Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.
KS2 were fortunate to be visited by local conservationist, Dan Abbott in our assembly this week. Dan has travelled the world learning, swimming and educating people about sharks. It was fascinating to hear about which sharks are local to the UK, which can be found across the world and what we can do to protect them. There was also time at the end for lots of questions.
Years 5 and 6 had an exciting start to term by taking part in a VR workshop. The year six pupils were whisked away to the city of Chichen Itza to learn about the significant sites of this city and what they now look like today. Whilst year 5 pupils were taken in a rocket into space, exploring the different planets that make up our solar system. A lot of enjoyment could be heard from each session and it was inspiring to see this technology being used in education.
From exploring the different ages, to preparing food, to even finding out how tools were made! Year 3 had an amazing time exploring life in the Stone Age this week!
On Thursday, Danielle from the Young Carers team, delivered an engaging and informative assembly to Years 1-6. The children learnt about what it means to be a young carer, the roles of Younger Carers in family life, and what support there is for Young Carers.
The Heathlands children showed Respect and Kindness throughout, as well as Courage asking some difficult questions. Our own school Young Carers club will be starting soon!
This half term out Core Values Art competition focuses on Respect and the medium is Photography! Any entries should be sent to admin@heathlands.essex.sch.uk by Friday 2nd February! Good luck everyone!
There is still time to complete the Essex Library Services Winter Reading challenge - make sure any books you enjoy you add a review to our school Reading Tablet!