posted on June 25, 2010 15:02 as Year 4
On Wednesday, 24th June 2010, Year 4 spent the day on the Waseley Hills.
The aim of the day was to explore their local habitat, as this is their topic in Science for the half term.
While up there, they were able to hear and see a number of different birds ranging from pigeons, magpies, blackbirds and a large buzzard.
They also got to do some sketching of the fantastic view and enjoy the open space.
They ate their picnic lunch at the Waseley Centre and had lots of fun afterwards on the adventure playground.
The weather was fantastic, the views were amazing, and everyone had a great day.
posted on June 24, 2010 14:20 as Year 4
Holywell Year 4 Makes Waves!
June 22nd 2010. On a beautiful sunny day on Upton Warren Lake, 240 children from schools all around Worcestershire gathered together for the annual Bell Boating Regatta. All 24 teams had to row the whole length of the lake twice. Both times would be added together, with the quickest 3 teams going into the final race.
Before Holywell were due to race, the team had the opportunity to climb the bell button pole. The first part of the climb was up a very tall ladder. Then they climbed the last 5 metres by using the small grips on the pole.
The terrifying final part of the challenge was to stand on the tiny top of the pole and wave to the people way below! Amazingly, all the Holywell pupils completed the challenge and were voted "Bravest School of the Day" by the instructors.
11:44am soon arrived and an excited Holywell crew put on their lifejackets and boarded the boat for our first race. We lined up at the start, determined to do a fast opening time. The starter shouted "Ready, steady" and as the loud horn blew, we started to paddle furiously. Suddenly, we heard a loud bang! Disaster struck! The boat next to us had made a steering mistake and crashed into us. We recovered well and finished our first run with a time of 1 minute 56 seconds. We were 11th fastest and a little disappointed, but really glad the crash had not cost us more time.
After a short break we prepared to race again, knowing that we would need to do something a little special to qualify in the top 3 and make the final. Once again we ... >> full
posted on June 15, 2010 11:02 as Year 4
The Think Tank is an amazing place. It is like a museum but you can actually touch stuff! There are also five galleries to look at and an IMAX cinema where you can watch films in 3D (what a great place!)
Anyway, on April 21st when 4JD and 4JM went, they had a great time. Firstly, they went to a gallery called The Street. They looked at things like recycling, police work and builders' work. After that, they went to a gallery called The Wildlife. They looked at a crocodile's skeleton, polar bear blubber and lots of other animals and their skeletons.
The next gallery was called All About Me. They liked this one very much since they are learning about bodies in Science. They looked at things like the large intestines and the heart. Next they went to a gallery called The City. They looked at the old life of Birmingham and the old cars.
After a very short lunch, they went to the IMAX cinema and watched a great film called Sea Monsters. The final gallery was called The Past. They looked at all the old cars, trams and bikes; they even watched an exhibit which showed how to make a Jaguar car!
Overall, they had a great time and you should go too, as it is absolutely fantastic!
Written by a Year 4 pupil.
posted on November 18, 2009 15:35 as Year 4
On Wednesday 4th November, Professor McGinty came in to year 4 to teach us about the Romans. He was extremely funny and the children loved everything about his visit. Some of the children were able to dress up as Roman Gladiators, Roman women and Roman men. Everyone was able to handle artefacts from Roman times. His visit was well worth waiting for!
posted on June 24, 2009 16:17 as Year 4
On Tuesday 16th June, sixteen children from Year 4 took part in the Bromsgrove Schools Bellboating Regatta at Upton Warren Outdoor Education Centre. The children were selected by a random draw and were split into two groups of eight to compete as teams in the boat races. "Holywell A" were accompanied by Mr Davis and "Holywell B" by Mrs Cooper.
Holywell A in action
In addition to taking part in boat races, the children all had the opportunity to try the King Swing activity, and almost all of them did so. This activity involves the children working as a team to raise two of the children forty feet off the ground. Then a rope is released, and they swing back and forth...a real adrenalin thrill, which some enjoyed more than others!
On the King Swing
The regatta was well-organised and ran smoothly.It was well-supported by lots of local schools and many parents attended, enjoying a fantastic day in the sunshine. Thanks to the parents of Holywell children who came along to support us.
Holywell had some success in the races; both teams finished first and third in their respective heats, and went through to the finals. In the D Final, Holywell B finished second in a very close and competitive race. What a great effort! Holywell A managed to go one better in the C Final, winning their race by the narrowest of margins. Both teams supported each other fully and the behaviour of the children throughout the day was exceptional.
Final pre-race checks...
The regatta was a fantastic event and our thanks must be given to Stuart Evans, Dave and Andy Train, as well as Fladbury Paddlers volunteers and the staff of Upton Warren Outdoor Education Centre. They all played ... >> full
posted on April 24, 2009 14:49 as Year 4
Year 4 had a wonderful day at the Think Tank at Millenium Point in Birmingham, in April 2009.
We watched a great 3D film called "Dinosaurs Alive" in the IMax Theatre, it was really scary!!
There was so much to see, do and touch that we had a really busy, but enjoyable day.
Looking at the exhibits
Playing on the interactive games
Dancing at the "All About Me" exhibit
Recycling in "The Steet" exhibit
posted on March 20, 2009 13:30 as Year 4
A group of 42 enthusiastic Year 4 children recently visited a PGL outdoor education centre called Boreatton Park in Shropshire for three days. The centre offers the children the opportunity to be challenged physically and mentally, and they are expected to take responsibility for themselves and to work as a team. The children were accompanied by Mr Davis, Miss Davies, Mrs Harford and Mrs O'Rourke. The program of activities included abseiling, archery, kayaking, climbing, aeroball, trapeze and the lightning fast zipwire.
 Throughout their visit, the children achieved many successes. Every child attempted every challenge with determination and enthusiasm. Many overcame their fears on the abseiling, the zipwire and the awesome trapeze activity.
As if climbing a wobbly pole wasn't bad enough, having the courage to stand on a platform the size of a plate and then take a leap of faith into the air to grab onto a trapeze, left both the children and the staff breathless with excitement!
The behaviour of the children was excellent throughout, keeping dormitories tidy and showing respect for the facilities and equipment at the centre. Special prizes were given to Mary Tait and Ben Poston for outstanding effort and behaviour!
The staff at Boreatton Park were very impressed with the Holywell children and clearly enjoyed working with such attentive pupils. Overall, this was a very successfull and challenging trip and everyone arrived home feeling exhausted, but on a high.
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