We care Wednesday Crew

20th April 2025Mrs Haycock

In Crew this week, Years 3 and 4 have been thinking about the health of their bodies as well as their mental health too. They have discovered that exercise is not only good for bodies, but that it also activates and cleanses minds; making people feel happier from the serotonin and endorphins that are released during the time that they exercise! Aerobic exercises like running, cycling and swimming are particularly effective. Exercise boosts the brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) which supports the production and release of serotonin as well as overall brain health! Because of this, Crew Haycock and 3H have pledged to carry out some physical exercise (in addition to their PE lessons in school) for ten minutes a day.

Go Crew Haycock – you’ve got this and so have I. I pledge to do this additional exercise with you!

Mrs Haycock

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We are crew!

20th April 2025Mrs Haycock

Years 3 and 4 worked really hard in their crews last week to build their background knowledge of a variety of different survival techniques. When working with Mrs Haycock, they had two different challenges to complete. Firstly, they had to use the pipes to transport as much water as they could, as far as they could and without any leaks; and secondly, they were asked to consider what happens when there is a huge influx of water all at once!

I think it is clear to say that we had great fun despite getting a little wet, (perhaps soaked would be a better term). However, more importantly, we learnt that if there is a hole in the pipe work, the water will find it and leak through it. We also learnt that when there is a huge influx of water all at once, our river systems and drains simply cannot cope with the deluge and flooding takes place!

Well done everyone! Special shout out to Crew Vines who transported the water the furthest with out a single drip leaking out of the tubes!

Mrs Haycock

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LKS2 Disaster Survival Day

16th April 2025Mrs Graves

Our first day back after the spring holidays, we were greeted by disaster!

Plover School had been struck by a hurricane, earthquake and a volcanic eruption. Our classrooms were turned upside down and it was crucial that we learnt the skills to survive, in case it happened again!

We took part in different activities to prepare us if the worst was to happen: nightlife; floor is lava; den building; water transporting by pipes and containers and earthquake proof building making.

It was a great day and great communication and teamwork skills were evident in every crew.

Well done.

Mrs Graves

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Self care posters

5th March 2025Laura Brown

For we care Wednesday’s crew session, we discussed the importance of looking after our mental health. The children all created self care posters to show how they care for themselves. Some great discussions and ideas shared. Well done crew!

Miss Brown

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Reading for pleasure

4th March 2025Miss Lotysz

Year 6 spent some time this morning reading the books they enjoyed. Some children chose to share their books with their friends, whilst others used this time to read by themselves.

Read and Relax

28th February 2025Mr Schofield

After an exciting session preparing for World Book Day, Crew Schofield relaxed with their friends and a favourite book this Wednesday.

Giving back to our community

25th February 2025Chloe Myers

Yesterday, Year 5 students took part in a rewarding and impactful litter-picking activity to give back to our local community. With bags in hand, we spent the afternoon cleaning up the local area, showing that small actions can make a big difference.