Al Sedra Bin Omran - Week 31

This week, we have seen a noticeable improvement in attendance, which is fantastic. It has been wonderful to see so many more students accessing their learning consistently and making the most of their time in school. Across the classrooms, there have been some excellent examples of writing, alongside confident and expressive performance reading in Literacy. In Science, learning has been very hands-on, with pupils fully engaged in a range of exciting experiments.

Miss Kim

Pre School

Our topic is “People Who Help Us” 👩‍⚕️👨‍🌾👮‍♂️. We are learning about different occupations and exploring how each job plays an important role in our community 🌍. We are discovering how people’s work helps keep our world safe, healthy, and running smoothly every day.

We focused especially on zoo veterinarians 🩺🐾 and zookeepers 🐒🦒. We learned that zoo vets care for animals by treating illnesses and injuries, while zookeepers feed the animals, clean their homes, and make sure they are healthy and happy. These important jobs help protect animals and support conservation efforts 🐘🌿.

We also connected our learning to Maths 🔢📐, exploring patterns, shapes, size, and number recognition. We noticed patterns in animal markings 🐆, compared the sizes of different animals 📏, identified shapes in enclosures and habitats 🔷🔺⚪, and practised recognising numbers when counting animals and food portions 🐟🐟🐟.

Overall, we learned the importance of different occupations and how every job contributes something valuable to our community ❤️👏.

Reception

This week in Reception, the children have continued exploring our exciting topic ‘To the Rescue’, with a special focus on worms and different minibeasts. They have shown great interest as they discovered fascinating facts about these tiny creatures and their important role in the world around us.

In Literacy, the children have been busy writing their own fact files all about worms. They showed great enthusiasm as they used their phonics to help them write facts and form simple sentences about what they have learned.

In Maths, the focus has been on developing spatial awareness. Through practical activities, the children explored position, direction and how objects relate to one another in space, helping them to understand where things are and how they move.

The children made their own worms using colourful wool and used their handprints to create different parts of minibeasts. They also explored a variety of other creative activities, confidently sharing their ideas and experimenting with different materials.

It has been a wonderful week full of exploration, creativity and fun!

Year 1

What a fantastic week of learning we have had in Year 1! 😊

🔢 Maths – We have been learning about money and exploring the value of 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p and 20p coins 💰. The children enjoyed recognising the coins, comparing their values, and using them to make different amounts!

📚 Literacy – We started an exciting new book called Lucy and Tom at the Seaside 🏖️. The children have loved exploring the story and discussing the seaside adventures of the characters.

🌦️ IPC – In our topic lesson, we investigated weather and learned how one place can experience different types of weather at different times! The children were fascinated by how weather changes around the world ☀️🌧️🌬️.

🦁 Science – We have begun learning about omnivores 🐻🍎🥩 and discovered that these animals eat both plants and meat! The children enjoyed identifying different omnivores and discussing their diets.

Year 2

This week in Year 2 🌟

In Maths, the children continued their learning on fractions ➗. They recognised three quarters, found three quarters of given amounts and practised counting up in fractions to make a whole, using practical resources to support their understanding.

In Literacy, the children completed their Hot Write ✏️, writing their own problem and resolution tales about missing special toys. They worked hard to apply everything they had learnt, including story structure, descriptive language and clear sequencing.

In IPC, as part of our topic From A to B 🚶‍♂️, the children focused on following routes and directions. They practised giving and following simple instructions such as left, right, forward and backward, helping them successfully navigate from one place to another around the school.

Another fantastic week of learning in Year 2! ✨

Year 3

Year 3 have written fantastic final speeches this week as part of their independent writing. It was brilliant to see them confidently apply all the skills we have been developing this term, including using conjunctions, time connectives, and clear paragraphing to organise their ideas. The children also worked hard to include evidence to support their points, making their writing more persuasive and structured. They showed great pride in their work and really impressed us with their progress.

In Guided Reading, we began a new text, The Worst Witch, which the children have thoroughly enjoyed so far. They have been focusing on using evidence to support their answers through the “point and explain” approach, helping them to deepen their understanding of the text and improve their comprehension skills.

In Maths, we finalised our topic on time. The children showed great resilience and determination, especially when tackling more challenging concepts such as reading time to the minute and solving time problems. We are very proud of their efforts—please continue to practise telling the time at home to build their confidence further.

Year 4

Year 5

In Science, we investigated air resistance by making and testing paper airplanes. Air resistance is a force that slows objects down as they move through the air. We created different designs and flew them from the same height to see which travelled the best. We found that wider wings helped planes stay in the air longer, while slimmer designs moved faster with less air resistance. This showed that the best design needs a balance between lift and air resistance.

Year 6

This week has been a busy and engaging one in Year 6. In Maths, we continued our work on angles, exploring angles in quadrilaterals, solving missing angles, and looking at angles within different polygons. We also began learning about circles and their key features, including the circumference, diameter, and radius. In English, we continued developing our persuasive writing skills, focusing on how to include quotes using inverted commas, dashes, and semi-colons. The children have also been completing short writing tasks to practise and refine these skills.

In IPC, we carried out a case study on climate change, exploring how flooding is increasingly affecting Bangladesh. The children read real-life accounts of how people’s lives have been impacted and then wrote powerful letters from the perspective of a Bangladeshi child experiencing the floods. We were also introduced to a new learning platform, Century Tech, where the children logged in and completed diagnostic assessments. This platform will be a valuable resource to support learning at home. In Guided Reading, we completed a comprehension on Pompeii, learning about the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and answering a range of questions about the disaster. In Science, we looked in more detail at how the heart initiates the flow of blood and supports the circulatory system. Overall, it has been a productive and enriching week of learning.

EYFS
In EYFS Creative Arts, the students were introduced to Qatar values through simple discussions about how Allah created boys and girls, each with their own special qualities. The focus was on understanding respect, kindness, and appreciating one another. The students then took part in a colouring activity to represent these ideas, helping them express their learning in a fun and creative way.
In PE, Reception students explored the importance of working as a team as they tried to achieve as many points as possible together as a class. They also worked in small groups to complete a range of mini challenges, helping to develop their cooperation, communication and problem-solving skills in a fun and active way.
In PE our Pre-School students had lots of fun learning to play and work together. They worked as a whole group to try and score as many points as they could, cheering each other on and celebrating their efforts. The students also took part in small group mini challenges, helping them practise sharing, taking turns, and building their confidence in a fun and active way.

KS1
In KS1 Creative Arts, students explored important Qatar values while learning about how Allah created boys and girls with unique qualities and roles. Through discussion, they reflected on respect, identity, and appreciation for one another. To reinforce their learning, the students completed a colouring activity that represented these ideas, allowing them to express their understanding in a creative and meaningful way.
In Year 1 PE the students used their problem-solving skills in a variety of small challenges, helping to reinforce the skills they have developed throughout the year. They worked both independently and with others, showing confidence, teamwork, and resilience as they applied what they have learned in fun and engaging activities.
In Year 2 PE the students enjoyed some friendly competition while demonstrating excellent sportsmanship. They 

rotated through three different games, applying the skills they have developed throughout the year. It was great to see them playing fairly, supporting one another, and showing confidence in their abilities.

KS2 Creative Arts and PE

Year 3

PE:
Year 3 children had a fantastic time revisiting hockey this week, showing great enthusiasm as they developed their control and coordination. They enjoyed practising dribbling with a stick and worked hard to keep the ball close. Passing activities helped them build confidence when working with others. Children quickly picked up the basic rules and played safely and sensibly. Small-sided games were full of energy and excitement. It was wonderful to see their confidence and enjoyment grow.

Music:
Year 3 children were full of excitement as they began practising for their end of year performance. They enjoyed learning songs and actions, singing with increasing confidence. Children worked hard to keep in time and follow the rhythm as a group. There was lots of enthusiasm as they practised performing together. They are beginning to understand what makes a good performance. It has been fantastic to see their confidence shine.

Year 4

PE:
 Year 4 children showed great energy while revisiting hockey this week, developing stronger control and accuracy. They worked hard to improve their dribbling and passing skills. Children began to move into space more effectively during games. Their teamwork and communication really stood out in small-sided matches. Games were competitive, fun, and played with great effort. It was brilliant to see their skills and confidence continue to improve.

Music:
 Year 4 children approached their end of year performance practice with enthusiasm and focus. They practised songs and routines, showing growing confidence and expression. Children worked hard to stay in time and perform together as a group. They enjoyed adding actions and improving their overall performance. There was a strong sense of teamwork and excitement throughout. It has been great to see their progress and commitment.

Year 5

PE:
 Year 5 children showed fantastic determination while revisiting hockey this week. They developed greater control when dribbling and passed accurately under pressure. Children demonstrated strong awareness of space and positioning during games. Their teamwork and communication were excellent throughout. Small-sided games were fast-paced and highly engaging. It was impressive to see their growing confidence and understanding of the game.

Music:
 Year 5 children have been working hard on their end of year performance, showing great enthusiasm and focus. They rehearsed songs and routines, improving their timing and expression. Children showed confidence when performing as part of a group. They began refining their work and making thoughtful improvements. There was a real sense of pride in their performances. It has been wonderful to see their confidence grow.

Year 6

PE:

Year 6 children demonstrated excellent skill and enthusiasm while revisiting hockey this week. They applied their dribbling, passing, and tactical awareness confidently in games. Children communicated well and supported each other effectively. Matches were competitive and played with great sportsmanship. Their understanding of positioning and gameplay was very strong. It was fantastic to see their confidence, teamwork, and leadership on display.

Music:
 Year 6 children have shown fantastic commitment to their end of year performance practice. They rehearsed with confidence, focusing on timing, expression, and stage presence. Children worked collaboratively and supported each other throughout. Their performances are becoming more polished and engaging. They showed maturity when refining and improving their work. It has been brilliant to see such confidence and pride in their final preparations.