Hinduism – Year 4
On Monday we had a visit from Mrs Singh who held an assembly on Hinduism. She asked the children questions to find out what they knew about religions and beliefs and then explained about Hinduism, how old it is, where it originates and the gods that they believe in.
After the assembly the children in Year 4 had workshops with Mrs Singh. They had the chance to try on traditional clothing, try their hands at some Indian dancing, eat some Indian food and see some traditional objects. The children really enjoyed seeing all the interesting things.
“I enjoyed the dancing, they wear different clothes to us. The ladies wear a Sari and although they believe in many gods we also have a god.” – Grace – Class 5
“The food was really nice and I liked the dancing.” Harley – Class 5
“I wanted to know how to make the chapati because it was super yummy.” Luke – Class 5
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‘nature’ programme.”
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“I like learning because I think learning is fun and it allows me to push myself and learn new things every day.”
“Leaders achieve this
through daily story-time sessions and ‘reading ambassadors’ who promote reading with their peers.”
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“Furthermore, leaders invite pupils to attend afterschool sessions to help them catch up quickly.”
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“Leaders plan aspects of the science curriculum in order to promote
engineering.”
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“Communication with parents has improved recently, Class Dojo is a good addition. Good to see the topics for this half-term.”
“Leaders provide a range of opportunities to develop pupils’ interests.”
“In English and mathematics, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), remember what they have learned over time.”
“Good transition from Year 4- 5. My child is in a smaller class, well supported in English and Maths. Nurtured and settled.”
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annual visits to London.”
“I like learning about history and the Romans and we are going on a trip to Murton Park.”
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attend school. Parents say their children are ‘well cared for, feel safe and can be
themselves’.”
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“Leaders are passionate about ensuring that all pupils receive the education they deserve.”
“Pupils speak
enthusiastically about the range of after-school activities on offer.”
“Behaviour and attendance continue to improve throughout school.”
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“What I like about Burlington Junior School is learning because if you listen carefully you will get smart and you will have a good education and you will get a good job.”
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“Pupils take home books that match their phonics ability. This helps them to become confident and fluent readers.”
“I like doing writing and maths because in maths you get to learn different methods to answer questions and I like writing stories.”
“Leaders strive to develop a curriculum that engages and inspires pupils.”