Ash Tree Class Blog
Weekly Update 6.11.26
Mrs Trotter (l.trotter) on: Ash Tree Class Blog
Hi,
A positive start to the half-term.
The children have continued with a range of work connected to our topic about World War Two. They have been preparing to write a non-chronological report about the role of women during the war, completing a reading comprehension about The Blitz and learning about the role The Battle of Britain played in World War Two. Next week, the children will complete activities to understand the important purpose of Remembrance Day.
Thank you to parents who have emailed photos of World War Two memorabilia and rationing cooking. We plan to hold a 'Living Museum' on Monday 30th November where children can display and share information about their World War Two items. More information about this to follow.
The children in Year 5 were excited to hear the announcement that their Easter production will be Matilda. Information has been sent home about this.
Enjoy and stay safe this 'Bonfire Night' weekend. Mrs Harris discussed how to stay safe during her assembly this week.
Mrs Trotter
Weekly Update 22.10.26
Mrs Trotter (l.trotter) on: Ash Tree Class Blog
Hi,
An exceptionally busy half-term and week draws to a close.
Year 5 enjoyed a singing workshop this week and will be performing at Yeadon Town Hall next half-term. The children in Year 5 have also had the opportunity to show their individual theatrical skills this week as plans for next year's performance begin.
It was lovely to meet with parents this week to share how well the class has settled.
Enjoy the autumnal break and Halloween.
Mrs Trotter
Weekly Update 16.10.26
Mrs Trotter (l.trotter) on: Ash Tree Class Blog
Hi,
Ash Tree Class completed their evacuee diary entries this week. They completed these in the role of an evacuee, expressing the thoughts and feelings that children of this era may have experienced. Some of the entries are on display in the main school corridor - take a look on parents' evening next week.
If you haven't booked a parents' evening appointment, I still have availability on both Tuesday and Wednesday. I am looking forward to sharing with parents how children have settled into this incredibly busy half term.
We are sending some additional rationing homework this weekend which could be an exciting project over the holidays.
Year 5 children also have the opportunity to do an informal audition for the 2027 Year 5 show next week. The children will also have the opportunity to take part in a singing workshop.
Another busy week until the holidays!
Have a lovely weekend
Mrs Trotter
Weekly Update 9.10.26
Mrs Trotter (l.trotter) on: Ash Tree Class Blog
Hi,
Another busy week full of diary writing, place value lessons and discussions about rationing.
We held the important elections of our school council representatives this week. Well done to all children who put themselves forward for these important roles in school.
Well done to George who was voted to represent the Year 5 children in Ash Tree Class.
Well done to Louise who was voted to be the Chairperson of the School Council.
An important letter was sent home this week regarding the My Health, My School Survey. Children require parental permission to complete the survey and all slips need to be back in school by Monday 12th October.
A very autumnal weekend ahead. Enjoy.
Mrs Trotter
Weekly Update 2.10.26
Mrs Trotter (l.trotter) on: Ash Tree Class Blog
Hi,
Ash Tree Class have been immersed in understanding how and why evacuation took place during World War Two. In English lessons, the children have been identifying the features of diary writing and have been planning their own entry in the role of an evacuee. Lots of feelings words have been discussed to explain the range of emotions the evacuees would have been feeling. In our history lesson, we discussed what the evacuees would have packed in their suitcase (if they had one!).
Lots of number line work and ordering and comparing numbers has taken place in maths. The children in my group have become increasingly confident in their understanding on how numbers can be ordered in both ascending and descending order.
The process of voting for School Council will take place next week. If children are interested they need to produce a poster to present to class and explain why they would like to take on this important role in school.
Have a lovely weekend.
Mrs Trotter