Some of the Junior students discovered more about the history of hair braiding as part of their Black History Month learning. They also had the opportunity to observe Miss Donalee create a variety of styles, including cornrows and fishtail braids. It was great to then see the children have a…
Year 5 had a wonderful visit to the Migration Museum as part of their Geography unit, which was focused on migration to England. The children took part in a fun workshop during which they discussed the push and pull factors that cause people to want to, or even have to,…
After two weeks of planning, Year 4 completed their first non-chronological report of the year. In relation to their class read, “Gregory Cool,” the children planned and researched their non-chronological reports over two weeks. They were able to choose between researching dolphins or sharks. The resulting two-page spreads were fantastic!…
The children have been watching fireworks on the big screen, making sparklers using breadsticks, chocolate and sprinkles as well as making some beautiful firework pictures using pipe cleaners.
During the month of October, as part of our Black History Month celebrations, all of the Junior students had a fantastic opportunity to learn about the history of South African Gumboot Dancing. They were amazed to discover that the dancing in gumboots originates from the South African mines, where the…
Year 1 and Year 2 had a wonderful time exploring Whipsnade Zoo! Year 1 particularly enjoyed seeing the Giraffes and the Tigers which will be very helpful when the children start learning about camouflage animals after half term. They asked lots of questions about each animal, wondering why they are…
Chingford Fashion Week came to Normanhurst this morning! The school held an incredible fashion show in the hall, complete with catwalk and judge! The judge was past pupil Eden, who took Art at Normanhurst and has gone on to do some incredible things, including modelling. We were very happy to…
In R.E. this term Year 3 have been studying Hinduism, with the focus on Diwali. The children discussed what happens on Diwali, the meaning and why Hindus celebrate it. To help celebrate Diwali the children made Diva lamps from clay and then painted them in bright colours.
We are delighted to announce Normanhurst’s success at this year’s ISA London North Regional Art Competition. Our amazingly talented students excelled in a broad range of categories, including painting, drawing and textiles. Well done to everyone involved! Full list of winners are: 1st Place Year 5 (current year 6) in…
Year 2 have loved learning about ants this term. They used iPads to research the life cycle of an ant and can now name some of their body parts. During their forest walk, the children searched for the perfect ants to collect and keep in their very own class ant…
