Welcome to Jerusalem Class

Miss Evans and Miss Taylor

Welcome to your new class! 🌟 We are so excited to have you here and can’t wait to learn and discover new things together. Let’s make this a wonderful year together! ✨

"Therefore encourage one another and build each other up."

1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)

Our Class Photo

🌟 Welcome to our amazing Jerusalem Class✨. You all look so smart 🤩 and ready 📚, and we can’t wait to begin this wonderful journey of learning together! 🚀"

Religious Education

In RE, the children have been learning about the story of the Feeding of the Five Thousand from the Bible. They explored how Jesus showed compassion and care for the large crowd who had gathered to hear him teach, even when there seemed to be very little food available. The children discussed how a young boy shared his five loaves and two fish, and how this small, generous act became something amazing when it was blessed and shared. Through this story, they have been reflecting on the importance of kindness, faith, and trusting in God.

Scoot Safe 

The children are participating in a 5-week Scoot Safe programme, where they are learning how to scoot safely and responsibly. They are developing important skills such as balancing, steering and stopping safely. The children are also learning about the importance of wearing helmets and protective equipment to keep themselves safe.

During the sessions, they practice scooting in a safe space while learning to be aware of their surroundings and look out for hazards. The programme helps to build their confidence, coordination and independence. It also teaches them important safety skills so they can scoot safely while staying active and having fun.

English 

In English, we are analysing an animated clip and using it as the focus for our writing. We are carefully watching the clip and pulling out important details using key descriptive words, alliteration and similes. The children are using these ideas to create character descriptions and setting descriptions, helping them paint a clear picture for the reader. They are also retelling the story based on what they have watched, thinking carefully about what happens and how the characters feel. As part of this, the children are learning to include directed speech so the characters can speak and bring the story to life. This helps the children develop their imagination, vocabulary and confidence in their writing.

Physical Education

In PE dance, we are learning how to turn ideas, words and images into movement. We start by creating a motif linked to our theme and developing it into a 32–48 count sequence, focusing on timing, posture, balance, coordination and control. We explore how to change static actions into travelling movements, using different levels, pathways and body parts. We also work with partners and small groups to communicate ideas, use mirror work, canon and formations, and build sections of choreography together. Throughout our lessons, we develop creativity, curiosity, cooperation and confidence in performance.

Art 

We have learnt to share our ideas about a painting and understand the difference between a tint and a shade. We can mix tints and shades using black and white paint, explore how colours can look different in real life, and use them to create 3D effects. We can arrange objects thoughtfully, sketch our ideas clearly, and produce a final still life painting that shows light, dark, and recognisable objects with care and control.

Ash Wednesday 

Shrove Tuesday

Today we celebrated Shrove Tuesday a little early in school with a delicious pancake treat! 

Shrove Tuesday is a special day in the Christian calendar, marking the day before the start of Lent. It is traditionally a time to use up ingredients such as eggs, milk and flour before the Lenten season begins, and it reminds us to prepare our hearts for this important time of reflection.

The children were very excited and enjoyed choosing their toppings, sharing smiles, and spending time with their friends. It was a joyful way to come together as a school community and a lovely way to end the term on a sweet and cheerful note.

Baptism Workshop

Today we were delighted to welcome visitors into school to deliver a special workshop for our class all about Baptism. The session gave the children a wonderful opportunity to deepen their understanding of this important sacrament and why it is such a meaningful celebration in the life of the Church. The children were fully involved throughout the workshop and took part in role-playing different stories from the Bible, helping them to bring the scripture to life in an engaging and memorable way. They listened carefully, asked thoughtful questions and shared their own ideas and reflections. The workshop also helped the children to explore the symbols and promises of Baptism, and to understand the importance of belonging to a faith community. It was a fantastic interactive experience, and the children thoroughly enjoyed learning in such a creative and hands-on way.

Whole School Mass

Friendship Bench

We were thrilled to mark the opening of our new Friendship Bench, a fantastic addition to our school community. A big well done to our Children’s Leadership Team for their thoughtful and inspiring idea to promote friendship and inclusion throughout the school.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported our fundraising efforts — your generosity made this project a reality. A special thank you to Fr Alf for joining us to officially open the bench and for giving it such a lovely blessing.

We are excited to see our wonderful Friendship Bench being enjoyed by the children after half term.

Joy of Moving

We had visitors from Fleetwood Town who led a Joy of Moving session. We learned about the Eatwell Guide and explored the different components of it, helping us to understand what makes a balanced diet. We also took part in practical activities that showed us how exercise is an important part of a healthy, balanced lifestyle.

Class Worship 

Today we had the Year 5/6 children come into our class to deliver worship. The theme was friendship. They explored how friendship is important in Christianity, linking it to Jesus’ teaching to love one another. The children reflected on what makes a good friend and how they can show kindness and care to others in their daily lives.

Physical Education

We are learning about gymnastics, focusing on creating and improving movement sequences that include travelling, balancing, jumping, and rolling. We are using apparatus to try new skills safely, change direction and speed, and link movements smoothly. We are also learning to show courage by trying new experiences and to evaluate performances by recognising strengths and areas for improvement in ourselves and others.

Science 

We have been busy scientists in Jerusalem Class, we have covered topics of, How to Group and Classify Living Things, Sates of Matter and Electricity. The children explored how living things are grouped and classified, they learned what makes something alive and sorted plants and animals based on observable features, including grouping animals into vertebrates and invertebrates. The children used simple classification keys and discovered how living things are adapted to different habibtats, while developing their observation, comparison and scientific vocabulary skills. Within the topic States of Matter, the children explored solids, liquids and gases and identified the key properties of each. We investigated how materials can change state through heating and cooling, including melting, freezing and evaporation. We also explored the water cycle and discussed the process of a puddle, the children were amazed that we use the same water as the dinosaurs did! As a class, we explored electricty, we learned how to identify elctrical appliances and whether or not they used a mains supply or a cell to operate. We investigated how to make a simple circuit using a cell, wires and a bulb; we looked at problem solving a faulty circuit and the importance of having a complete circuit. Also, we identified which matterials are elctrical conductors and electrical insulators, this helped us develop our skills on elctrical safety.

French 

This half term in French, we have learned some simple classroom instructions and the names of common classroom equipment. We practiced how to ask and answer questions about things we have and do not have. We also read simple French sentences and wrote our own short presentations, describing what we have in our bag. In our writing, we used previous learning such as numbers, colours and size.

The Feast of St Thomas Aquinas 

St. Thomas Aquinas was a very clever and kind man who lived about 800 years ago in Italy and became a priest and teacher. He loved learning and asking big questions about God, faith, and how to live a good life, and he wrote many books to help people understand God better. St. Thomas believed that God made the world and loves everyone, and that people can learn about God by using both faith (believing) and reason (thinking). He taught that being wise means choosing what is good and right, loving God, and caring for others, especially those in need. Because of his wisdom and gentle nature, he is remembered as one of the Church’s greatest teachers and a saint who showed that using our minds well is one way to serve God and others.  Thank you to the whole school for such a beautiful Mass today.

English

In English, we have been reading Escape from Pompeii and making predictions about the story using evidence from the text. The children have been identifying writing features such as nouns and pronouns, learning how to avoid repetition by using pronouns and expanded noun phrases. They have also performed poems, written their own free verse poems, and written a newspaper article about Pompeii using the skills they have learned. In addition, the children have explored Tranio’s day from the story and written a diary entry from Tranio’s point of view, showing their understanding of character and events.

Music

We learned a new song called The River Is Flowing. After practising it together several times, we split into two groups and sang it as a round, with one group starting first and the second group joining from the beginning shortly afterwards. We also listened to The Moldau by Bedřich Smetana, a piece that evokes the River Vltava (known as the Moldau in German), the longest river in the Czech Republic, from its source to its mouth. We studied a diagram of a river and discussed how the composer used dynamics, tempo, and texture to represent the different stages of the river’s journey.

Class Worship

Year 6 children visited our class to lead a worship session. They shared a Bible story and guided us to think about its message. We were given time to reflect on how we can show kindness, fairness, and love to others, as God teaches us. The worship was peaceful, thoughtful, and well led.

Mathematics

In Maths, we have been learning about multiplication and division. We have been practicing our times tables, using related facts, and solving problems with arrays, number lines, and grouping. This helps us see patterns in numbers and become more confident with our calculations.

Religious Education

The children have been learning about Jesus and the Kingdom of God, building on what they already know about his life, stories and miracles. They explored the visit of the Magi and what their gifts show about who Jesus is, learned about Jesus’ miracles as signs of compassion and God’s kingdom, and studied parables to understand what the Kingdom of God is like. They also learned the Lord’s Prayer and how it links to living and building God’s kingdom.

Physical Education

Our class has been learning how to pass a ball in different ways, such as a handball pass, bounce pass, and one-handed pass. We have practised moving into space after passing and using simple tactics, like feints, to get past a defender in games. We have also learned the importance of honesty by counting our passes correctly, playing by the rules, and showing fair play.

Lego Builders

Today, the class took part in an exciting Lego Builders workshop where they designed and built a range of Lego models before introducing an electricity circuit to them, helping to bring science to life in a practical and engaging way. The children explored how circuits work by connecting components to make their creations light up or move, developing their problem-solving and teamwork skills. They worked hard throughout the session, showed great creativity and perseverance, and all thoroughly enjoyed the hands-on learning experience.

Class Worship

The class worship was led by two pupils children Year 4/5, who delivered it clearly and confidently. They introduced the theme well and encouraged the class to reflect through a short reading and thoughtful questions. The children worked well together and showed maturity and responsibility. Overall, the worship was meaningful and engaging.

DT

Children have learnt to produce a range of free-standing frame structures in different shapes and sizes, designing a pavilion that is strong, stable and aesthetically pleasing. They have learnt to select appropriate materials and construction techniques to create a stable, free-standing frame structure, as well as choosing suitable materials and techniques to add cladding to their pavilion.

School of Sanctuary Reading

In our School of Sanctuary, we have a fantastic collection of books that we love exploring in the reading den. These stories not only spark our imagination but also teach us about kindness, respect, and understanding others. The reading den is a calm and welcoming space where we can relax, share stories, and discover new adventures together.

Geography

We have been learning about latitude and longitude, climate zones, and how seasons differ between the hemispheres. They have explored Antarctica’s location, climate, and why people visit for research and tourism, including what researchers wear and use. They have also learned about Shackleton’s expedition, used maps and compass directions, compared life in the UK and Antarctica, and drawn an expedition route.

Class Worship

Our class took part in a meaningful class worship. Some children confidently took on special roles by reading from the Bible and leading a prayer, while others listened respectfully and participated thoughtfully. The children showed enthusiasm, cooperation, and a growing understanding of the importance of worship, making the experience a positive and reflective time for everyone.”

Art

In art, we have been developing our skills by creating three-dimensional effects using light and dark tones, experimenting with lines and marks to show texture, and drawing objects in proportion. We have also explored composition by carefully considering space, as well as using collage and the impasto technique to create rich, textured effects.

Epiphany

Today our school marked the Epiphany by chalking the door, a traditional Catholic blessing. The inscription (e.g. 20 + C + M + B + 25) reminds us of the Magi and asks for God’s blessing on all who enter — Christus Mansionem Benedicat (“May Christ bless this home”). As a School of Welcome and Sanctuary, this tradition reflects our call to welcome others just as we welcome Jesus, revealed to the world at Epiphany, with open hearts and open doors.

Christmas Activities

For their Christmas activities, the children have taken part in the Santa Dash, glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, donkey rides, Christmas parties, and a pyjama film day. They also enjoyed a range of festive crafts, seasonal games, and music-filled celebrations that helped create a joyful atmosphere throughout the school. These activities encouraged teamwork, creativity, and festive spirit, giving the children the opportunity to relax, have fun with their friends, and make special memories during the Christmas season.

Christmas Carol Service 

Our Christmas Carol Service is a special time for our school community to come together in prayer, song and reflection. During the Year of Pilgrims of Hope, we are invited to think about journeys — our own and those made by people around the world.As a School of Sanctuary, our service reflects our commitment to welcome, kindness and safety for all. Through carols, readings and prayers, the children will help us reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. At the heart of our celebration is the birth of Jesus, the Light of the World, who guides us to live with hope, love and faith.

Pasada Box

During Advent, each class takes part in the Posada tradition. A Posada box, containing Mary and Joseph, reminds us of their journey in search of shelter before Jesus’ birth.

As the box visits different homes, families are invited to pray, reflect, and consider how they can show kindness and compassion to others. The Posada encourages children to think about welcoming those who may feel vulnerable or excluded, and to live out their faith through loving actions.

Christmas Pantomime

We enjoyed a magical trip to the Pleasure Beach to watch the pantomime Cinderella. The children were full of excitement as they stepped into the theatre, and the performance certainly didn’t disappoint! From dazzling costumes and lively songs to plenty of laughter and traditional “He’s behind you!” moments, the show captured the imagination of every child. Our children joined in brilliantly, showing fantastic behaviour and enthusiasm throughout. Trips like this help bring stories to life, enrich our curriculum, and create wonderful shared memories. A huge thank you to the staff and volunteers who supported the visit—and well done to our KS2 pupils for representing our school so beautifully.

Christmas Dinner 

We all came together for Christmas dinner, wrapped up in our colourful Christmas jumpers. We ate, laughed, and soaked up the cosy festive spirit. We sang our favourite Christmas songs, danced around the room, and pulled crackers, sending little jokes and paper crowns flying everywhere.

Library Bus

The children visited the library bus and were able to choose some new books for our class to enjoy and read. They loved browsing through the different genres and finding titles that caught their interest. It was a wonderful opportunity for them to develop their love of reading and share their favourite discoveries with their friends.

Advent Workshop

We held our class Advent workshop, and the children were joined by their parents. The children read an Advent liturgy to their parents and the class, and together we spent time reflecting on its meaning. We then decorated Advent baubles, each featuring a key word from the season—such as hope—and designed them creatively. The children and their parents worked beautifully together, and we enjoyed a truly lovely afternoon celebrating our Advent liturgy workshop.

Mathematics

In maths, we have been learning about area, fact families, times tables, arrays, and multiplication and division facts. The children have worked hard and shown great enthusiasm as they explored these concepts in a variety of fun and engaging ways. They particularly enjoyed using practical activities, games, and visual models to deepen their understanding and build confidence.

Advent Liturgy 

We held our Advent Liturgy assembly in preparation for the start of Advent on 1st December. Our Mini Vinnies led a thoughtful liturgy for the whole school, sharing prayers and reflections to help us prepare for the season. It was a lovely way to begin our Advent journey together.

Fleetwood Lantern Parade Preparation

We have been making our own lanterns in preparation for the Fleetwood Lantern Parade, and the children have been trying very hard and showing wonderful creativity in their ideas.

Class Mass 

We attended our class Mass, and Father Stephen explained the Gospel story to us. We listened carefully and joined in with the responses. We all went up for a blessing, and Father Stephen was impressed with our answers to his questions. He used a box of sweets to show us that God’s love is something to be shared and not kept for just one person.

The Presentation of Mary

We gathered together as a school to celebrate the beautiful feast of the Presentation of Mary. During the Mass, we reflected on Mary’s faith, courage, and trust in God, and thought about how we can follow her example in our own lives. Zion class took part reverently in the readings, prayers, and singing, helping to make the celebration meaningful for our whole school community. It was a special moment of prayer and gratitude as we honoured Mary and asked her to guide us on our journey of faith.

Red Wednesday

On Wednesday 19th November, children were invited to wear one red item with their school uniform to support Aid to the Church in Need’s #RedWednesday campaign, which raises awareness of people persecuted for their Christian faith. As a Catholic school, November was a month of remembrance. #RedWednesday helped us reflect on those today who suffer for their faith and show courage in the face of injustice. Families were invited to join us in prayer and solidarity for all who were persecuted or suffering worldwide.

Health and Wellbeing Day

During our Mental Health Day, we’ve taken part in a variety of activities. One focused on understanding how our minds work, while others included outdoor resilience games and discussions about how we can become the best versions of ourselves. We also had relaxation time to reflect and give our minds space to rest. In addition, we took part in anti-bullying activities and wore odd socks to help raise awareness for Mental Health Day.

English

In English, we have been working on the animated clip Powerless. The children have been creative, writing their own past-tense stories based on the clip and using a range of grammar features to improve their work. They have really enjoyed the animation and sharing their thoughts about the wordless story.

Music

We have been learning about Rock and Roll — exploring its origins, key features, and influence on modern music. We also had fun performing the Hand Jive, a popular dance from the Rock and Roll era!

Class Worship 

We held a lovely class worship where the children took active roles in leading each part. A child read a passage from the Bible, another shared our closing prayer, and another lit the candle to remind us of God’s light. We have also learned a new Gospel Acclamation song, which the children now include in every worship. It has brought a wonderful sense of unity and joy to our celebrations.

Physical Education 

In PE, we are developing our dance skills by exploring moves from cultures around the world. Using poems and mind maps as inspiration, we create imaginative routines that reflect different themes. We work cooperatively in groups, giving peer feedback and showing good timing, posture, and extension while performing with creativity and cultural awareness.

Remembrance Day

Our school came together to mark Remembrance Day with a special whole-school assembly. We all gathered in the hall to do our two-minute silence, taking time to reflect on the bravery and sacrifices of those who have served in wars and conflicts. It was a meaningful moment of respect and remembrance for everyone.

French

This term in French, we have been learning how to greet each other, ask and answer questions such as “Comment ça va ?” (How are you?), and introduce ourselves. We practised these skills through the nursery rhyme “Deux petits chatons” (Two Tiny Kittens).

We also learned to describe shapes using colours and sizes, and practised counting in French up to twelve (douze). In addition, we learned how to ask someone’s age (Quel âge as-tu ?) and say how old we are (J’ai huit ans, for example).

To finish, we enjoyed playing some traditional French playground games, including “La Marelle” (similar to hopscotch) and “Le Loup est-il passé ?” (Has the wolf passed?), a fun circle game with a song.

Culture Music Festival

We were fortunate to take part in a fantastic Culture Music Festival today! An Arabic musician generously shared his music and culture with us, and we even learned an Arabic song. We listened to a variety of instruments and later joined an assembly where we showcased another musician’s work — Stomp. What a wonderful and inspiring afternoon it’s been!

HRSE

In HRSE we have learned that God created each of us for a purpose and that every human life is precious. We listened to the story of Jairus’ daughter and saw how Jesus cares for everyone. We also learned about the Sacraments of Baptism and Reconciliation. Recently, we have been thinking about how we are all unique and how we can respect and care for our bodies.

All Saints' Day 

Our whole school celebrated All Saints’ Day with a special Mass. We learnt that it is a time to remember and honour all the saints who showed faith, kindness, and devotion to God. We listened to readings and prayers about how the saints followed Jesus through their courage and love for others. We also learnt about St Oscar Romero, who was born in El Salvador in 1917. He became the Archbishop of San Salvador and spoke out bravely against injustice, helping those who were poor and treated unfairly.

Pumpkin Parade 

The children have decorated a pumpkin inspired by their favourite book character! They worked so hard at home with the help of their parents, and we were so impressed with the amazing creations they brought in. Every pumpkin was unique and showed such creativity and effort — they’ve all done a fantastic job!

DT

Learning a basic biscuit recipe and adapting it for a new audience while considering the cost of ingredients and other expenses against a set budget. We then adapted our recipe to make tasty biscuits.

SCARF Visit – “It’s Great to Be Me!”

The children had a great time during a visit from SCARF, learning all about the theme “It’s Great to Be Me!”

They explored how the brain works, including how it learns from mistakes and stores memories. They discovered important parts of the brain like the hippocampus (memory), the brain stem (basic functions), the amygdala (emotions), and the prefrontal cortex (decision-making and self-control).

It was a fun and fascinating way to learn more about themselves and how their amazing brains work!

Religious Education

In RE, we have been learning that humans are made in the image of God, which means everyone is equal and deserves respect. We linked this to the creation story, which shows that the world is a gift from God and we are called to care for it. This connects to Catholic teaching about stewardship and human dignity. We also explored religious words like “imago Dei” and saw how the Psalms praise God for creation, reminding us to look after the world and treat others fairly.

Creepy Crawly Man

The creepy crawling man came in and showed us lots of different creepy crawlies. The children were very excited—and a little nervous—as they got the chance to hold some of them!

Geography 

We have been learning about where our food comes from, food miles, and how transporting food can harm the environment. We have been exploring ways to reduce food waste and make choices that help protect our planet.

Praying the Rosary

We took part in Aid to the Church in Need’s global campaign, “One Million Children Praying the Rosary,” joining children around the world in prayer for peace and unity.

Gathered in our Peace and Prayer Garden, the children prayed the Rosary with faith and love in front of the statue of Mary. As they moved through each decade, they reflected on the life of Jesus through Mary’s eyes.

This special moment reminded us that even small prayers, when said with love, can help bring peace to our world.

“When a million children pray the Rosary, the world will change.” – Saint Padre Pio

English

In English, we have been analysing fact files so we can write our own about Roald Dahl. We looked at the key features of a fact file, such as headings, subheadings, bullet points, interesting facts, and pictures. This helped us understand how to organise information clearly and make it fun to read. 

We have also been writing a letter as they received a letter from Mr. Willy Wonka, asking them to try some chocolates and help him choose which one to keep making. They wrote persuasive letters to convince him of their favourite, using exciting vocabulary and clear reasons. We think Mr. Wonka will be very impressed!

The Compassion Project 

A refugee lady visited our class to teach us about real stories of refugees. She explained that anyone can become a refugee and even told us about some famous ones. She asked us to imagine what we’d take if we had to leave home quickly. We also learned about the tough challenges refugees face, like finding safety and a new place to live.

WOW Badges for Active Travel!

The children in our class have been awarded WOW badges for their amazing efforts in travelling actively to school throughout September. Whether they walked, scooted, cycled, or used park and stride, everyone showed real commitment to staying active and making healthy travel choices. Well done to all our badge earners – keep it up!

Class Mass

We had our first class Mass. We listened carefully and had a wonderful time hearing Father Stephen. It was a special experience and we enjoyed being part of it together.

Head Boy and Head Girl speeches

We took part in a democratic process where we listened carefully to the Year 6 children present their Head Boy and Head Girl speeches. Afterwards, we each had the opportunity to cast our vote to help decide who would represent our school.

English

We have been reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Using the front cover and clues from the text, we have been predicting and inferring what might happen in the story. We have also been exploring exciting adjectives to help us write character descriptions, bringing the characters to life with rich and detailed vocabulary.

Music

We have been making music with our hands, feet, fingers, and mouths to create the sound of rain. The children had lots of fun clapping, clicking, and stomping to make raindrops, showers, and even thunder. They enjoyed working together, listening to each other, and using their imaginations to create a rainstorm with sound!

Worship

We had worship time in class where we came together to reflect and pray. It was a special time for the children to be calm, thoughtful, and share in moments of peace and thankfulness.

Physical Education

We have been doing gymnastics and practicing our rolls. The children tried different techniques to help them, such as tucking their heads in, keeping their knees close, and using their arms for balance. They enjoyed experimenting with these movements and building their confidence as they rolled in different ways.

Mathematics

We’ve been learning about place value using practical resources like base ten blocks, including hundreds blocks, and place value charts to help us understand the value of different digits.
 

Getting to know each other

In Jerusalem Class, we’ve enjoyed getting to know each other through fun games like Human Bingo. We have also explored the meaning of our class name and gathered interesting facts. It’s been a great start to the year!