Here is a sample of our incredible English work this week, where the children are looking at how Stanley, the main character from our book Holes, can describe Camp Green Lake to his worried mother!
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In the heart of Leicestershire, nestled amidst lush greenery, lies Twycross Zoo – a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and curious young minds. Recently, our Year 2 pupils embarked on an unforgettable trip to this remarkable zoo. The zoo’s sprawling 100+ acres offered a diverse range of habitats. They learned about the delicate balance between flora
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Serial Mash is a growing online library of books which is included with Purplemash. The books are aimed at children aged 5-11. All pupils at Gosford Park have access to over 100 online books. The love of reading is one of the most important life ‘skills/lessons’ we can foster in our students. A book has
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This is a BBC competition that we think our wonderful writers could enter! We have amazing writers this year and it could be an amazing opportunity to share their skills. You need to write a story in 500 words and submit it directly through their website. https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/500-words
Feel free to browse around and choose any book to read or listen to, all you have to do is click on the book cover and it will direct you to the website. These are all books to support the children’s Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) development and Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE).
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‘Every child an author’ Here at Gosford Park, writing is an integral part of our curriculum. Children from Nursery to Year 6 are provided with many opportunities to practise and apply their writing skills across the curriculum. We believe that all of our pupils have the right to be able to express themselves, their knowledge,
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Yesterday, there was a fantastic buzz all around school as the children were challenged to ‘dress up’ their reading corners in their classrooms. Each class was presented with a special package of books to add to their shelves during assembly and throughout the day, the children and adults worked hard to showcase that at Gosford park,
Oxford Owl offers a fantastic free eBook library for children aged 3–11 years old. Here’s what you need to know: Remember, the eBooks are not optimized for mobile phones, so it’s best to use a computer, laptop, or tablet for the best reading experience. Happy reading! 📖✨ If you’d like to explore the library directly, you can visit
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