Film Production

This week, our Year 5 playground looked a little different – not with footballs and skipping ropes, but with cameras, storyboards and plenty of creative buzz. The children officially launched the early stages of their film production careers by transforming the outdoor space into a working film set.
As part of their learning, the children explored how filmmakers use different camera techniques to tell a story. They investigated the pros and cons of close-ups, long shots and zooms, discussing how each shot can change the way an audience feels or understands a scene. Armed with this knowledge, the children worked from a pre-prepared storyboard, carefully planning what each shot should show before filming one another in action.
The playground was alive with purposeful teamwork as directors, camera operators and actors collaborated to bring their short sequences to life. There was lots of discussion about framing, movement and making sure the intended shot matched the storyboard – just like real filmmakers!
Once filming was complete, the children stepped into the role of film critics. They evaluated their work using WWW (What Went Well) and WWT (What Was Tricky), thoughtfully reflecting on what they had achieved and where improvements could be made. This analysis is a crucial step and will directly feed into the next phase of learning.
Over the coming weeks, the children will use everything they’ve learned to design their own storyboards and create their very own independent films!