Space Composition in Y2
Recently, Y2 began planning their space-inspired composition. This week, they explored Jupiter by Gustav Holst and thought about how they could use different space sounds to convey a sense of joy and excitement. They then recorded their ideas using symbols to create a graphic score, combining creativity and musical understanding to bring their space-themed composition […]
Y4/5 Ukulele Lesson
Recently, Y4/5 have been listening carefully to the rhythm of music and playing along on their ukuleles. Throughout the sessions, they focused on timing, strumming, and coordinating with the beat, showing real concentration and effort. The children were proud to showcase their talents and performed with confidence, demonstrating how much they have learned. It was […]
Literacy Success in Y2
These Year 2 children are celebrating Proud Certificates for their fantastic work in Literacy. One pupil has worked incredibly hard to improve his letter formation, showing great care and progress in his handwriting. Another pupil impressed us all with her detailed and imaginative descriptions in her adventure story. Well done to both of you! #WeWorkHard
Maths in Y6
This week in Maths, Year 6 have been learning about the equivalence between fractions, decimals, and percentages. Some facts are easier to remember – for example, ½ is the same as 0.5 and 50%. Pupils have also been converting fractions into decimals using decimal division. They have worked incredibly hard, showing great perseverance with their […]
Maths in Y2
This week in Maths, Year 2 have been learning how to measure in centimetres and metres. They explored different types of measuring equipment and used them to measure a variety of objects around the school. The first challenge was deciding which tool was best for each task, but the children worked well with their partners […]
Y2 History
As part of their Toys and Technology learning, Y2 have been exploring how video games have changed over time. They were lucky enough to have some original consoles brought into school, giving them the chance to see firsthand just how much they have evolved. The children discovered that some games were played using discs, others […]
Proud Podium at Thrybergh Primary!
We are incredibly proud of our amazing children who read at home consistently every week throughout last half term – what a fantastic achievement! Your dedication, effort, and love of reading are really shining through. Keep up the brilliant work, and well done, Team Thrybergh! #WeWorkHard
Design Technology in Y1
This half term, Year 1 have been busy designers! Their challenge was to design and make a pencil case from recycled fabric. Each pencil case needed to be the right size to hold 10 pencils, fastened with Velcro, and decorated using scrap fabric. Sewing can be tricky, but the children persevered and worked hard to […]
Maths in Y1
This week, Year 1 have been focusing on their subtraction skills. They have been using number bonds, number lines, and counting back to solve problems. Today, pupils practised finding the difference. They used counters to see how many more were needed and then moved on to solving missing number questions, such as 13 + ? […]
Silverwood Colliery Heritage Group Visit
Recently, Years 4 to 6 were visited by members of the Silverwood Colliery Heritage Group, who came to share memorabilia and stories from the 1984 Miners’ Strike. Among the visitors were former miners and family members of miners, who explained the significance of each item and shared fascinating insights about life during that time. The […]