Following on from their learning in history, Year 6 were very fortunate to get a visit from Judith Hayman. Judith’s mother and grandparents were all Austrian survivors, who managed to escape Austria after Hitler had invaded. The children learnt of the dehumanisation they suffered and the battles they faced while living in Austria at this […]
Congratulations to Year 5 Cedar for winning the attendance award this week ! The Average attendance for the week was: 96.4% Reception Pine : 95.2% Year 1 Maple: 97.6% Year 2 Willow: 91% Year 3 Birch: 99.5% Year 3 Elm: 99% Year 4 Aspen: 96.8% Year 5 Ash: 99% Year 5 Cedar: 100% Year 6 […]
In history year 6 have been learning about the rise of Hitler, this included what it would have been like to be a Jewish child growing up under Nazi Germany. In English they have been learning about what Britain was like during World War II, this covered rationing, the Blitz, blackouts and evacuation. This morning’s […]
This week, Year 5 had the pleasure of visiting Elstree and Borehamwood Synagogue and meeting Rabbi Alex Chapper. This was linked to our RE topic as we have been learning about the traditions, sacred stories and symbols of Judaism. The children had many inquisitive questions to ask the Rabbi and they definitely kept him on […]
On Thursday Morning 8 children from year 2 were selected to represent Parkside in a fun athletics event as part of an introduction to Sportshall Athletics. They took part in a Running (Relay), Jumping (Speed Bounce) and Throwing (Soft Javelin). The children had smiles on their faces all morning and worked very well as a […]
What a wonderful day Parkside children had celebrating World Book Day this week. From dressing up in clothes that they feel comfortable to read in, to an online Footy and Booky Quiz with the National Literacy Trust and a live lesson with BBC Teach, the children have had a truly wholesome experience. We had lots […]
This afternoon the girls football team got a visit from the Deputy Prime Minster, Sir Oliver Dowden. This event was in support of the Football Association- Let Girls Play – Initiative. The girls showed a short skill session followed by a Q and A with the sports Ambassadors from Year 6. They prepared some questions […]
Year 5 presented us with their assembly this morning. Year 5 have been learning about mountain ranges from around the world, an amazing text called The Wild Robot, a variety of great tasting food in DT and the story of Purim in RE!
As part of Hornets Pride month Watford delivered a one off session supporting Rainbow Laces and Hornets Pride to our year 5 classes. The delivery focused on how to challenge stereotyping. Children enjoyed and engaged well in the session.
This week our year 5/6 girls team represented us in the Watford FC CSE Tournament at the Dome. Well done to the girls for keeping up the energy the whole day. They battled hard and never gave up
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