Year 5 have been testing differently shaped objects to see how quickly they can move through water and discussed how if we increase surface area, we can slow objects down. We then conducted similar experiments with differently sized parachutes to test the effects of air resistance
Category: Year 5 Blog
We have been working on improving our understanding of abstract nouns as well as exploring the different collective and partitive nouns we can use in our writing.
Year 5 were testing how far different toy cars would travel over different surfaces. We learned out how friction can slow objects down and discussed the importance of friction with relation to brakes and when walking.
After moulding clay pots at Compton Verney, the children of year 5 had the tricky task of painting their pots to look like authentic bronze. The showed excellent colour mixing skills to achieve great results.
After winning the Coventry East final, the Year 5 team played in the Level 3 games in Solihull representing Ernesford and Coventry East. The team were brilliant throughout again ensuring they were playing with Teamwork, Respect and Honesty. An excellent event again for the Year 5 team who continue to impress with their dodgeball skills and representing the school excellently.
A return of Sportshall Athletics for the Years 5/6. A brilliant event with the children showing their Running, Jumping and Throwing skills. The team were excited to show their skills in the Coventry East final and couldn`t wait to get started. The team came flying out of the blocks in the track events winning the obstacle, over/under, 1 lap and
This morning our KS2 History Hero winners got to visit Charterhouse. They enjoyed a tour of the house and grounds and learnt a lot about the rich history of this local attraction. A big thank you to Jennie for inviting us and for giving up her time to talk to us.