A Spectacular Science Lesson

6P's Class Assembly

Well done to 6P, who today put on a fantastic class assembly performance, teaching the whole school all about forces. During the assembly, the children showed off what they had been learning in their science lessons this half term as well as completing some practical demonstrations: children stood on chairs to show gravity; showed forces by taking part in a tug of war and demonstrated pushes and pulls using chewing gum! As you can see they have learnt a lot this term!

To end the assembly, they sung the song which they have been learning in their music lessons - I'll be there by the Jackson 5. Even though it has been a challenging song to learn, all the children performed to the best! 

Since this is their last class assembly at the Junior School, they are now looking forward to the year 6 production at the end of the year.

Quicksticks Hockey Tournament

Today, Alderwood Junior School played 3 matches against local schools. Although the competition is for years 5 and 6, Miss Cooke has recognised many talented players from year 4 as well, with half of the team from year 4! We won 2 of our matches because we played well as a team. It was lovely to see such great sportsmanship which is a real strength of our school. We drew the other match but we almost won! Unfortunately, Guillemont scored in the last minute. We loved playing in our brand new kit; everyone was extremely smart. Thanks again to parents for waiting around in the cold and cheering the children on.

Miss Cooke

Fantastic Four Tackle the Cross Country Course

First Cross Country Fun Run of the Year

After school today, four children from year five headed to Samuel Cody Sports College, where a cross country race was being held. All four children who took part showed great enthusiasm from the start even though, for the majority of them, it was their first time running this distance. 

Luckily, the field was not too muddy and all the children managed to stay on their feet however they did have to tackle the harsh and cold wind while completing two laps of the course. Considering it was the first cross country race for most of them, all children paced themselves well and finished in strong positions. Well done to all children who took part and I look forward to seeing you race again after Christmas.

A fantastic day at Chessington!

Today, Year 6 headed to Chessington to learn more about how rides work and the forces involved. Their behaviour was impeccable and they were a credit to Alderwood Junior School! The staff at Chessington commented on how fantastic the children's science knowledge was, so well done Year 6! Here are just a few photos to show how much fun we had: