Autumn in EYFS
It’s starting to feel very autumnal in EYFS! Pupils have been enjoying lots of seasonal activities, from making orange tea and crunching through leaves to baking their own pretend pumpkin pies. They have also been exploring the different textures of autumn, getting hands-on as they investigate the changes happening around them. It has been a […]
Y6 Crucial Crew Visit
On Friday, Y6 had an amazing time at Crucial Crew, taking part in a range of activities designed to help them learn how to stay safe in different situations. They explored bus and road safety, learned about exploitation and knife crime, and developed their understanding of water safety. One of the highlights was the courtroom activity, […]
Harvest Experience
This week, Aston Lodge had a lovely time visiting the local church for a special Harvest experience. The children worked their way around a carousel of engaging, hands-on activities, giving them the opportunity to learn more about where our food comes from and how it is produced. They enjoyed making pots, having a go at […]
Rotherham Day in EYFS
Last Friday, the children in EYFS celebrated Rotherham Day! Everyone dressed in red and talked about where their school is located. They shared places they have visited in Rotherham and discussed what they enjoy seeing and doing in their local area. The children then put on their adventure backpacks and headed outside for a special […]
Fine Motor Skills in EYFS
Over the past few weeks, EYFS have been developing their fine motor skills through lots of fun, hands-on activities. They have enjoyed Dough Disco, using tweezers to pick up bumble bees and spaghetti, and creating marks and patterns with chalk. These activities have helped develop their concentration, coordination and control, while encouraging plenty of perseverance. […]
Rotherham Day
Today, Aston Lodge pupils have loved dressing in red to celebrate Rotherham Day! The children have taken part in a range of activities celebrating our local town, including creating posters, exploring maps of Rotherham and talking about places they know and enjoy visiting. They also enjoyed looking back at the events and activities they took […]
Art Study in Y2
This half term, Year 2 have been busy learning about their new artist, Linda Lang. They have explored a range of her artwork and learned about how and why she creates her pieces. The pupils have enjoyed discussing what they can see in her artwork and have used their ideas to create their own colour […]
Headteacher Roundup
Our latest Headteacher Roundups has arrived! We are excited to share some of the fantastic things that have been taking place at Aston Lodge. From achievements in the classroom to wider school successes, the roundups highlight the hard work, talent, and dedication of both our pupils and staff. Click the links below to see what […]
Wear a Word Day
Today, Aston Lodge celebrated their love of oracy and communication with our ‘Wear a Word’ Day! Pupils took part in vocabulary scavenger hunts, word games and a range of speaking activities, all designed to celebrate the importance of speaking and listening. Everyone looked fantastic in their costumes, and we loved seeing their creativity come to […]
Rugby Skills in Y6
Yesterday, Year 6 had a fantastic PE lesson developing their tag rugby skills. They began by practising their passing technique, using a sideways pass and making a ‘W’ shape with their hands to hold the ball securely. They then put their skills into practice through 1v1 and 2v2 games, where they worked on rolling the ball […]
