Science in Y3
Recently, Y3 enjoyed an exciting Science lesson learning all about electricity. The class worked collaboratively in groups to build their own series circuits, using components such as bulbs, buzzers, and motors. They carefully connected the circuits and explored how electricity flows to make each component work. It was a fantastic hands-on lesson that helped deepen their […]
Eco Council Litter Picking
As part of our Eco Schools application, the Eco Council recently took part in the Great British Spring Clean by litter picking around the local community. It was fantastic to see parents joining their children to support the event, and the pupils were incredibly enthusiastic about helping to keep the community clean and tidy. A […]
Outdoor Club
This term in Outdoor Club, pupils have been busy developing their gardening skills. They have sown a variety of pumpkin and squash seeds, carefully tended to the growing potatoes, and planted the beds with a colourful selection of summer bedding plants. It has been wonderful to see their enthusiasm and responsibility as they help care […]
Platinum School Games Award
Here at Aston Hall, we have been awarded the prestigious School Games Platinum Mark for another academic year – the highest accolade of its kind. This is the second time the school has achieved the Platinum Award, a rare distinction held by only a small number of schools. The School Games Mark, a Government-led initiative […]
Y1 Outside Science Session
This week, Y1 took their science lesson outside to explore the movement of the Earth and the Moon around the Sun. They also learned about what it is like on the Moon, developing their understanding of space in a fun and engaging way. Well done, Year 1! #WeAreAlwaysLearning
Pops Outdoor Sessions in FS2
This week, FS2 have been busy with Pops Outdoor Adventures! After discovering local mini-beasts, the children became young architects and artists, celebrating the creatures that live in our garden. After observing where woodlice, snails, and spiders like to hide, the children discussed what makes a good habitat – such as somewhere damp, dark, or sheltered. […]
Pops Outdoor Session in EYFS
Today, EYFS enjoyed an exciting outdoor learning session with Pops Outdoor, swapping the classroom for the outdoor wild area to explore the natural world around them. The children went on a mini-beast safari, discovering the many small creatures that live in their environment. They didn’t just observe – they also became junior architects, working together […]
Ducklings in EYFS
We’re delighted to share that our ducklings have hatched and are now settling into their new home. The children have loved watching the process up close, learning about life cycles and what it takes to care for living things. They have shown great responsibility, from helping to keep the environment calm to making sure the […]
POPs Outdoor Session in Y1
This week, Year 1 had a fantastic time during their POPs Outdoor session. Linked to their poetry topic on Julia Donaldson, the children enjoyed reading ‘Room on the Broom‘ in the woods, bringing the story to life in a real outdoor setting. They then collected sticks to create their own magic wands and gathered leaves […]
Art Therapy
This half term in The Cove, Mrs Lindley has introduced art therapy sessions at the end of each school day. These sessions have been a great success, providing pupils with a calm and creative way to reflect and unwind. Well done to all those who have attended! #WeAreEquippedToLearn
