In numeracy this week we’ve explored different uses for, and solved calculations involving negative numbers. As well as this, we’ve used Magma Maths on our Ipads to help us show our working, and improve our problem solving skills. In literacy … Continue reading →

Today we explored the theme of diversity through our class novel, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas. We focused on how the characters respond to the prejudice they encounter in Nazi Germany, and the importance of speaking out against facism. … Continue reading →

P7a Curriculum Newsletter – Term 3 2025-26   Click on the link below to view our term 3 curriculum newsletter.

P7a Curriculum Newsletter – Term 3 2025-26 It’s been a busy week in P7a. Our maths focus this week has been on measuring and drawing angles. In writing we looked at how to use technical vocabulary (related to world war) … Continue reading →

This week our numeracy focus has been symmetry and 3d shapes. We’ve reflected symmetry in 4 quadrants, identified properties of 3d shapes and created nets of them Our reading focus has been non-fiction. We’ve examined Kangaroos, creating dioramas, the effects … Continue reading →

Our P7 enterprise was a roaring success, with stock flying off the shelves in unprecedented time. We created non-chronological reports on our personal areas of expertise, and began new reading books. In numeracy we’ve developed our understanding of sequences: square … Continue reading →

Click on the link below to view the Smithycroft Transition information for this session (2025-26). Smithycroft Transition Timeline 2025-26

It’s been a busy few weeks in our class. We’ve been creating pie charts and line graphs, writing about winter wonderlands and honing our badminton skills. However, we’re particularly proud of these self portraits we made, using selfies and the … Continue reading →

This week P7a began planning for our enterprise topic. We’ve brainstormed loads of business ideas to raise money for the school, and have already begun to set the wheels in motion. As well as this we’ve had plenty of Halloween … Continue reading →

Two years ago, our school community came together to raise funds for the Beatson Cancer Charity. Cancer impacts countless lives in different ways, and the Beatson continues to make an incredible difference through its compassionate care and unwavering support. The … Continue reading →