As part of their new topic, ‘Make the Change’, Class 5 and 6 had a visit from South West Water to learn about how water is filtered prior to use within the home. All of the children had the opportunity to carry out an experiment, which enabled them
Classes 5 and 6 have been very busy over the past few weeks rehearsing for their Christmas performance. All children, from both classes, have been working very hard to recite words, learn many new songs and getting to know when they are required on stage. Well done
As part of their science topic ‘Animals including Humans’, the children in Year 2 had an exciting visit today from the Cat’s Protection League. The children heard all about the hard and caring work the volunteers do to help lost and stray cats and were then informed how
As part of their English and art lessons, Class 6 have been listening to the story ‘The Adventures of Egg Box Dragon’, written by Richard Adams. The children enjoyed listening to how the character, Emma, made her own dragon out of an egg box and then acknowledging the
As part of their art topic ‘Mother Nature’, Class 6 ventured out into Tehidy woods to explore signs of nature and Autumn. The children had a great day observing the many trees and shrubs and then squelching down the muddy paths to interact with the many squirrels and
This term Year 2 have been learning all about the champion rower Ann Glanville. Ann was born in Saltash and was married to John Glanville, who worked as a waterman – someone who rowed people and cargo across the River Tamar. Together they had 14 children and when John
This year we had our fifth Music in the Marquee concert here at Penpol School, this year featuring the amazing Leanne Kyte as The Ariana Grande Experience. As is fast becoming a tradition, we’ve made a very special short film of the evening to bring back all of
At last the sun was shining and Class 6 were able to go on their educational visit to the Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens, without wearing wellington boots, coats and hats. Whilst at the gardens, the children got to observe a variety of sculptures and exotic plants, which they were
Despite the awful weather conditions, Class 6 had an enjoyable day out at Trevaskis Farm. During their visit the children heard interesting facts about a range of fruit and vegetables and then went to meet some of the animals, who were brave enough to venture out in the
As part of their art topic ‘Sculpture’ Class 6 had a busy afternoon up in the wildlife area creating sculptures from natural materials. The children enjoyed working together to select sticks, stones, flowers and leaves to create their own designs.
Before being beaten by the weather, Class 6 had a great time exploring in the sand, rocks and sea. The children were so excited to find a crab and with a little bit of help from Hazel, managed to find its way back to the sea. The children
The last four years have seen sell out performances at our annual Music In The Marquee concerts from Little Chix, Yellow and last year’s return performer Bradley Johnson. I’m delighted to say that this summer we will be hosting our fifth concert in the marquee, on Saturday 20th
Class 6 travelled back in time last week when they visited The National Maritime Museum in Falmouth, to hear all about the Titanic and how she met her fate by striking an iceberg. The children enjoyed meeting the Captain Edward John Smith, dressing up as survivors, making their
Today, Egg Box Dragon made an appearance on day time TV to enable everyone to become aware of how and why he was becoming such a famous character. During the interviews, Egg Box Dragon gave details of some of the things that he has found and also gave
