We had a visit from Ribble Valley MP, Maya Ellis. Maya answered questions that the children had prepared, and asked them what was important to them. 

In DT and Geography, we are looking at food from around the world, thinking about where food comes from and what food you associate with different countries. The children enjoyed tasting food from India, China, Spain and Mexico. We looked at the ingredients and are thinking about the seasonality of different fruits and vegetables and where in the world they grow, dependant on the climate. 

Our Juniors have been enjoying finding out about the different books of the Bible and exploring both the Old and New Testament. Our Year 3 children have been finding out about the Liturgical calendar, and today researching our Patron Saint, Saint Hubert. 

This half term, our Design Technology project has been to create a cam toy for a friend or member of your family for Christmas. These are our finished products. We really had to use our Thorneyholme Thinker Skills as some of the tasks were challenging. The children did themselves proud as they really did show perseverance and resilience. 

In October, Jewish people celebrate Rosh Hashana. We made aa traditional recipe, using honey and apples, which symbolises a sweet new year. The cake was very tasty!

Mrs Entwistle and Mrs Wade teach the junior children. 

A typical morning in the Juniors would consist of guided reading, English, Maths, handwriting and/ or spelling.

In the afternoons children have topic work, when they learn all about: Art, Computing, Design Technology, Music, Physical Education, PSHE with RSE, Religious Education, Science and Forest Activities.

There is time dedicated to forest learning with Mrs Entwistle who is a qualified Level 3 Forest School Leader.  Forest school is an inspirational process, that offers ALL learners regular opportunities to achieve and develop confidence and self-esteem through hands-on learning experiences in a woodland environment. 

In our class we have daily times of quiet and reflection, a time to think and be still. We follow the 'Come and See' project for Catholic Schools. The areas are taught in 3-4 week blocks and include a time to explore, reveal and respond to each area. 

Throughout the year, children will be learning about different religions. 

Parents, please contact your child's class teacher if you have any questions about this term's learning.