Andrews Lane, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire EN7 6LB

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Andrews Lane Primary School

Curriculum Events

 

 

The early Years children had a visit from the dentist, who talked to them about their teeth and how to look after them. All the children were confident to let the dentist look at their teeth and got to take home a goody bag with a new toothbrush, toothpaste and information leaflets. 

Check out the Early Years page to see how they are getting on with their daily tooth brushing in school. 

 

SKATEBOARDING 

All the children in the school enjoyed their second skateboarding session this academic year. Unfortunately, the icy weather forced us inside but a good time was still had by all. The coach demonstrated different activities and tricks which the children tried their best to master. The children worked well to improve and build upon their existing skills. It is great to see their confidence growing as well as their ability.

 

 

 

Healthy Eating  

Children in our early Years and Key stage 1 classes were treated to a visit from Herts Catering Limited to explore the story of THE HUNGRY CATERPILLAR and healthy eating. 

After the story the children were encouraged to decorate their own caterpillar using a wide range of fruits and vegetables. the children were encouraged to try new foods. 

The best bit was eating the yummy food at the end. 

 

 

 

September 2024

Year 6 had a unique opportunity to put pedal power to good use this week. We were visited by the ladies of Herts Catering Limited for a smoothie workshop to educate us all in the importance of eating breakfast before school. Using the analogy of  ‘you can’t drive a clar without petrol’  they reminded us that it is essential that we fuel ourselves, ready for a day of learning. 

Thank you HCL!

July 2024

Design Technology Family Afternoon 

The theme was pasta. 

Each class had a project that involved using pasta that encompassed design technology skills. 

We made pasta picture frames. 

We cooked pasta and chopped vegetables to go in. 

The children used a saw to cut a wood disc (thank you to Be Free Forest school for their assistance) and then used pasta to create a candle holder. 

The children sewed coloured pasta onto fabric and made pasta jewellery. 

Pasta was used to make structures such as the Eiffel Tower. 

A big thank you to all the parents who joined their children, the afternoon was a great success. 

The Hobbit

Along with Years 2-5, Year 6 enjoyed a mesmerising performance of The Hobbit – performed by M&M Production company. The story was superbly acted with some fantastic costumes and dramatic special effects than had the audience gasping! After the performance, Year 6 were treated to a mini-workshop to learn more about the production process, including lights, sound effects and quick costume changes – very timely as we have our own production to look forward to this term.

Mini Police

Year 5 had their first Mini Police session this week. To begin with PCSO Jade explained about the 2 telephone numbers that people can ring if they need help with something. For an emergency the number is 999, whereas for a non-emergency situation it would be 101. She also talked a little about the job of a police community support officer. They carry no handcuffs, batons or pepper spray and can’t arrest anyone.

The class asked her lots of great questions about the job of the police. It was amazing how much they know already and were interested to find out.

What will the children do during the sessions?

  • Help the community.
  • Help the school.
  • Work closely with the police.
  • Team building

PCSO Jade then gave the children their ‘uniform’ – a Mini Police Hi-Viz vest. A notepad and pencil and their own warrant card. They also have a work booklet. Every week when the are ‘on duty’ they will need to wear their Hi-Viz vest and have their warrant card, notepad and pencil ready.

The children were a credit to themselves and the school. Well done.

Skateboard Workshop

All the children were able to take part in the skateboard and scooter workshop and we were amazed at how quickly they were able to learn the skills. 

Great balancing and teamwork was seen by all.