing in York during World War Two. In our Science lesson next week, we will design our own game linked...Read More
Thinking back to our topic World War II, for your next homework project we would like you to create a game involving all the facts and knowledge you have learnt about this part of history over this term. It could be a board game, a card game, a game on scratch, memory game…anything! It can...Read More
Thinking back to our topic World War II, for your next homework project we would like you to create a game involving all the facts and knowledge you have learnt about this part of history over this term. It could be a board game, a card game, a game on scratch, memory game…anything! It can...Read More
Thinking back to our topic World War II, for your next homework project we would like you to create a game involving all the facts and knowledge you have learnt about this part of history over this term. It could be a board game, a card game, a game on scratch, memory game…anything! It can...Read More
Next Week in Class 6 Next week in English we will be writing a leaflet about Eden Camp, after our visit on Wednesday. In our topic lesson we will complete our write-up on Purple Mash about bombing in York in World War Two. In our Science lesson next week, we will review our learning on magnets and forces....Read More
Whilst Year 4 went out to the theatre for their ‘Play in a Day’, Year 3 children joined Year 5 children for the day! One of the exciting activities that they did during the day was evacuation drama. These lovely photos from the session show just how well the children thought about the scenarios given...Read More
In preparation for creating remembrance collages with Miss Slater, we have been experimenting with printing techniques using a variety of materialsRead More
We all had a very dramatic day on Tuesday, with Year 4s taking part in the brilliant ‘Play in a Day’ project at York Theatre Royal, and Year 5s having a drama workshop based on WW2 with Ms Campbell at school.Read More
On Wednesday morning we were inspired by Oliver’s Fruit Salad to make a fruit salad of our own. Everyone was very safe at using the knives to cut the fruit and the end results were delicious! Read More
In Forest Schools this week we all had the chance to investigate the area and look for signs of spring. We searched and found daffodils, bluebells, crocuses and leaf buds growing on the trees. We then made arrows using twigs and sticks in pairs so that other children could follow our path to signs of...Read More
On Tuesday morning, Class 8 applied their understanding of Roman Numerals to plot key dates from history onto a timeline, writing in the dates in Roman Numerals rather than our own number system! Read More
Spellings this week will revise the different ‘ee’ graphemes such as ‘ee’ for free, ‘ea’ for speak and ‘e-e’ split digraph for evening. The children have also loved learning about parts of the body in science so perhaps you could continue this at home by drawing a person and labelling their body parts? Read More
In English next week, we will be writing out our fictional obituary from our plans. Next week in Maths we will be revising Roman numerals and using them in different contexts. Other notes Please remember to bring in your Eden Camp slip as soon as possible, if you haven’t already done so. Our trip on...Read More
Maths – We will be looking at money, how to subtract and take away using different coins. We will be using lots of money to buy fruit and vegetables. English – As part of our topic work we will start looking at heathy eating. We will explore the story of Oliver’s Fruit Salad and Oliver’s...Read More
Next week we will be moving on to the next story from Oliver which is Oliver’s Fruit Salad! We will be making our own fruit salad and trying lots of different fruit. We will also be having a very special morning of art on Thursday morning related to our theme of Head Shoulders Knees and...Read More
Next Week Next week we will be continuing to find out about York during the 2nd World War and will be studying first hand accounts We will be having a special maths lessons about the importance of numbers and what they can represent around the world Other Notes It will be our final swimming session...Read More
Remember that your current homework project has a P.E. theme. We would like you to write and lead a short warm-up activity of approximately five minutes for a P.E. lesson related to our current hockey unit. You could use existing ideas such as follow the leader or you could make up an activity for the...Read More
Thank you to everyone who came to our Class Assembly on ‘Forces’ on Tuesday – we hope you enjoyed watching it as much as we enjoyed performing!Read More
We’ve been learning about the ‘Baedeker’ bombings in York during World War 2 and as well as carrying out historical research and writing our own newspaper reports, we’ve been studying the actual Park Grove log book from the time. We’ve read how the teachers and children coped with school life during the War and have...Read More
We had a fabulous time on World Book Day, as you can see by the wonderful costumes and props brought in! On the day, we solved bookish maths problems and wrote a collaborative book of our own based on the marvellous ‘Oi, Frog!’Read More
Remember that your current homework project has a P.E. theme. We would like you to write and lead a short warm-up activity of approximately five minutes for a P.E. lesson related to our current hockey unit. You could use existing ideas such as follow the leader or you could make up an activity for the...Read More
Next Week in Class 5 Next week in English we will be writing a diary entry linked to My Secret War Diary, by Flossie Albrigh. In our topic lesson we will be doing writing linked to our visits to the theatre. In our Science work next week, we will explore how magnets work. Other Notes Please...Read More
Your next homework project will have a P.E. theme. We would like you to write and lead a short warm-up activity of approximately five minutes for a P.E. lesson related to our current hockey unit. You could use existing ideas such as follow the leader or you could make up an activity for the whole...Read More
On Monday afternoon we were very lucky to have a visit from Class 5 who had all been fantastic authors on World Book Day. They had all written their own versions of ‘The Tiger Who Came To Tea’ and came to read them to us. Both classes behaved brilliantly and were excellent listeners. Thank you...Read More
We all had a fantastic day on Friday for World Book Day, everyone came in with wonderful outfits and props from their favourite stories and were excited to tell us why they loved those books. As a class we decided to all be super heroes for the day and made our very own comic book,...Read More
On Friday, Class 8 had a very exciting World Book Day. We wrote brilliant book reviews, made creative bookmarks and talked about our favourite book to other children in class. To top this off, we split into groups and took part in the KS2 Bumper Book Quiz where Team Isonabeny(Isidora,Reuben, Bailey, Connor and Annabelle) were the eventual winners...Read More
Thank you so much to all of the parents that helped on the trip to the library on Wednesday, we could not have done it without you! Next week in Literacy we will be looking at the book ‘Oliver’s Milkshake’ and even making some healthy milkshake of our own. We will be thinking about money...Read More
In Maths we will be looking at problem solving using addition and subtraction. We will also consolidate our time telling skills. In English we will continue to look at books by Allan Ahberg. In particular, we will focus on the story ‘Cops and Robbers.’ In Science we will start our topic ‘Humans and Animals.’Read More
Next Week In English, we will look at features of an obituary and start to plan a fictional obituary individually. Next week in maths, we will be looking at ratio and proportion and coordinates. In our Science work next week, we will continue learning about forces. Other Notes Please bring your Reading Records into...Read More
Your next homework project will have a P.E. theme. We would like you to write and lead a short warm-up activity of approximately five minutes for a P.E. lesson related to our current hockey unit. You could use existing ideas such as follow the leader or you could make up an activity for the whole...Read More
As part of our healthly eating we planted carrots seeds in our forest garden. We worked in pairs to decide who would dig the hole and who would plant the seed. We can’t wait to see the seeds grow and eat the carrots. Read More
Arrays can be tricky but this did not stop Class 2 being very determined. We used peg boards to start with until we felt confident enough to write arrays in our maths books. On the second try we got it. Well done Class 2.Read More
Class 2 used bossy verbs to give each other instructions to make pancakes. We looked at the recipe and decided what we needed, we then mixed and whisked to make the batter. Of course we had to try our pancakes and they were delicious! Read More
Our next PTA Meeting is on Tuesday 7th March 7pm at the Gillygate pub. We need as many brains as possible to help us with planning future events e.g. THE SUMMER FAIR so do come along. EVERYONE IS WELCOME! If you really need persuading or need an excuse to go out then think – top...Read More
Next Week in Class 5 Next week in English we will be writing newspaper reports about The Blitz. In our topic lesson we will complete our diary writing about Park Grove Primary School during World War II. In our Science work next week, we will learn about how magnets are used in the world around us. Other Notes...Read More
Your next homework project will have a P.E. theme. We would like you to write and lead a short warm-up activity of approximately five minutes for a P.E. lesson related to our current hockey unit. You could use existing ideas such as follow the leader or you could make up an activity for the whole...Read More
Next week We will be studying the bombing raids that took place in York during the Second World War and will be writing newspaper reports We will be continuing our science work on forces Other Notes It is our Class Assembly on Tuesday morning at 9:00 in the hall – we’re looking forward to seeing...Read More
Your next homework project will have a P.E. theme. We would like you to write and lead a short warm-up activity of approximately five minutes for a P.E. lesson related to our current hockey unit. You could use existing ideas such as follow the leader or you could make up an activity for the whole...Read More
Next Week in Class 6 Next week in English we will be writing newspaper reports about The Blitz. In our topic lesson we will complete our diary writing about Park Grove Primary School during World War II. In our Science work next week, we will learn about how magnets are used in the world around us. Other...Read More
Your next homework project will have a P.E. theme. We would like you to write and lead a short warm-up activity of approximately five minutes for a P.E. lesson related to our current hockey unit. You could use existing ideas such as follow the leader or you could make up an activity for the whole...Read More
As it is the 20th anniversary of the fire here at Park Grove, we had a lesson all about it with Mrs Carr Brion (who was teaching here at the time). We were able to ask lots of detailed questions about the damage that occurred and how the school was eventually rebuilt.Read More
On Wednesday morning we all went on our exciting trip to York library. Everyone walked so sensibly and listened really well in the library. It was a great experience to see how to use the machines in the library and we have all got a free book as a gift from the library! ...Read More
In maths this week we used playdough to create teen numbers and discussed how the ‘1’ represents 10 units. Everyone is getting great at recognising the teen numbers and counting on from 10. Read More
On Tuesday we all made pancakes in the classroom to celebrate Pancake Day. We were all excited to discuss why we celebrate it and thought of different things we could give up for lent. Everyone was excellent at stirring the mixture and we watched the batter beginning to cook in the pan. Read More
Agenda · Register · Christmas Fair Money · Collect suggestions – ‘What other issues would you like the school council to tackle?’ Minutes · Christmas Fair Money Reuben and Sophia have visited classes and will give a completed list of books to Miss Sawyer. · Collect suggestions – ‘What other issues would you...Read More
Our stunning air raid shelter made it into the York Press this week. Look at the article http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/15084723.Pupils_are_taking_shelter_at_York_school/ to find out more.Read More
The children have been working on identifying and using adverbs and prepositions in English this week. They used their knowledge to write about Lombard Street in San Francisco; a very twisty road. The children concentrated well on their writing and aimed to use adverbs and prepositions in different ways such as to explain how, to...Read More
Well done class 9; you’ve all been superstars this half term and worked hard on the range of maths, English and topic work we’ve tackled! Make sure you have have a lovely holiday with your families and friends and I look forward to hearing about what you get up to when we get back! As it is...Read More
Class 9 had a very enjoyable time at Haxby road where they had a virtual reality lesson! They went into space and explored the planets, had a tour of the ISS (International Space Station) and even had a swim in the sea with sharks, sea lions and devil clownfish! ?? Some were so shocked by...Read More
On Wednesday afternoon we had a technology afternoon using the iPads and chrome books. We used a programme called purple mash to decorate gingerbread men. Read More
On Tuesday in Forest Schools we used our clipboards and pastels to sketch different things we could see outside. Some people drew trees, plants or acorns. The end results were all fantastic as everyone had really thought about the colours they were using.Read More
You’ve all worked very hard this half term so please have a lovely holiday with your families and friends! As it is a holiday, there will be no homework set this week. Please remember that you come back to school on Monday 27th February. With Best Wishes from Miss Clayton and Mrs Old.Read More
You’ve all worked incredibly hard this half term so please have a lovely holiday with your families and friends! As it is a holiday, there will be no homework set this week. Please remember that you come back to school on Monday 27th February. With Best Wishes from Mr Mastrelli and Mr Symonds.Read More
The children visited York Library this week and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Who would have thought that you can take 20 books out at once?!Read More
Class 8 undertook an exciting problem solving session in Maths on Monday. Using logical patterns, the children had to use the number of legs from three different animals to help make an accurate total to help Yoda try to turn the Year 6 teachers into giraffes! Each child presented their work in a systematic manner and found many successful solutions,...Read More
Agenda · Register · Christmas Fair money · Tuck Shop ideas · As we reach the half way point of the school year what has the school council achieved so far? · What else should we try to achieve? Minutes · Christmas Fair money Sophia and Reuben reported that following a pupil voice request...Read More
English We will be writing our own instructions for making bridges. Class 2 have designed their own bridge and are busy putting it together using various materials. Since we like the story of Goldilocks so much we will be following instructions on how to make porridge. Let’s hope Goldilocks doesn’t hear about it! Maths We...Read More
Imagine a book is being written about the rights and responsibilities of the children of Park Grove Primary School. Your task is to design a cover for the book. You will need to think carefully about how you present the cover because you want people to pick up your book to read! What information will...Read More
Next week in English we will write a creative poem based on Park Grove’s rights and responsibilities. In maths, we will convert between fractions, decimals and percentages in different ways. Other Notes On Wednesday, some of the Y6’s will be visiting NatWest bank as part of their Children’s University Project. If you are going on this trip, you will...Read More
Imagine a book is being written about the rights and responsibilities of the children of Park Grove Primary School. Your task is to design a cover for the book. You will need to think carefully about how you present the cover because you want people to pick up your book to read! What information will...Read More
This week in our homework books we are practising the new sounds ‘oo’ and ‘ar’. Remember that oo can be short like in ‘book’ and long in ‘moon’.Read More
In Forest Schools on Tuesday we built twig towers in the shape of triangles, we collected as many sticks as we could find and tried to build the towers tall. In the end we discussed what the twig towers could be and decided they could be a home for an insect or a nest for...Read More
This week in maths we have used playdough and cubes to order different lengths and to measure how many cubes long different lengths of playdough were. It was lots of fun and great to practise our fine motor skills. Read More
Next Week We will be continuing to study war poems in English. We will be finding out more about forces in our Science work. Other Notes Parents’ Evenings will take place on Wednesday and Thursday. On Thursday morning, we will be going to Haxby Road School to take part in a Google Expedition virtual reality experience. Please...Read More
Next week in English we will write a creative poem based on Park Grove’s rights and responsibilities. In maths, we will convert between fractions, decimals and percentages in different ways. Other Notes On Wednesday, some of the Y6’s will be visiting NatWest bank as part of their Children’s University Project. If you are going on this trip, you will...Read More
Imagine a book is being written about the rights and responsibilities of the children of Park Grove Primary School. Your task is to design a cover for the book. You will need to think carefully about how you present the cover because you want people to pick up your book to read! What information will...Read More
Next Week in Class 5 Next week in English we will be looking at prepositions and adverbs. We will also be telling you about the 500 words competition! In topic, we will be looking at the Battle of Britain and completing work linked to this. In our Science work next week, we will continue to learn...Read More
Imagine a book is being written about the rights and responsibilities of the children of Park Grove Primary School. Your task is to design a cover for the book. You will need to think carefully about how you present the cover because you want people to pick up your book to read! What information will...Read More
In our English work this week, we have been reading poems about the Second World War. We have been analysing each poem, looking for themes and rhyme schemes and have also been working in groups to perform them.Read More
This week we’ve been researching the role of women during the Second World War. We have found out about the jobs that women took on during the war and have been designing persuasive posters to encourage women to join the Land Girls, the WAAF and factories.Read More
3rd Round Shamin V kian 11-9,13-11,12-10 Lucas v Betsy 11-9 12-14 Sophie v Toby 11-2 11-5 Charlotte v Alexander 11-6 11-8 Pujani v Felix 6-11 11-3 George v Oscar 11-7 9-11 11-1 Reuben v Joseph c 11-0 11-2 Millie v Junior 11-0 11-0 Quarter Finals Lucas v Felix 11-3 11-6 Reuben v charlotte 11-3 11-4 George v Millie 11-1 11-6 Kian v Sophie 11-5 11-6 Read More
Next week in literacy we are reading the story of The Gingerbread Man. Do you know it already? Who are the characters? We will also be looking at measuring in maths and we will be investigating if the gingerbread man can swim!Read More
Imagine a book is being written about the rights and responsibilities of the children of Park Grove Primary School. Your task is to design a cover for the book. You will need to think carefully about how you present the cover because you want people to pick up your book to read! What information will...Read More
Next Week Next week in English we will write a creative piece of writing based on a video clip. In maths, we will be applying our understanding of multiplication and division to solve a range of problems. In our Science work next week, we will continue to learn about forces through an exciting investigation! Other Notes...Read More
Next Week Next week in English we will write a creative piece of writing based on a video clip. In maths, we will be applying our understanding of multiplication and division to solve a range of problems. In our Science work next week, we will continue to learn about forces through an exciting investigation! Other Notes...Read More
English We will be looking at instructional text. Maths We will be looking at fractions and finding half and a quarter of objects, amounts and quantities. We will also find time to investigate telling the time in different ways. Please make sure your child brings their reading record every day. Thank you. Read More
We poured water into various different containers to measure the capacity. We realised capacity is the measurement of how much water is inside the container. We had great fun using our vocabulary cards to measure the capacity and compare the amounts. Read More
Next week we will be designing our own propaganda posters in our topic lessons We will also be learning more songs from the Second World War and may even go into our air-raid shelter for another sing-song! Other Notes Please continue to work on your statutory spelling lists at home. This week you should choose another 10...Read More
Imagine a book is being written about the rights and responsibilities of the children of Park Grove Primary School. Your task is to design a cover for the book. You will need to think carefully about how you present the cover because you want people to pick up your book to read! What information will...Read More
In our Art lessons on Thursday mornings, we have been learning all about different sketching techniques and are creating pieces based on images of cities during the Second World WarRead More
In English this week we have been working on our narrative skills and have been writing about the settings in our current class book ‘Carrie’s War’. We’ve been discussing the contrasts between Hepzibah’s warm, inviting kitchen and the Evans’ very neat and tidy shop.Read More
This week we have been continuing our science work on forces by making paper autogyros of different sizes. We carried out an experiment to see if the area of the blades on each autogyro had an impact on how quickly it fell to the ground.Read More
Imagine a book is being written about the rights and responsibilities of the children of Park Grove Primary School. Your task is to design a cover for the book. You will need to think carefully about how you present the cover because you want people to pick up your book to read! What information will...Read More
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