Message from the Head
We have been delighted by the way the children have settled into their new classes in September and this first edition of the Junior Monthly Messenger of this academic year reflects the busy and exciting learning environment that exists within the school. Our new children, just starting out on their Hymers journey, have adapted extremely well, making the most of the opportunities on offer, including our extensive extra-curricular programme.
It was wonderful to see the way our Year 5 children conducted themselves on their first residential trip at PGL Caythorpe Court in Lincolnshire. They approached the challenges of being away from home and of conquering fears on the activities with resilience, determination and humour. Most pleasing, however, was seeing the principles of our CARE Code shining through during the weekend, as children supported one another fantastically well, forging new friendships and bonds whilst working together in teams. I am also very grateful to our parent body for their ongoing support for our trips programme.
Peter Doyle, Head of Junior School
Year 5 Residential
Children in Year 5 had an action packed weekend at PGL.Activities included zip wire, giantswing, vertical challenge, trapeze, high ropes, archery tag, raft building, canoeing and sensory trail.The children had a wonderful timeand learnt valuableteambuilding skills.
Thank you to Mr Doyle, Mrs Julian, Miss Hammond,Mr Whitehead and Mrs Redhead.
More photos are insidethis issue.
Forest School
The children in Year 4 enjoyed a Forest Schools Day led by our Outdoor Education Co-ordinator, Mrs Griffith.
Science
Thechildren in 5H used toilet paper to measure thedistance of the planets from thesun in their science lesson.
It’s been an exciting start to theyear in theArt room.
Year 3 have started theyear by experimenting with mark making to create line, shape and toneusing charcoal.They enjoyed getting their hands dirty and creating large gestural drawings of small objects.
Year 4 have also explored charcoal and used it to draw stories. They worked from life, creating story scenes using toys.We can’t wait to seewhere they take their ideas next.
Year 5 are developing their understanding of typography.They used their drawing and graphic skills to create typography.They worked over maps to make their drawings strong and powerful.
Year 6 is all about dogs!They have explored how artists transform 2Ddrawings into3Dobjects.They have scaled up drawings and added texture and form to simple shapes. We’re excited to share thefinished installation!
Brass Demonstration
Thechildren in Years 3 and 4 were given a brass demonstration by Mr Bartlett with thehelp of some of our wonderful Senior School brass players.The children learnt how thesound is created and about thedifferent instruments in thebrass family.
If any child wishes to take up individual brass lessons or any other musical instrument, please follow this link for more details: https://bit.ly/3ym6OPS
5H celebrated theJewish New Year festival Yom Kippur. They tasted challah bread and learnt about how Jewish people celebrate theNew Year.
Roald Dahl Workshop
Children in Year 5 enjoyed a virtual visit to the Roald Dahl Museum last week! They took part in an exciting writing workshop, learning how to write in "gobblefunk" and using Dahl's creative techniques to turn everyday objects intowonderfulinventions.
George’s Marvellous Medicine
by Roald Dahl
A fascinating tale about a boy called George and his annoying Grandma.Thisbook is a rollercoaster of revenge, cunningness and excitement that you won’t want to put down until you’ve finished. George thinks up a brilliant trick by creating a magic medicine. In his excitement, hewatches whathis medicine does to his Grandma.
Read George’s Marvellous Medicine to find out what medicine does to his Grandma. Itwill make you laugh until your sides ache. Suitablefor ages 6-11.
By Gaurangi, Year 4
Dog Man Lord of the Fleas
By Dav Pilkey
This is a really funny book with lots of colourful pictures.
Thestory is about a littlecat called Li’l Petey and Dog Man who save theworld from Crunky, Piggy andBub. Thebook is filled withaction-packed comedy and lifelearning lessons about being ableto change.
My favouritecharacter is Li’l Petey because heis cute and silly. I also love his knock-knock jokes. I didn’t like Piggy because heis always mean and annoying.
I rate this book a solid 9/10 and I am looking forward to the next book about Dog Man.
By Harry, Year 4The Ickabog
by JK Rowling
TheIckabog is about a mythical monster who turns out to be real,a silly king, his evil friend and brave children that go on an adventure.
I like it because you never know whatis going to happen. Thestory twists all over the place. Theending is epic!
I would recommend it to anyone, especially those who love adventure. Even my mum loved it!
By George, Year 4Wonder
by RJ PalacioI recommend Wonder because it is such a lovely book. Ithas wonderful vocabulary and is really fun to read. I enjoyed it so much that I read 5 pages every night and even more if I had time. I recommend it to 7-11 years or older.
Herecomes the spoiler. It’s about a boy called August. He has a faceproblem and You can read the rest and find out more. It’s really nice to read and you can learn a lot of things so please try and read it. It’s really good and my rating for it would be 10/10.
By Yashvi, Year 4This year, we are raising theprofileof readingin theJunior School.The benefits of reading are widely known and include extending children’s vocabulary, children perform better academically, children’s imagination and creative skills develop, they learn how to develop empathy, they gain a deeper understanding of theworld and concentration levels improve.
Children are encouraged to read at least 3 times a week and gettheir reading records signed byan adult at home.They can then earn points for their team:Morpurgo, Dahl,Rowling and Wilson. Every Friday we learn which teamhas scored the most points!
Happy reading!
Wellbeing Corner
Summer Reading Challenge
Well doneto all of the children who took part in theSummer Reading Challenge. They were presented with their certificates in assembly.
Planets!
Remember to read 3 times a week!
A new Wellbeing Corner has been created in thelibrary designed for children who may need to take some timeout.A huge thank you to Mrs Eagle, Miss Clark, Mrs Rowland,Miss Hammond, Mrs Redhead and Miss Dunn for their help with this.
Our young scientists are loving the VR headsets. 5M were immersed into the solar system and could virtually touch the planets. Year 5 are learning all about the secrets of our universe in Science. Our little space explorers were gobsmacked when they discovered the scale distance of the planets from the sun too!
MFL
Joke of the Month
What's the best thing about Switzerland?
I don’t know, but the flag is a big plus!
