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Engineers Week 2026 Musical Instruments

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There was great excitement in 2nd Class this week as we took part in Engineers' Week.  We kicked off the week by talking about what engineering is, what exactly it is that engineers do, the different types of engineering that exist and the skills required to be an engineer.  The boys and girls were tasked with planning, designing and making musical instruments that they could either blow into, bang or pluck strings.  Everyone planned out what they were going to make, sketching their idea, compiling a list of materials and got to work experimenting and trying to solve their task. A lot of testing and improvements were made along the way. The end result - some amazing instruments!  The children even went outside and formed their own marching band playing their instruments.  The children were very proud of their creations and enjoyed showing and telling their neighbours 1st Class all about their instruments, how they made them and they were happy to give them a go ...
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Dance Classes

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1st and 2nd Clas children had great fun during their dance sessions with dance teacher Maeve. They learned a series of energetic and upbeat moves. They carefully watched Maeve, practised copying each step, focusing on timing, rhythm and coordination. By following and repeating the movements, they developed their listening skills, concentration and memory, while also improving their balance and overall fitness. The lessons encouraged the children to step outside their comfort zones, build confidence and express themselves through movement, and it was wonderful to see their enthusiasm and smiles throughout the sessions.
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Scratch Junior Coding

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The girls and boys in 2nd Class have been very fortunate to begin learning about coding using ScratchJr on the iPads. They have been following step-by-step instructions to create their own simple programs, carefully selecting and ordering blocks to make characters move and respond. Through this work, the children are developing important skills such as problem-solving, logical thinking, sequencing, and attention to detail. They are also building perseverance as they test their code, spot mistakes, and make improvements. Well done to all!
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Safer Internet Day February 2026

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We celebrated Safer Internet Day by taking part in the 1st and 2nd Class lesson provided by Webwise . The children learned about the importance of staying safe online, keeping personal information private, and being kind and respectful when communicating with others on the internet. They discussed what to do if something online makes them feel worried or uncomfortable and were reminded to always tell a trusted adult if they have a concern. The Kahoot quiz following the presentation was a fun way to consolidate the main messages of the session. The children then worked on an accompanying worksheet where they had the opportunity to design an internet safety character which they brought home to discuss what they learned in school about being safe online. They also were tasked with consulting with a parent to devise an internet safety rule they will endeavour follow at home.  Some great ideas were presented in class the next day.  ...
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