Life Skills Session in Cove
Last week, Cove pupils had a great time taking part in a life skills session. They practised washing, cutting, and preparing a fruit jelly, developing their independence and practical skills along the way. The children worked carefully and supported one another throughout the activity. Once finished, they enjoyed eating their fruit jelly together with friends […]
Reading Club!
This week, Aston Hall pupils took Reading Club outdoors to enjoy their books in the sunshine. It was a great opportunity for the children to relax, read together, and share their enjoyment of different stories. Reading Club runs every Thursday lunchtime, and all children are welcome to join. It’s a wonderful way to develop a […]
EYFS Harvest Carrots!
This morning, EYFS had a fantastic time at the allotment, where they became little farmers on a mission to dig up the carrots they’ve been watching grow. The children used their senses and physical skills as they searched for the feathery leaves, pulled the carrots from the soil, and discovered lots of funny shapes and […]
VR Experience in KS2
As part of Science Week, pupils at Aston Hall were lucky to receive a visit from a VR company. During the session, KS2 students were able to go ‘under the sea’ and explore the Great Barrier Reef through virtual reality. The children loved the immersive experience and were fascinated to learn more about both the […]
Viking Day at Aston Hall
Last week, pupils at Aston Hall took part in an exciting Viking Day, filled with fun activities that brought their history learning to life. Throughout the day, pupils enjoyed a range of hands-on experiences. They took part in archery lessons in the field, learning skills that would have been important to Viking warriors. They also […]
Y6 Ulley Trip
This week, Year 6 enjoyed an exciting trip to Ulley, packed full of fun and engaging activities! The children took part in orienteering, using maps and problem-solving skills to navigate around the site, as well as puzzle-solving challenges that tested their teamwork and thinking. They also enjoyed den-building, working together to create shelters from natural […]
Sock Puppets in EYFS
EYFS have been busy making their very own sock puppets! First, the children explored different puppet characters and talked about what makes each one unique. They then designed their own puppets, choosing colours, materials, and features such as eyes, hair, and mouths. Using a range of craft materials, they carefully decorated their socks and brought […]
Rotherham Carnival Crafts in Y3
Year 3 have been chosen to help with the Rotherham Carnival! As part of the project, they took part in a poetry workshop and created beautiful silk paintings and collages that will be displayed during the carnival. The children really enjoyed the opportunity to get creative and contribute to such a special community event. They […]
Made for This Game Football Festival
On Tuesday, 12 of our Y3 girls attended the Made for This Game Football Festival at Wath, and what a fantastic experience it was! The afternoon was filled with smiles, laughter and plenty of fun. For many of the girls, it was their first experience of a football festival, and it was a great opportunity […]
Y5/6 Ulley Trip
Recently, Year 5/6 enjoyed a fantastic day at Ulley. During the morning, the children worked brilliantly as a team to complete an orienteering activity, using their navigation and problem-solving skills. Afterwards, they warmed up with a well-earned hot chocolate. In the afternoon, the fun continued with a range of team games, and everyone had the […]
