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Learning by Doing: Scientific Exploration
For the past few weeks AF has spent some time with one simple question: How can this picture be recreated? But rather than simply looking it up his task was to use his previous knowledge to hypothesize, plan and test his ideas to find a way. STEP 1: Brainstorming & Research Initially, AF was unsure. […]
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Delicious Chocolate Pine Cones
Going into the kitchen during the week you may have been met with an odd sight. Neatly arranged on a tray sat several… pine cones? Even on closer inspection these small works of art looked indistinguishable from perfectly shaped pinecones. And even better: They were edible, too! Following a video recipe HW carefully and patiently […]
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Weekly Highlights
Last week our students experimented, created and learned all sorts of things! Have a look at some of last week’s highlights here: You often hear that children play too many video games, but hardly anyone talks about the educational value of creating them! Using patience, creativity, programming skills and attention to detail are absolutely essential, […]
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Assembling Success: TE Tackles 3D Assemblies in #Onshape
TE had a great technical session today, exploring the world of assemblies in #Onshape — a key step in advancing his 3D design skills.
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Christmas Open Day – Dec 11th – 2-6pm
Pop in and see what we have to offer as an alternative provision, and while you’re here, pick up one of our students’ festive Christmas enterprise creations! Every product on display has been designed and produced by our students, showcasing their creativity, skill, and hard work. Even better — all profits go directly back into […]
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Leveling Up: EH’s #NESMaker Game Takes Shape
Developing Game Mechanics In this session, EH introduced several exciting new elements to their project, including warp points, checkpoints, and moving enemies. These additions are major steps toward creating a more dynamic and engaging experience for players. It’s clear that EH is growing increasingly confident with the tools and concepts in #NESMaker, using them to […]
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PSHE – Exploring Democracy
Today we took a deep dive into the concept of democracy—what it means, why it matters, and how it compares with other forms of government. We began by unpacking the core idea of democracy and discussing what it represents to each student. This led to thoughtful conversations about alternative systems and how power is distributed within them.
