Yesterday, Class 1 learnt about Remembrance Day before making their own poppy to wear. Just before 11 o’clock they gathered around the flagpole with the rest of the school to lay poppy wreaths and observe 2 minutes silence and remember those who have fought and served their country in the past and those who are still serving now.
On the 31st October all the children took part in activities to raise awareness of ADHD. We imagined what is was like to walk in someone else’s shoes and how empathy is extremely important. The day was full of learning about how ADHD represents itself in others and how it can be different for everyone. We spoke about the idea of a ‘speedy brain’ a simplified version of how the ADHD brain functions in its own neurodiverse way and how this is often shown through the individual being inattentive and hyperactive. We used the analogy of an iceberg to show that these may be the things on the surface that are most noticeable but there is a lot more underneath that people with ADHD struggle with.
As a school we looked at how we are inclusive and how we could help those who were feeling overstimulated and overwhelmed. In the afternoon all the children took part in sensory circuits looking at alerting, organising and calming our bodies ready to learn – we spoke about how this could be a strategy that they might want to use with peers to help them. The children took part beautifully and it was lovely to see what empathetic and kind children there are at Dudley House School.
The children in Class 1 and 2 have been learning about why some people celebrate bonfire night.
Class 1 children read bonfire night poems before writing their own simple poems and the children in Class 2 learnt all about the Gunpowder Plot. The children worked together to create colourful firework pictures using different techniques.
Class 4 has being using Newton Meters to measure the force gravity exerts. They found that on Earth a mass of 100g exerts a force of 1N.
Today during their gymnastics lesson children practised different jumps.
Class 4 used dictionaries to expand their vocabulary by finding the meaning of new words this morning.
Class 1 and Class 2 enjoyed a lovely Nature Walk along the riverbank this week. They used their senses to identify the signs of Autumn around them and they saw lots of beautiful things, including an otter!
Back in the classroom, they examined the leaves they had collected before using them in printing and collage work. Several members of the public commented on their excellent behaviour and smart uniforms during the walk – well done Class 1 and Class 2!
This morning, the children in Dudley House School enjoyed celebrating and thanking God for the harvest. As well as sharing facts about bread, they also retold the story of the Little Red Hen through drama and songs. The story emphasised this terms worship theme of service, by lending a hand and sharing with others.
Afterwards, the Year 6 children enjoyed visiting elderly people within the community and giving them a cyclamen plant to cheer their day. Some of the children were nervous at first but were soon keen to present the gift and chat to the recipients. As one grateful lady shared as the children were leaving – ‘Their visit was just what I needed today – it has made my day.’
What little act of kindness could you do for someone today?
This morning, prospective school councillors addressed the whole outlining why people should vote for them. After the election addresses, pupils cast their vote at the polling station.
Votes have been counted and results of the School Council elections will be announced on Monday.
The School Council decided that this year they would like to raise funds for Jeans for Genes – a charity that supports children living with genetic disorders. Pupils came to school dressed in denim and their donations raised £51.70 towards this worthwhile cause that helps provide vital care and support for affected children and their families.
Thank you everyone for your generosity.
