Maths in FS2!
FS2 have been working on subitising in Maths, this is the skill of recognising an amount without needing to count! The children are focusing on recognising amounts from 1-3, and will build up to recognising up to 5 over the coming weeks. It takes lots of practise, as amounts can be in different arrangements. Great […]
Maths Superstars!
This week in Special Mentions assembly, our focus has been on Maths. Well done to this amazing bunch of superstars, for really developing their Maths skills, reasoning and explanations. You should all be very proud of yourselves! #WeAreAlwaysLearning
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star in FS1
This week, FS1 have been learning all about stars. The children have learnt to sing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star using the makaton actions, and we are so proud of them! They also made twinkling star biscuits, and practiced counting different amounts. In phonics, they have been learning about the different sounds that animals make and […]
Y6 Lesson with the Lords
On Monday morning, the children asked a Baroness, who works in the House of Lords, a series of questions. They found out how she became one, what it’s like to work in the Houses of Parliament and even what she does in her spare time! The children showed the Ashwood Way through listening well and […]
Y4 Library Trip!
This week, Year 4 went on their first trip of the school year to Rawmarsh Library. They took part in lots of fun activities and they got to learn so much more about their local library! They were all absolutely brilliant, and have made their school proud. Well done Y4!
Making Friends in FS2!
The first couple of weeks in FS2 have been all about learning the routine, making friends and having fun! There is a lot to get used to when you start school. There’s also many adults who help throughout the day, and they have all come to the classroom to play. The children have also become […]
Y1 Maths Superstars!
The children in Y1 have been working really hard on their place value skills. They have been using a range of apparatus to secure their understanding of numbers, such as place value grids and counters. Keep up the good work Y1! #WeWorkHard
Special Mentions Assembly!
This week in special mentions assembly, we celebrated phonics and reading achievements. At Ashwood we have a high focus on developing phonics and reading skills, and the children have done a fantastic job with this. Also, we encourage them try and read at home as this always improves their reading skills. Keep up the good work everyone! #WeAreProudOfOurAchievements
Welcome FS1!
The children in FS1 have settled brilliantly during their first week at Ashwood! This week, they have been learning about Baa Baa Black sheep. They are learning to sing the rhyme with Makaton actions. The children also practiced being artists this week and represented sheep in different ways. Well done everyone! Click here to practice […]
Eco Warriors Success!
The Ashwood children who were interested in applying for the role of Eco Warrior had a discussion with Miss Roper. They looked at the Energy Sparks programme that the school uses, to monitor CO2 emissions and the cost of energy used. The children then looked at how much energy the Ashwood solar panels are generating. In […]
