Stanningley Primary School

Having a picnic is so exciting, but when the weather becomes a little too cold it's always better to be under a shelter. Children enjoyed gathering a selection of 'food' before sharing with friends. Although the adult was asked to join in the fun, I'm afraid I was just too big to climb under the structure.

Whilst exploring outside, the children have built a selection of cars from Lamborghini's to Sonic. Working together they collaborated and listened to one another and gave suggestions and ideas to help with their final model which was then enjoyed by all.

What a surprise to wake up to a blanket of white snow. The children certainly enjoyed themselves. From making snowballs to making snowmen.

The children have enjoyed printing. It can be used as a means of mark-making and provides opportunities to make repeats of the same image. Through simple techniques, experimenting with various materials, colours, and patterns, the children can develop fine motor skills, critical thinking, and self-expression.

During Peace Week the children listened to different stories associated with friendship and kindness. Children enjoyed coming to school wearing odd socks which celebrates differences. At the end of the week the whole school celebrated Children in Need. The children came in non-uniform and completed a selection of different activities.

The children were very excited talking about what they had done during the school holidays - and obviously looking forward to Bonfire night. During the week they enjoy re-visiting the different areas of the Early Years.

The Early Years children have enjoyed exploring our outside area, especially in some of the lovely afternoon sun we have had. From climbing our tree to jumping in different ways and landing. Enjoying the mud kitchen and baking up lots of delicious food. The children have been making some fantastic wooden structures such as; an aeroplane, a bug hotel and a fantastic car which held lots of luggage and had an onboard computer!

Feet, Feet, Feet.

All the children have enjoyed either meeting Miss. Rivers for the first time or remembering the lovely music sessions from last year. We have dance, sang and enjoyed looking at a selection of instruments.

These last few weeks we have enjoyed exploring inside the Early Years Unit. Water play to sand, painting, dough and even being successful with a rubix cube! The children have had a wonderful time.

The children were were buzzing with excitement as we lead them to the hall for their first PE lesson. Then joined in with great enthusiasm and Gaz was impressed with the way that the children listened carefully, followed the instructions, moved their bodies with control and froze on the spot when given the signal to do so.

The Reception children have been following a recipe and carefully measuring the different ingredients in order to make their own play dough. They showed great focus and waited patiently for their turn.

The children have been spending their first few weeks at school settling into their new environment and getting to know their new teachers and classmates. We have been learning our classroom routines, where things belong and how to tidy up.