This week, our Year 6 children had the exciting opportunity to visit the Houses of Parliament in London. The trip, which ties in with their current learning on British democracy and government, gave them a firsthand look at how laws are made and how Parliament operates.
Year 6 children at Shawfield recently participated in a heart dissection as part of their science curriculum.
This hands-on activity was designed to enhance their understanding of the cardiovascular system and human anatomy.
Our Year 6 children embarked on a powerful journey last half term, penning letters to various organisations and charities to shed light on key local, national and international issues. This endeavour, integral to our English curriculum, is aimed at honing their writing skills while instilling a sense of community responsibility.
World Book Day was a resounding success at Shawfield School this year, with children of all ages coming together to celebrate their love for reading. The event, held on March 7th, saw children from different classes sharing stories and engaging in a variety of book-related activities.
We are immensely proud to announce that our KS2 Choir recently had the incredible opportunity to perform at the O2 Arena as part of the prestigious Young Voices concert series. This event, which brings together school choirs from across the country, is one of the largest children’s choir concerts in the world.
Our Year 4 class recently enjoyed an immersive residential trip to Hooke Court in Dorset, diving into Viking history as part of their studies. This hands-on experience brought the Viking era to life through a variety of engaging activities.
Children earned about traditional garments and their significance. They prepared and enjoyed a Viking feast, enhancing their teamwork and cooking skills. A highlight was the longship building workshop, where children constructed a model longship, applying their knowledge creatively.
Exploring a recreated Viking village, children participated in crafts like weaving and blacksmithing, gaining insights into Viking daily life. Evening storytelling sessions around the campfire featured captivating tales of Viking gods and heroes, sparking imaginations.
The trip was a resounding success, providing our children with invaluable knowledge and experiences. Thank you to Hooke Court staff, staff volunteers, and all the parents for their support.
Our Year 6 recently visited the Houses of Parliament for the People’s Parliament Workshop, an immersive dive into democratic processes. Led by enthusiastic guides, they toured Westminster Palace, soaking in its rich history. The highlight was the workshop, where they explored the changes to voting - including the critical role of Suffragattes, increasing people's rights to vote.
Children from Year 5 and 6 entertained parents and family members at our recent performance at the Farnham Maltings. Photos from the event will be made available to the children via their school Teams' login. Please remember that these are for personal memories and must not be shared on social media platforms.
Shawfield School was approached in November to participate in a Spirt of Youth programme. 10 children from Year 5 worked together with residents of Japonica Court to create a 15-minute version of Romeo and Juliet. The play was presented to friends, family and local residents. It was a great way to introduce the children to the work of Shakespeare and helped the children to develop resilience and confidence.
The Spirit of Youth programme provided the children with unique opportunities to form new bonds and relationships and work towards a common goal.
We are delighted that Year 4 were able to attend Winchester Science Museum and Planetarium last Friday.
Today children and staff from across the school enjoyed learning and playing in the snow.
Staff were impressed by the teamwork displayed with the number of Shawfield Snowmen created.
January saw our Year 6 children head to Hindleap Warren in East Sussex.
