The school has closed to all children other than key worker children. Please find our Remote Learning via the Class Dojo platform set up. If you have any trouble accessing Class Dojo, please telephone the school office on 01473 735281 and they will be able to help you. Below are some useful learning links which you may like to use too! Take care.
REMOTE LEARNING
This is the Online Learning Platform which we are using during this period of School Closure.
BBC Live Lessons
For as long as schools are closed, we're open. Starting today, kids everywhere can instantly stream an incredible collection of stories, including titles across six different languages, that will help them continue dreaming, learning, and just being kids.
All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet.
Explore the collection, select a title and start listening.
AccessArt has many resources suitable for children, teenagers and parents to use at home during self-isolation. They are free and will be updated weekly.
Why not learn a new language? There are over 30 langauges on this website, free to access with learning resources!
There are lots of galleries across the world which offer Virtual Tours! Why not visit Louvre, the Great Pyramids or The Great Wall of China?
Typically completed by 5-11 year olds, CREST Star and SuperStar challenges relate to everyday experiences. Children complete eight activities to gain a CREST Award, with each activity taking between 45 minutes and 1 hour to complete. The activities are designed to be easy-to-run and low-cost. You don’t need to be a teacher, have a science background or have access to specialist equipment to run them. The packs contain helpful hints and tips for you to use, explaining the scientific themes and offering guidance on conversation topics for your children.
Science activities, games, videos and experiments for Primary aged children
Interactive Maths Activities.
Maths games on a variety of topics.
Educational activities and games. Free eBook library for 3- to 11-year-olds.
Stories and videos to inspire writing (note - please watch them first to ensure they are appropriate for your child)
From Monday 20th April, BBC Bitesize will publish daily online lessons for all ages. They also have a new dedicated TV channel full of learning content, podcasts on BBC Sounds and loads of educational video on iPlayer.
Keep learning Phonics. Access is free at the moment. Username: march20 / Password: home
English and Maths games, mainly aimed at children between 5 and 8 years old.
Covers everything from letters and sounds to reading full sentences. Designed in collaboration with leading academics. Complements all synthetic phonics programmes used in schools. Computer version is 100% free.
Learn to touch type. There are 4 levels, each divided into three stages. You will need headphones or speakers to enjoy the song and dance in each game.
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Children and young people may be worried about the impact of coronavirus, social distancing or self-isolation. Those who already have mental health difficulties such as anxiety might be finding things particularly tough. Talk to them about what’s happening, check how they’re feeling and keep them as well informed as you can. > Find out how to have difficult conversations with children Tell children and young people where they can go if they are worried about anything or need to talk to someone while school is closed.
ChildlineWhatever your worry they are there for you. They have 1:1 counsellor chat facilities too. Phone 0800 1111 or go to their website https://www.childline.org.uk/
Childline provides a range of online tools that young people might find helpful:
Childline can also give confidential help and advice. Calls to 0800 1111 are free or children can get support online.
Listen to the latest mindfulness and relaxation stories for children.
Stories and Calm Me Time (Relaxation and Mindfulness practice). Also accompanied by learning activities. There is the Jigsaw Big Sing too - 'Together as One'
This social story from @ELSA Support may help explain the Coronavirus to children
On the CBeebies website there are seven techniques for helping children to stay calm.
Are you worried about your child's mental health? This website has
fantastic resources and advice. Please also telephone the school. There is a Designated Safeguarding Lead on site at all times for you to speak to if you are concerned.
PCC helpline if you're worried about a child, even if you're unsure, contact our professional counsellors for help, advice and support. Call or email help@nspcc.org.uk 0808 800 5000 In school there is a Safeguarding Lead available; Mrs Marks (Safeguarding Lead), Mrs Cresswell or Miss Oakley (Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads).
Go to the website or there is also a Parents Helpline 0808 802 5544
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