Ripon Cathedral School Update

Year 4 have had a wonderful time in Forest School. They were told about the damaging effects of deforestation before heading outside to look under leaves and rocks, on tree trunks and in the trees to see what we have living in our local habitat. They were given the opportunity to build a bug hotel with the resources in the woodland area and cook without electricity. They thoroughly enjoyed making hot chocolate, toasting marshmallows and baking bread on the fire. What an amazing afternoon.

Year 5 have been looking at architecture in art. First, the class used their observational drawing skills to sketch some of the homes opposite our classroom. The children then used red frames to focus on specific parts of their drawings, such as the door or windows of the house. This week, we have used black ink to create a monoprint of the sketches. The class placed their sketches onto ink and followed over their drawn lines to create a black ink print, with some fantastic results!

In RE this week, Year 2 were taste testing the ingredients of a Seder Plate which is a Jewish meal that is shared during the celebration of Passover.

We tried Maror and Chazeret (lettuce and grated parsnip), Charoset (a mixture of apples and pears), Karpas (parsley), Zeroa (lamb shank), Beitzah (hard-boiled egg) and Matzah (flat bread).

The class talked about the different flavours and what each piece of food on the plate represented. Everyone was really brave and tried everything on their plate even if they thought they wouldn’t like it.

“My favourite thing to eat was the egg because it represents the cycle of life.” – Mercedes

“My favourite thing to eat was the parsley because it represents the flourishing of the Israelites and that’s exactly like our school value.” – Harvey

“My favourite thing to eat was the lamb because it represents sacrifice and showed God who not to harm on the night of the tenth plague. It was also really tasty and I haven’t ever tried lamb before!” – Rosie

To finish our work on everyday materials in science, Year 1 created and tested boats for the goats in the three billy goats gruff. We considered how else the goats could cross the river and decided to make them a boat. The children had to apply all their knowledge of material properties to make a suitable boat that was waterproof, strong enough for the goat and would float! It was great fun testing the boats and discussing why they worked or why the didn't work and what we needed to change for next time.

This week the Open the Book team came into school to lead worship. They were well supported by six pupils from Year 4 in acting out the story of Jesus in the temple. As always the whole school enjoyed a wonderful engaging worship.

This week Ellie from Spiritual Council asked the question 'What are angels?'

We had some great ideas.

'Angels are guardians to everyone.' Year 4

'They can be light in the darkness and holy messengers.' Year 4

'They are spirits and lights of hope.' Year 1

'They are God's staff.' Year 3

'Angels are symbols of peace.' Year 3

'They are magical beings, they care, give comfort and support.' Year 3

'Angels are loving, caring and beautiful.' Reception

'Angels help God and and help us to do the right thing.' Year 2

'Angels respond in times of need.' Year 2

'Angels are God's love. The live in heaven.' Year 5

'Angels are everywhere and always with us.' Year 6

'Angels can be within good people showing love and care.' Year 6

'They are spirits and special and all around.' Year 6

Every Friday we share who is star of the week in each class in our Celebration Worship.

Nursery

Emelia for her fabulous effort playing instruments and keeping to the beat.

Reception

Martha for putting super effort into all of her learning and for always having beautiful manners. What an excellent role model to others.

Year 1

Natasza for building resilience when work is particularly challenging. You are always a star Natasza.

Year 2

George for persevering when challenged, putting in 100% effort when having to work independently and coming up with brilliant ideas in RE.

Year 3

Amelia for her enthusiasm and extra work at home to write a script for our class worship.

Year 4

Danny for having a positive mindset, seeking ways to improve and always listening to feedback.

Year 5

Lexi for an excellent attitude towards her class work, particularly her work with division and her knowledge of hyphens.

Year 6

Jack for increased effort and participation in class leading to an improvement in his work, particularly in mathematics.

Parent Consultations

We will be having parent consultations after the half term break. These will run as they did in the autumn term. Parents and carers will have an opportunity to look at children's work after school and we will provide a mid year report. After half term we will send a link via email and text so that parents can book either an online or face to face appointment.

Dates for consultations:

Tuesday 28th February and Wednesday 1st March

Drinks and sweets

Please can we remind parents and carers that children should not be bringing pop or hydration drinks like Prime into school. We also do ask that sweets are chocolate bars are not included in lunch boxes. Children are encouraged to bring water and also fruit to have as a snack at morning break.

Many thanks for your continued support

Steven Holmes

Headteacher

Wednesday 1st February at 9am - Year 3 Class Worship

Tuesday 7th February at 5.30pm - Parents meeting for London

Wednesday 8th February at 9am - Year 5 Class Worship

Friday 10th February - School closes for the half term break

Monday 20th February - School opens

Tuesday 21st and Wednesday 22nd February - Book look after school

Wednesday 22nd February at 9am- Year 2 Class Worship

Thursday 23rd February - Spring Reports to be sent home

Tuesday 28th February - Parent Consultations

Wednesday 1st March - Parent Consultations

Wednesday 1st March at 9am - Year 1 Class Worship

Thursday 7th March - Year 4 visit Jorvik and Dig

Tuesday 14th March - Year 3 visit Murton Park for a Roman day

Wednesday 15th March at 9am - Reception Class Worship

Wednesday 22nd to Friday 24th March - Year 6 London visit

Tuesday 28th March - Easter Service in the Cathedral (TBC)

Friday 31st March - Music Concert

Friday 31st March - School closes for the Easter holidays

Oscar's Easter Holiday Club - dates to be confirmed

Monday 16th April - School opens for the summer term

Ripon Cathedral Church of England Primary School

Email: admin@riponcathedral.n-yorks.sch.uk
Website: www.riponcathedralschool.org.uk
Location: HG41LT, United Kingdom
Phone: 01765 602355
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Twitter: @riponcathschool