Conscription! Year 6 are heading to the front!
News from Year 6
John Dyer inspired art from Year 6
In year 6 we have been creating a mural of Godrevy lighthouse: a painting from the Cornish artist John Dyer. Firstly, we did some research about John Dyer to give us a better understanding about the painting that we were re-creating. After that, we got given the canvas
Nic Stanlake
25th July 2024
Staff 8 – 6 Students
As is Penpol tradition, the departing Year 6 children had the opportunity to have the last word and take home The Pollard Cup. Unfortunately no one told the teachers. The final score finishing at 8-6 in favour of the more experienced side meant the Pollard cup will remain
Nic Stanlake
25th July 2024
Super Six Announcement!
A few weeks before activity week we proudly announced out new Super Six Pupils, the first of hopefully many this year. Becoming a ‘Super Six’ is not simply about academic success but more so recognising excellent role models that demonstrate the shared values and ethos of the school.
Nic Stanlake
23rd June 2021
Year 6 Activity Week- ‘BBQ, sleepovers and orienteering’
The biggest disappointment upon hearing our proposed camp at Porthpean was cancelled was that the children would not have the chance to stay away from home. This is often the biggest cause of anxiety for the children and a real milestone to reach; we did however manage to
Nic Stanlake
20th June 2021
Year 6 Activity Week- ‘Sun, Sea and Sand’
What a beautiful day! The sun was shining and the light was perfect for photography! With energy levels weaning after what had already been an eventful few days, we made our way to Hayle beach with wetsuits, towels and beach paraphernalia in tow. We had arranged, what turned
Nic Stanlake
19th June 2021
Year 6 Activity Week ‘The Best Day of the Week?’
On Wednesday, the Year 6 children boarded the bus and headed off to Flambards with sick bowls in hand! With the drizzle falling in Hayle, we were fortunately greeted with cloud-breaking sunshine on our arrival in Helston. There is a slight lack of photos from today due to
Nic Stanlake
18th June 2021
Year 6 Activity Week- ‘In to the woods we go…’
Tuesday brought about a trip to Tehidy woods, again an excellent day right on our doorstep! We set off in the hunt for the illustrious lesser-spotted Tehidy Treacle Bear, but had to bid our time with a morning of activities: den building, raft making and a blind trail.
Nic Stanlake
15th June 2021
Year 6 Activity Week- ‘Another day in Paradise (Park)’
Year 6 kicked off their activity week in style as they spent the day exploring Paradise Park. There was much to do, see and find including the breathtaking bird displays, dinosaur trail as well as an opportunity to create some enrichment treats and toys for the birds to
Nic Stanlake
15th June 2021
Exploring Stop Motion in Class 14
In Computing this week Class 14 learnt all about Stop Motion Animation and how to bring objects to life in creative and fun ways. After a short introduction their challenge was simple: “Make your Classroom come to life!”. Sit back, grab some popcorn and enjoy these fantastic short
Jacob Woolcock
9th June 2021
Internet Legends and Beyond with Year 6
As well as learning about being Internet Legends, our Year 6’s have taken their learning a step further by creating their own sixth section to the Be Internet Legends curriculum. After some really in depth discussions each child settled upon what they felt would be an important addition
Jacob Woolcock
9th June 2021
Surf’s up with Y5/6 Surf Club
Surf’s up – During June and July, the Y5/6 went surfing with Hayle based surf school Shore Surf to learn to surf or improve surfing skills and also learn about key water safety messages and what to do if they find themselves in difficulty. The first sessions had
Jono Peck
25th May 2021
Penpol Pupils earn their Be Internet Legends Trophies
Children in Key Stage 2 have recently taken home their very own Internet Legend trophy to celebrate their ongoing learning into online safety and how to become responsible online citizens. It’s safe to say that these trophies have generated quite a buzz amongst our pupils and I’m sure
Jacob Woolcock
20th April 2021
Outdoor Learning in full flow at Penpol
We are learning outdoors more than ever at Penpol and this is having such a positive impact upon the way we learn. Have a look at what we’ve been up to below. Please do keep an eye on the forecast each day so that your child is ready
Chris Chislett
22nd September 2020
Sports Day 2020
2020 brought around a slightly different kind of sports day. Over 100 of our pupils took part in first ever Rainbow games, both at home and in school. The day consisted of children competing in for their houses in a range of throwing, jumping and running activities alongside
Nic Stanlake
20th July 2020