Children engaged in a creative project to commemorate Remembrance Day by producing beautiful poppy-themed artwork. Using a variety of materials and techniques they produces some beautiful pieces of work. Da iawn!
Poppy artwork!
Year 2 and 3 Emergency Work Packs
Young Engineers Explore Innovation at Clayton Engineering
Yesterday we stepped into the shoes of engineers and researchers during a special visit to Clayton Engineering, a leading manufacturer of specialised mechanical products.
The visit was the culmination of a classroom-based project where the children formed their own “engineering team,” investigating real-world challenges and designing imaginative solutions. The trip to Clayton Engineering offered a unique opportunity to see how professional engineers work in different industries in ‘real life’
Founded in 1973 and based in Knighton, Clayton Engineering is renowned for its expertise in corrosion protection, hydraulic systems, and specialist vehicles. The children were given a behind-the-scenes look at the factory and even witnessed a demonstration of the company’s latest launch vehicle in the car park
The visit included a presentation by engineers Adam Hardwick and Dave Andrew, who answered questions prepared by the pupils, ranging from “How do you make lifeboat launchers?” to “What materials do you use?” The children also toured the workshop, donned high-visibility vests, and learned about safety procedures in a working engineering environment. Many thanks to Clayton Engineering for their hospitality. Diolch!
Handwashing Heroes!
We had a visit from Powys Teaching Health Board who carried out a handwashing workshop with us. We looked at the impact a sneeze can have, and how far it can travel. We also looked at the importance of washing your hands correctly.
Hello Yellow!
As part of Hello Yellow Day, we looked at different emotions and positive words to describe ourselves. We decorated biscuits with faces, and created some beautiful pieces of artwork. Da iawn pawb!
Investigating!
Following our work on investigating circuits, we had a look at what materials were conductors and insulators of electricity. We thoroughly enjoyed this!
Gwaith Gwych! 🙂
Planetarium Visit!
We were lucky enough to receive a visit from Elan Valley Trust. We learnt about the Elan Valley International Dark Sky Park and the Problem with Light Pollution, and A solar system tour. Children thoroughly enjoyed and learnt lots!
Autumn/ Hydref!
We have been busy creating some Autumn artwork.
Da iawn pawb!
The boy who harnessed the wind
Year 2 and 3 have really ‘stepped’ in to their Mantle of the Expert commission this term where they have been commissioned to be a team of engineers and researchers. They have found inspiration from the story ‘The boy who harnessed the wind’ which follows the story of William who built a wind turbine using scrap materials to create electricity. The children have been making lists of materials that they will need to complete their engineering role and thinking of interesting questions that they would like to ask William about his invention. If you work in engineering or renewable energy sector, we would really love to hear from you.
Australia!
Year 3 and 4 had a great morning celebrating a day of ‘Australia’. We baked some lamington cakes, made boomerangs, painted didgeridoos and created some Australia artwork. They all had a fabulous time.
