This week, our Year 5 pupils demonstrated one of our key character traits – courage – during an exciting English lesson. As part of their preparation for writing a witness statement next week, the children took part in a role-play activity that challenged them to step out of their comfort zones and become confident performers.

Our classroom transformed into a police station and a storybook scene as pupils took on the roles of police officers, Goldilocks, and the Three Bears. Their task was to ask and answer questions using both formal and informal language, depending on their role and situation. This helped the children understand how language changes according to audience and purpose – a key skill for their upcoming writing.

What made the lesson particularly special was the courage shown by the children. Speaking in front of their peers, staying in character, and thinking on their feet required bravery, focus, and confidence.

Through their performances, pupils deepened their understanding of how witness statements work, while also developing their speaking and listening skills. It was wonderful to see them supporting one another and celebrating each other’s efforts.

Mrs Lewis

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