3 years ago
Posted on 07th Jun 2023 by Mrs Ollerenshaw

Persuasive posters in 5OP!

We are currently reading a non-fiction text called ‘The Wonder Garden’ in guided reading. Recently, we’ve been looking at the Great Barrier Reef… so we have created some posters to persuade people to visit! Well done 5OP!

3 years ago
Posted on 07th Jun 2023 by Mrs Ollerenshaw

5OP Writing!

For 7 weeks, year 5 have been looking at two genres within English. Both of these genres were based around ‘The Hound of the Baskerville’ a classic Sherlock Holmes story. The children have enjoyed reading some of the original text alongside a graphic novel version. The first genre, a cliff hanger narrative, produced the absolute best writing we have seen since the start of the year. Yesterday, the children were faced with a new genre – a formal event report. This is a tricky concept due to wanting to ‘tell the story’. It takes a different style of writing… all I can say is WOW! The children completed some in pairs, with really in depth discussions and they finished the piece independently. The reports I read were absolutely fantastic. I’ve attached some examples below…

3 years ago
Posted on 06th Jun 2023 by Mrs Ollerenshaw

5OP – Surprise P.E lesson!

5OP had a wonderful afternoon with a surprise P.E session with a teacher from NGHS!

3 years ago
Posted on 06th Jun 2023 by Mrs Ollerenshaw

Year 5 Lichfield Trip!

Good morning everyone,

Next Monday (12.06.23), we will be heading to Lichfield Cathedral! Below you will find a few reminders about the trip taking place…

Children will need to be at school for 8:15am for a prompt departure at 8:30am.
Children will need to bring a packed lunch (FSM children will have lunch provided).
With the warmer weather occurring, children will need to bring sufficient amounts of water. They may also wish to bring a hat (if we have lunch outside) and sun cream.
We will be leaving at approximately 2:30pm and will be hopefully back at NJS for 3:30pm. We will bring the children inside and then dismiss them on the big yard (as normal). Please look for any messages on the school Facebook page with more accurate timings.
As we are travelling further, could we ask that parents provide children with any anti-sickness medication they may need. Any that need taking before the return journey will be handed to their group leader, who will ensure they have the tablet etc at the correct time. Please place any medication in a clearly named box/envelope.

We are really looking forward to this trip! It will be a brilliant comparison to our recent trip to the Mosque.

Many thanks,

Mrs Ollerenshaw

3 years ago
Posted on 06th Jun 2023 by Mrs Ollerenshaw

5OP Messy Maths Day!

Who doesn’t want to write on the tables? 5OP had a great time working out the angles today!

3 years ago
Posted on 05th Jun 2023 by Mrs Ollerenshaw

MENTAL HEALTH MONDAY!

Good morning everyone,

I hope that you have had a wonderful half term! This week is one of my favourite activities to do during a busy week at school. During the summer, we often pop outside to complete the grounding technique you will find below!

Simply go for a walk or even find a quiet spot to lie down and follow the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 steps!

Have a lovely week,

Mrs Ollerenshaw x

3 years ago
Posted on 04th Jun 2023 by Mrs Ollerenshaw

5OP – Beech’s Base! 05.06.23

Good afternoon everyone from 5OP!

We hope that you have all had a wonderful half term!

Just a quick reminder about Beech’s Base tomorrow afternoon. You will need to bring your Beech’s base kit as normal – be mindful of the weather and old clothes will be better (incase you get muddy).

See you all tomorrow,

Mrs Ollerenshaw x

3 years ago
Posted on 29th May 2023 by Mrs Ollerenshaw

MENTAL HEALTH MONDAY!

Good morning,

This week you will find a simple breathing activity. Sometimes when we feel a range of emotions, a quick breathing exercise can help us. Following the picture below, you can complete the exercise anywhere and anytime. Have a go and see how it makes you feel!

Have a lovely week,

Mrs Ollerenshaw x

3 years ago
Posted on 22nd May 2023 by Mrs Ollerenshaw

MENTAL HEALTH MONDAY!

Good morning everyone,

This week I thought I would share a simple activity you could create at home. The emotion wheel below can be used with children of all ages, who are struggling to express their current feelings. The wheel gives children to chance to share how they are feeling and this can open many conversations at home.

Using the wheel on a regular basis will help children see the changing nature of their feelings and can help reduce anxiety around feeling a certain way. You could create the one I’ve provided or even design your own as a family!

Emotion Wheel

Have a lovely week,

Mrs Ollerenshaw x

3 years ago
Posted on 18th May 2023 by Mrs Ollerenshaw

Mental Health Awareness Week!

In year 5, we have had a lovely week looking at things we can do to support our mental health. We also looked at being kind to ourselves and understanding ‘what makes you… you’! This has been really powerful with the children to think positively. They should be extremely proud of themselves!