Look who’s been busy over the half term break! Our creative holiday homework projects were met with enthusiasm and the response has been huge. At Hoxton Garden, we believe homework is important for children from an early age, as it helps them gain knowledge and ...
The Young Artists’ Summer Show is a free, open submission exhibition for young artists aged 5 - 19 years. There is no theme so artworks can be of any subject, using any medium. It can be a painting, photograph, drawing, or a combination. Well done...
In science, year 6 have been learning about the circulatory system and the role the heart plays in this. To support their learning, the children had an amazing opportunity to dissect a lamb’s heart. Feeling brave and bold, the children relished the chance to use...
Year 5 are currently exploring the Tudors in History, considering the period of time within British chronology and developing their knowledge on the lives of the rich and poor. During a very exciting workshop, the children they learned poetry, performed dances and explored the life...
Last week we celebrated Anti-Bullying Day which is just one aspect of our PSHCE curriculum to teach children how to be kind to one another. The theme was ‘United’. This year, more than ever, we’ve witnessed the positive power that society can have when we...
Year four took part in a workshop learning about teeth and how to look after them. The moulds of their teeth was very exciting too! ...
The milder, sunnier weather this week has ensured that our children reap the maximum benefits of our outside classroom in the garden. Year 5 have been exploring flax, a plant used to make linen. The children have been breaking, scutching and heckling the flax to...
Listening and talking are the key foundation skills for later literacy and academic achievement. Launchpad for Language is a fun filled language enrichment programme for all children in Nursery and Reception. It works with children, staff and parents to support all children to reach their...
As pupils and staff are encouraged to find greener and socially distanced ways to travel to school, it was good to see Dr Bike and his team in the playground last week. The service was used by children, parents and adults with over 25 bikes ...
Year 5 presented professionally rehearsed news reports about the 1066 Battle of Hastings. Utilising iPad cameras, the children rehearsed their speaking and listening skills, presenting to the whole class. Look out for videos on our website soon! ...
