Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Garden Gameshows

  Mon 06 Jul 2020

  Don't miss an episode of our weekly Garden Gameshows... we hope you enjoy!

   

  The Generation Game

  Mini Movers

  Bottle Flip

  Cup of Tea Challenge

  Nosy Spuds

   

   

• Virtual National Sports Week

  Mon 06 Jul 2020

  During National Sports Week, the children have been challenged to take part in a range of physical and fun activities. Check out the video demonstrations made by Mr Hawkins and a few guest athletes! 

  Sock and Spoon

  Cereal Jumper

  Super Strong Challenge

  Sock Shooter

  Pillow Case Race

   

  Virtual Sports Day: The Results are in!
  Well done to all those involved. Over 1,500 points were scored, which is a wonderful amount!
  This years winners are...
  Beech!
  
  The final scores were:
  Beech 621
  Maple 594
  Elm 421
  Well done to you all, you should be proud of your efforts!

• VE Day

  Thu 07 May 2020 Mrs Burlton

  Today, we hoped to learn about the significance of VE Day in school. Instead, we are doing this from the safety of our homes. This week, the teachers planned a range of activities for the children to participate in linked to the Victory in Europe. Some of our wonderful families have created a special video...

  https://highhalden.primarysite.media/

   

  We would love to see how you are celebrating at home, feel free to email photos the school office, office@high-halden.kent.sch.uk or send Mrs Burlton a Dojo message. 

   

  Emily (Y5) and her mum have been busy making Victory Bears to help us remember the Victory in Europe that took place 75 years ago today. They have very kindly made enough for every child in school to have one upon our return. I am sure you will join me in thanking them for their hard work and generosity. 

   

  Other children have been busy making bunting, dressing up as soldiers and visiting local memorials. 

  

• Mental Health Resources

  Wed 22 Apr 2020 Mrs Burlton

  Coronavirus – a book for children - a free information book explaining the coronavirus to children, illustrated by Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler Department for Education – DfE guidance for supporting children and young people’s mental health during the COVID-19 outbreak Young Minds - Visit the Coronavirus advice and mental health support advice Mental Health Foundation - Top tips for open and honest conversation regarding the pandemic NSPCC – Advice to support children struggling with their mental health or anxiety about COVID-19. Save the Children - As leading experts on childhood Save the Children are sharing drama-based relaxation exercises which are part of their * HEART program for children living in stressful situations (*Healing and Education through the Arts Children’s Commissioner - A relevant and interesting blog with links to resources to support young people and their mental health

• Useful Websites

  Wed 22 Apr 2020 Mrs Burlton

  Here is a list of useful website/resources that you may wish to use:

  Kidadl - Don’t be put off by this site being London based as the website is full of exciting learning and home fun for all ages. There is also a daily timetable for celebrity classes Sumdog - As a social business this company are giving automatic free access to all of their maths, spelling and grammar resources for the duration of school closures. White Rose Maths - This company are preparing free packages for schools who have closed. BBC Bitesize - The BBC has announced a raft of changes to help parents with home schooling; daily lessons will be broadcast through televisions and tablets after the Easter holidays. Most parents and teachers know about this but it’s worth reminding everyone to keep going back as it is all completely free and updated regularly. Duolingo – A great site for learning a new language. Not only is it free but it also has a very handy app to download. 2simple - The creators of Purple Mash and Serial Mash are currently offering schools free access to this great online resource which usually comes at a price. Twig Education - Dedicated to science this website is suitable for Primary Children. Twig are offering free access to their online learning materials e.g. videos, activities and worksheets – just signup via their website. National Geographic Kids - A great platform and totally free. Online games, resources and competitions too all aimed at primary children. Also, lots of subjects are covered e.g. history, science, geography, English, maths, PSHE and & Art & Design. World Geography Games - This free online gaming platform is great for learning geography topics. There are interactive activities on continents, flags, regions, islands, rivers…the list is endless. Just go to the website and enjoy! Emile - Free access to all numeracy and literacy resources until at least the end of June with unlimited teacher and pupil accounts. Just go to the website and complete the form. Oxford Owl – This is aimed at children 3-11 years and is fee to use. It helps children to learn reading and Maths, there is also tips for parents and over 250 free ebooks. The British Museum and Natural History Museum  - both have great interactivity through the Google Arts and Culture app. For DFE Resources – please refer to the DfE section within this newsletter.

• Sports Relief

  Wed 18 Mar 2020 Mrs Burlton
  Our Y6 children led our sports relief challenges on Friday 13th March. They designed a series of activities for the whole school to take part in. 

  

• World Book Day

  Thu 12 Mar 2020 Mrs Burlton

  As part of our drive to promote reading for pleasure, we once again celebrated World Book Day. We asked the children to come to school dressed as their favourite book character. 

   

  We also held our very first BIG BOOKIE BREAKTIME. The children  were encouraged to bring their favourite book to school which they shared and enjoyed with a hot chocolate and snack at break time. 

   

  There were so many amazing costumes- well done all! 

  

• Creative Homework

  Fri 28 Feb 2020 Mrs Burlton
  Look at these creative ideas.. how fantastic! 

  

• Healthy Body, Healthy Mind

  Fri 10 Jan 2020 Mrs Burlton

  Healthy Body, Healthy Mind

   

  On Tuesday 7th January, the children took part in workshops, learning to prepare and cook a healthy balanced meal. The hall was set up in to six workstations, allowing all children to be active participants, they learnt a number of culinary techniques, names of a range of vegetables, herbs and spices and tried something new! The freshly cooked food, smelt delicious and we had very positive reports from the children regarding the taste. 

  In addition, the children undertook mindfulness yoga sessions on Wednesday. Children and adults clearly enjoyed the 30 minute session and were keen to discuss the new moves and positions they had learnt throughout the day.

   

  Come and have a look at our hall displays for more information about our week. 

  

• High Halden's General Election

  Fri 13 Dec 2019 Mrs Burlton

  The children have been learning about democracy this week. The school united to hear the manifestos of a number of political parties during our General Election. Whilst the nation took to the polls, the children cast their votes on who they felt should be elected. Here are the results:

  Conservative	11
  Labour	25
  Green	20
  Liberal Democrats	20
  Non Vote	6