Class 5's Roman Homework

This term, KS2 topic has been 'Journeys'.  As pat, of this topic, we have focused on a study of Ancient Roman history, and in particular, the story of the City of Pompeii.  The city was destroyed by a volcanic eruption, resulting in a pyroclastic flow in AD 79.
For homework, the children chose a variety of ways to develop their own learning through research, DT (making and baking), science experiments and literacy and, in the case of one group of boys, the entire city of Pompeii created on Minecraft .
The quality of work was so impressive and fascinating that we spent the afternoon, appreciating each other's efforts.  As a finale, we took our Mount Vesusvius' outside and recreated the great eruption of AD 79, this time using a combination of vinegar and bicarbonate of soda.

Below, you can see some pictures of the work of the children.  Please look and enjoy.

Egg decoration day

Another fantastic example of what makes Kelsale School such a special place.
A beautiful day, fantastic adult helpers and any many boiled eggs later and the children's DT efforts were impressive.  Judging the winners was 'eggstremely' difficult but prizes were awarded.
Huge thanks to all who helped and provided eggs and equipment for the children.

Mother's day service 2014

A beautiful spring morning saw all children strolling down to Church for a service to thank all Mum's for all they say and do.  The children read poems, showed pictures, sang songs and read prayers.

Swimming gala 2014

It has been some time since the last blog due to a very busy term, but the Swimming Gala needed its very own blog.  I am still bursting with both adrenaline and pride from the fantastic performance of our swimming team.
4 boys and 4 girls from years 4-6 went to Leiston leisure centre last night to compete in the gala.  The children excelled in a series of individual and relay races and won places in 6 of the 8 finals, including an annihilation of the field in the mixed medley relay.
We waited, with anticipation, for the final results to be announced, not expecting to be placed but happy with our achievements.  To our surprise, Kelsale was called into 3rd place.  With screams of delight, the team rushed forward to collect their certificates.

We are so proud of the teams achievements, mainly due to the sportsmanship and effort displayed.  Huge congratulations team!

Christmas Lunch 2013

109 delicious dinners served, 122 pupils seated, 38 adults fed, crackers pulled and sprouts prepared.......must be Christmas lunch at Kelsale school... all good fun. Huge thanks to Lucy and the team in the kitchen for making it so special.... 

School is definitely in the Christmas Spirit and getting ready for the Carol Service at the church on Friday morning.

Guy Making 2013

After a mammoth collection of old clothes from some of the children and Mrs Taylor, this afternoon KS2 took to the car park armed with straw (provided by Mr Watts), string, sellotape, scissors and a lot of imagination to prepare guys for this year's village Fireworks display.




The guys are being judged during assembly in the morning by members of the local council and, looking at the afternoon efforts, they have a very tough job.

Just a reminder: Lanterns are for sale after school tomorrow night or on the night (Saturday 2nd November) from the meeting room in the village.  Each lantern cost £2.

Our experience with African food

On Thursday 17th October,  Ms Angela Pearce  came in to the yr 5&6 class to show us, and let us taste,  some African foods. First we tried some hot foods including pap, which is a staple maize porridge,we also had a taste of sous,a tomato and onion sauce, and lots more. Tasting the sweet foods and fruit was most probably our favorite moment.

She also stayed in to tell us some facts and answer questions about Africa, we all learnt a lot about it.

Did you know?
. In Africa you need to have shutters, sheets or blinds on the outside of your house because snakes can easily come in.
. Usually in Africa you speak at least 2 languages but sometimes more.

In conclusion we all had a lot of  fun and we had an early dinner.