In art P1/2 have been learning about shape and combining materials to create these winter robins. We first looked at shape and how we combine them to create an image of a robin and add a background.
We then tried to control chalks to colour the background and used crayons to colour the robin before adding some glitter.
We all found out that pens do not work very well on top of chalk!!
Exciting Equipment Updates For Week 5!
We made some changes to our PE setup to keep things fresh and fun for everyone. Here’s what’s new:
Rolls, Bunny Hops and Balances
We recently learned a song all about fireworks and Bonfire Night. After we had learned the words and the melody, we also learned how to follow a graphic score. This showed us pictures of percussion instruments to play and when to play them. We worked in small groups to play our instruments and then we had the chance to move round different music stations. In the video you can hear us singing the song and playing four different pieces of percussion – boomwhackers, tambourines, maracas and claves.
This term, all pupils will be taking part in gymnastics, starting with mat skills and progressing to apparatus work. Gymnastics is a fantastic way for children to develop confidence, coordination, and strength while working at their own level.
Mat Skills Focus:
Apparatus Focus:
This approach supports creativity, problem-solving, and physical literacy.
Everybody loves this term in the gym, so I’m sure their will be plenty to talk about when they get home.
PE Reminder
Please ensure pupils:
Week 1 – shapes and jumps
Over the past three weeks, our PE lessons have focused on developing rugby-related skills through fun and active learning. The children have been working on changing direction, using space safely, and improving their spatial awareness through dodging and weaving activities. We’ve also introduced simple games that begin to explore attacking and defending, helping pupils understand strategy. Alongside rugby skills, we’ve used a variety of equipment to build coordination and boost confidence. The class continues to settle in well and it’s been fantastic to see their skills and enthusiasm grow each week!
This year, all classes will be working on the same activity in PE, with each class developing skills at their own level. We started the year with a Football block, focusing on building confidence and ability in key skills.
In Primary 1/2, our focus was on developing the fundamental skills needed for football. This included running, stopping, starting, changing direction, using space safely, spatial awareness, listening, following instructions, responding to cues, and handling equipment with control. We also introduced dribbling and passing with the ball, alongside other activities using different equipment to build coordination and confidence.
The pupils are starting to settle into the new routines. We look forward to continuing this positive start as we move into our next activity block!
Here we are using the hoops.
