What a fabulous week we have had in Science Week. We have learnt so much through independent research, hands on investigations and learning from the experts! We hope you enjoy the video. What was your favourite part of the week? What was the most amazing fact you learnt? What skill did you develop?
Author Archives: Mrs Hurt
6 Red Evolution Day
6 Red are all ready for Evolution Day – all looking good and about to start learning about Charles Darwin and his voyage on The Beagle.
Evolution Day in Year 6!
A reminder that Wednesday 19th February is Evolution Day in Year 6. Come to school dressed as an animal from the past, present or future! We look forward to seeing your creations!
Broad Heath values in action in 6Red.
Leena, Sunnaf, Umaiyah, Zahrah and Zara demonstrated a myriad of our school values when they choreographed and performed this dance: teamwork, respect, resilience, tenacity, brilliance, communication, imagination and individuality. Well done, girls! 6 Red – what values have you shown this week? And how?
Poetry in motion in 6R!
Children in 6 Red have had fun using GarageBand to create music to accompany the poems they wrote linked to British Values and celebrating the cultural diversity of Coventry. They had to consider the theme of their poem and think about the beat, pitch, timbre, rhythm and tempo to suit. Here are some of their […]
NOH theatre mask making
Thirteen lucky children from 6 White took part in a mask making day at Howes Primary School this week. They learnt about the traditions of masks and mask making and then had a go themselves! Wonderful creations and wonderful ambassadors for Broad Heath!
Devanshi and Sofia spend the afternoon with dignitaries!
Mrs Frankish sat with other members of Coventry’s school and sporting community and watched with pride as Devanshi and Sofia joined their fellow Japan travellers to present to guests including: the Deputy Director of the Japan Foundation, the Daiwa Foundation, the Japan Society, Cllr Maton, the Lord Mayor, Leofric Lions, City of Culture representatives, European […]
Florida Schools 2020 is officially live!
The Broad Heath team had their first video conference today with our Florida link school. After a few technical problems, we had a great chat! What would you like us to find out about life in Florida? What questions would you like us to ask?
Year 6 PSHE – roles within the community
Today in PSHE you have gained a deeper understanding to the process of electing leaders and how MPs contribute to our community. Key vocabulary: Member of parliament (MPs), government, local area, constituency, voting, ballot box, representative, labour, Liberal Democrats, conservatives, independent parties, eligible What’s the difference between the government and parliament? What is an election? […]
A Monster Calls in on 6 Red!
We kicked off our English narrative unit today with a fun day dressed as trees! Watching the film, researching the author Patrick Ness, analysing characters and themes and producing some amazing artwork made for the best day so far this year! What did you enjoy and what skills did you develop during the day?
Year 6 Spring 1 Maths Challenge
This term’s challenge is a focus on times tables – we all know that if we have a speedy recall of times tables, our calculations in maths are quicker and more accurate!Your challenge is to use TTRS to aim for the following by the end of the half term: 5 minutes play a day, every […]
A Scandinavian Christmas in 6 Red
What a fabulous way to end the Autumn term! We had lots of fun this week in 6 Red learning new skills and gaining knowledge to improve our understanding of the world around us. What was your highlight of the week and why?
6 Red entertain!
Ms Kaur and Mrs Hurt were bursting with pride yesterday as 6 Red entertained at the Godiva Care Home. They sang their hearts out and were fantastic ambassadors for Broad Heath. Unfortunately we were unable to take all the children, so some stayed in school and entertained Reception with their singing! They were amazing too!
Year 6 show off splashing around!
Did you know … When swimming, you are using EVERY major muscle in your body The first ever swimming goggles were crafted from tortoise shells. Fun was at the forefront of our swimming on Wellbeing Day – here’s what some of the children thought. What did you enjoy and how did swimming help your wellbeing? […]
Coventry ambassadors working hard in Japan.
We have ventured out of Tokyo for a few days and had a day meeting the Japan ladies softball team, visiting the Nissan Stadium (where England played in the Rugby World Cup!) and eating ramen noodles! Another “wow” day!
Young ambassadors Devanshi and Sofia hit Tokyo!
What a fantastic few days we have had in this truly amazing city: watching the GB Paralympic badminton players win matches; learning about the different school sports at Waseda High School; visiting the imperial palace and Senso-ji temple; enjoying singing karaoke on the big wheel at Dome City; trying Japanese food. We have learnt so […]
Year 6 radio stars
Devanshi and Sofia attended BBC Coventry and Warwickshire radio studio today for an interview with Vic Minett about their trip to Japan. Follow the link and go to 1:13:20 to listen to the interview! Well done girls. Great ambassadors for Broad Heath! https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p07rsq9f
Y6 Computing – LAN / WAN
What did you learn today about how devices in school connect to each other and the internet? What about at home? How do your devices connect to the internet? Who is your internet service provider?
Investigation Week in 6Red
What a fun-packed week we had in 6Red. Using maths skills to investigate designing and creating water bottle carriers, hiking in Dovedale, Rugby World Cup day. Here are some photos – check the Dovedale and Rugby World Cup blogs too. How did YOU demonstrate our values this week?
Hamzah’s (6R) got talent!
The stars of Year 6 have recorded a song for your delight and delectation! Hamzah N wrote this on the minibus on the way back from Dovedale. The talent of this year group never ceases to amaze us! Enjoy!
Year 3 teachers embrace Maths Week!
Can you spot the three maths themes?
Rugby World Cup Maths
Who’d have thought there was so much maths in rugby? Today we completed some tricky challenges – can you write a rugby maths problem on here for others to solve?
Dovedale sleepover
What a fabulous time we had – so proud of you all! What was the best bit for you? And your challenge is to learn Hamzah’s song so we can record it!
Y6 Dovedale residential itinerary reminder
Here are the slides which were given at the meeting – a reminder for parents so they know where we are and what we are doing!
Year 6 Autumn 2 Maths Challenge
Have fun this half term with these challenges – try to stretch yourself! Your answers need to be in your homework books, not on the blog! Bronze Challenge: Silver Challenge: Gold Challenge:
Dovedale reminder for Y6!
We are all excited for our trip on Thursday – some important reminders for the day: Children need to be at school for 7:45am prompt as the coach will leaving 8.00am PROMPT! We aim to be back for 4.30pm traffic dependent. Please do not call the office, please check the school website for travel updates. […]
Young ambassador trip to Japan fundraising bake sale on Monday!
Yay! We did it! We swam from Coventry to Tokyo! Thank everyone who supported us. We will be holding a bake sale during break times on the first Monday back – Monday 28th – so don’t forget to bring some money to school!
6Red work hard to perfect their performance!
Inspired by the Zulu workshops, 6 Red wanted to find out more about Zulu culture and present their new-found knowledge to the class. Look how hard they worked to perfect their performances! What are your top tips for presenting?
Blood, blood, glorious blood – in 6 Red!
Year 6 have been learning about blood, its components and what keeps it healthy. There are different types of blood. What blood type are you?
6 Red present the Black Death news!
What have you enjoyed about the Black Death topic? What else would you like to know?