Year 3 use PowerPoint!
This term Year 3 have been learning how to use PowerPoint in their ICT lessons. They needed to work in pairs to come up with a plan for the Three Little Pigs story that allowed the reader to choose the progression and outcomes of the story.
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Roots of Empathy News – Year 1
Today both Overstone and Cogenhoe were very excited to see their Roots of Empathy babies, baby Elia and baby Cacey. Each time the two babies come to visit us we see so many different changes in their development. We have the opportunity to ask many questions and see for ourselves how they are feeling and…
Read MoreYear 1 – Exercise and Yoga Moves!
Today Year 1 were showing some great team work as they worked through a variety of activities in preparation for Sports Day coming up later on in the Summer Term. After their energetic escapades, they then participated in some “Cosmic Yoga” to unwind and relax together.
Read MoreGreat Fire in Year 3!!
On the 29th April 2019, Pitsford Class re-created the Great Fire of Northampton. We made little Tudor houses and then set them on fire. This made us appreciate how quickly a medieval fire would have spread due to the houses being made of wood and being very close together in narrow streets. We also learnt…
Read MoreFantastic News!
Following the very successful bid for Heritage Lottery Funding to repair the roof of St. Andrew’s Church, the Heritage Lottery Foundation have asked that a historical weekend be held at the church later this year. This makes it even more important for us, as part of the school and church community, to do our bit…
Read MoreYear 2 News!
In Year 2, we have been exploring the story of Traction Man. Here is our story map for Traction Man which we have been learning. The children have a copy of the story map in their book bags to share with you at home.
Read MoreWhat lies behind the door?
Althorp share their warning tales. Beware ye who dare to enter here!
Read MoreSchool Closed for Polling Day Thursday 23rd May 2019
Please be aware, and add to your calendar, that the school will be used as a Polling station on Thursday 23rd May 2019 and therefore will be closed to pupils on that day. School will be open to pupils at 8.45am on Friday 24th May 2019. See Parents section for copy of Letter
Read MoreReception enjoy the Spring Weather!
On Monday April 1st the sun was shining and the children went on a Spring Walk to the Pocket Park. We saw many signs of spring – buds, blossom, birds, nests, insects, daffodils and seedlings. We had a wonderful time and the children are keen for their next visit to see if we can notice…
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