Ecobricks!

Don't forget to start collecting bottles and plastics to make ecobricks for our exciting project after half term! We started this one today...

Remember - 'clean, chop and cram'!

See the newsletter for full instructions and happy half term.

Year 5 & 6 Site Survey

Site Survey

This morning, Year 5 and 6 went for a short walk to investigate three local sites that could be perfect for our theme parks.

We recorded current use, infrastructure, observable features, geographical features, utilities access and much more.  

By the time we finished, many of us had a clear idea as to which location we would apply to the council for.  

The results may surprise you!

Why not have a debate at home and see if you agree?!

Design Charette - Project Theme Park

Project Theme Park

Year 5 & 6 have been incredibly busy this week with the launch of their Project Theme Park!

Not only have we had an exciting trip to Paultons but out architect, Rachel Brown, visited the school on Tuesday to hold a design charette. 

charette

From a French word referring to a cart, charette refers to a period of intense (often group) work usually in order to meet a deadline. 

She launched our design challenge and set us the goal of creating a Theme Park for all ages in the local area.  Rachel will be coming back after half term to judge the entries.  She will be looking for: a clear theme, ride accessibility, welfare facilities, commercial facilities and much more.

Watch out for your invite to our design exhibition.

Yr 5 & 6 Fun at the Fair (Paultons Park)

After working hard at our workshop, we got to experience the rides around the park as part of our research.