Playground

Our New Playground!

Physical activity at any age is healthy, and especially so, when children are growing and developing their gross motor skills. 

It is a vital part of childhood that helps children 
develop physical strength, coordination and balance.

A playground is a wonderful place for them to exercise these skills, learn 
about spatial awareness, and of course have fun!

It is known fact that children need outdoor play. It not only develops them physically, 
but it helps the brain to make connections and stimulates the body 
to have a general sense of well-being. 

See for yourselves what is going on in our new playground!

SHAPES, SHAPES EVERYWHERE!

Look around you and what do you see?
All sorts of different shapes! In objects, in nature and in our surroundings. 

The Alphas in their Pre-maths are learning to identify and name the main mathematical shapes which are; circle, triangle, star, heart, square and rectangle. Diamond,semi-circle and oval shapes will also be introduced.

Learning about shapes can be lots of fun and the Alpha pupils are proving to be engaged and interested in the subject! There are many different challenging ways to learn about this. Some are by sorting shapes; others are by gluing and pasting on a shape outline and others are by using various shaped building blocks to erect towers and constructions. 

Games such as recognising and pointing out shapes in the environment is something that  parents can do with their children. "Look at the kitchen clock - what shape is it? What about the coffee table, the wheels of the bicycle??" This simple question and answer game will   boost your child´s self confidence and make learning so much more interesting.  

Give it a try!

Here are some lovely example of works done by the Alphas.

Exploring Animals

Exploring Animals  

The Alphas having a life experience

Milking a Cow

Anyone who takes children outside regularly sees the enjoyment and sense of wonder and excitement that is generated when children actively engage with their environment and daily life experiences. These opportunities help children make sense of the world around them and supports active learning.

As we could not visit a real farm or bring a cow to school, we tried to make a scenario in which children could experience "milking a cow" in a fun way. They all loved it!

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