What an exciting day in Class JA! We’ve been reading The Lizzie and Belle Mystery by J.T. Williams and discovered the amazing story of 18th Century trailblazer, Ignatius Sancho - a man who went from being enslaved to becoming a writer and a voice for freedom. The children were so inspired that we created our very own mini-books all about his life! From colourful covers to fascinating facts, our classroom was buzzing with creativity and pride in sharing his incredible journey.
Class JA have been busy cooking in small groups, learning about healthy eating and why different foods help our bodies. The children loved making tasty Beef Cobbler with Savoury Scones, chopping, measuring and mixing while discovering that balanced meals can be fun and delicious!
Year 4 enjoyed a wonderful morning of music and song at Snape Maltings as they took part in the Big Sing event.
The event was a culmination of several weeks of hard work by the children as they learnt a range of songs, both long and short, which told stories from history, explored world events and celebrated our voices coming together.
Favourite songs included 'Tale of the Titanic', 'The Witches, the Whale and the Blacksmith's Tale' and 'Old Abram Brown' which were sung in part as a round with the children taking on different parts and following our expert conductors Aga and Emily.
School council and Eco council did an amazing job with the toy and book sale in aid of Children in Need. We were grateful for the toys, books, jigsaws, boxed games, dressing up toys and soft toys which we received.
Thank you to everyone for your donations and for those of you bought toys and made donations to a very well worth cause. We raised £259.72.
Bow, Pluck, and Play: Year 5
Violin Voices
🎻 In Year 5 violin, we practised smooth down-bow ( 𝆪 ) and gentle up-bows ( 𝆫 ) , perfected our pizzicato plucking, and began reading notes like crotchet notes (♩) and minim notes (𝅗𝅥). Step by step, we’re turning symbols into music and playing with confidence!
The weather didn’t stop us, we just brought the Robin Wood (Forest School's) outdoor activities indoors.
Using natural materials the Key Stage 2 children on this half term's rota for Robin Wood made a collage of Pudsey for Children in Need.
KS1 have been keen
scientists learning about the seasons and displaying their knowledge through
art. As artists,
This week, the children in VW have been busy!
As artists and historians, Class KHLH studied the details on a range of poppies and then each drew and made a quarter of a poppy which were put together to create collaborative poppies. We discussed the importance of the poppy and remembrance day.
We will remember them.
On Wednesday afternoon the Woolf Quartet treated Year 6 to music by Haydn, Beethoven and Florence Price. The four amazingly talented musicians met at the Royal Academy of Music.
We met the musicians afterwards to thank them for the wonderful concert.
Our school held our Remembrance service on the front playground today, with the House captains bearing the House flags.
Mrs Cann spoke to the children about the meaning of Remembrance, and why it is important to think about those brave people who keep us safe in times of war, and remember their courage and sacrifices.
We were pleased to welcome to our service, the School Governors who were here for a meeting. Thanks must go to our wonderful trumpet player, who timed his delivery of the 'First Post' perfectly, we thank the High School for allowing him to come down to support our service.
Dear God
Today we remember those who gave their lives so that we could live in peace.
Thank you for theor courage and sacrifice.
Help us to be peacemakers in our school, our homes and our world.
May we always choose kindness and care for one another.
We pray for peace in every country and for all who still suffer because of war.
In Jesus' name,
Amen
VISIT US ON OUR OPEN MORNING THIS THURSDAY
TO SEE WHAT OUR SCHOOL CAN OFFER YOUR CHILD.
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We are delighted that Mrs Aldred, our Head of Kitchen, won the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Vertas annual 'Make the Difference' Awards ceremony on Friday night.
Such a well deserved accolade for her 32 years of hard work and dedication to Vertas and her time at our school.
Well done Mrs Aldred!
Reception Applications for Sept 2026 should be made through the Admissions team at Suffolk County Council. This will be for children born between 1 Sept 2021 and 31 August 2022.
DO COME & VISIT US ON OUR OPEN MORNING THIS THURSDAY - TOURS AT 9.15am, 10.15am, 11.15am. Please call us to book your slot 01728 723354 opt 4.
Parents should visit the Admissions section of the Suffolk County Council website for more information. https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/children-families-and-learning/schools/school-places
In preparation for your child starting in Reception, do take a look at this easy to read parent guide.
