​Year 2 had a fantastic day out at Tropical World in Leeds, where we learned all about different habitats and the amazing creatures that live in them.
In the morning, the children took part in an exciting workshop. They became habitat detectives and learned how scientists can work out which animals live in certain environments — by using animal poo for clues!  The children were fascinated to discover how an animal’s diet and droppings can tell us so much about where it lives. They also learned about how animals adapt to their environments to help them survive, and discussed how we can all make good choices to look after our environment.

​After lunch, we explored Tropical World and saw a huge variety of animals from around the world. The children were full of excitement as they spotted reptiles, birds, insects and mammals in their different habitats. The meerkats were a firm favourite — the children loved watching them scurry around and agreed they were very cute!
All of the children behaved beautifully throughout the day and were a real pleasure to take. They listened carefully, showed curiosity, and represented the school wonderfully.
Well done, Year 2 — what a brilliant day of learning and fun!

This week, our Year 2 children have been busy bringing the story of The Three Little Pigs to life through dance — and we couldn’t be prouder of them!
Working in groups, the children collaborated to create a whole-class dance inspired by the key moments of the story. They shared ideas, listened to one another, and supported their teammates throughout the process. It was wonderful to see such positive teamwork and cooperation in action.
The children worked especially hard to synchronise their movements with the music, practising carefully to make sure their timing and actions matched. This took real concentration, resilience, and plenty of determination — and they rose to the challenge brilliantly.
The finished dance is truly amazing. The children performed with enthusiasm, confidence, and creativity, and their enjoyment really shines through. We hope you enjoy watching the video as much as we enjoyed seeing the children learn, rehearse, and perform.
Well done, Year 2 — what a fantastic achievement!

​Year 2 have been busy artists this half-term, exploring printing through a colourful and creative unit inspired by the work of designer Orla Kiely. The children loved discovering her bold use of shape, colour and repeating patterns, and it sparked lots of excitement and ideas in the classroom.

​The children began by looking closely at examples of Orla Kiely’s designs, noticing how simple shapes can be repeated to create striking patterns. They experimented with pattern layouts, thinking carefully about spacing, repetition and colour choices. We talked about how artists plan their work and how patterns can tell a visual story.

​Next came the hands-on part! Each child designed and made their own printing block using sponge, carefully cutting and shaping it to match their chosen design. This required great focus and fine motor skills, as well as problem-solving when shapes didn’t quite work the first time. The children showed fantastic perseverance and creativity throughout this stage.

​Once their blocks were ready, the children explored printing with paint, experimenting with pressure, colour combinations and repeated prints. They quickly discovered that printing doesn’t always come out “perfect” — and that sometimes the most interesting results come from happy accidents! The final pieces show a wonderful range of repeating patterns, from bold and bright to subtle and carefully balanced.
We are so proud of the thought, effort and enthusiasm Year 2 have put into this unit. Their finished prints are full of personality and reflect their growing confidence as artists. Please enjoy the photos below, which capture both the creative process and the fantastic final outcomes.
Well done, Year 2 — what brilliant designers you are!