🎻 "Year 3 have begun learning the violin and cello, building coordination, listening, and focus skills. With each new song and scale, their enthusiasm and progress in music are a joy to see!" ~ Ms Laryea #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel

🎭 "Thank you to Malachi from @HalfMoonTheatre for delivering an engaging workshop that got Year 6 thinking about their transitions!" ~ Ms Antoniades #StElizabeth #RelationshipsResilienceResponsibilityRespect #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel #Poplar

🚗 "The children enjoy Science lessons, and engagement has grown. This term, the Year 3s investigated how friction affects cars driving on different surfaces, making for a hands-on and exciting experiment!" ~ Mr Lubwama #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney

🏀 Having so much fun in our PE lesson with wonderful external coaches! “I learnt how to dribble the ball better by practising different drills.” ~ Year 5 student #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel #Poplar

🎶 "Year 1 enjoyed singing together, using the taught actions to bring the song to life while building confidence!" ~ Mrs Galeri #StElizabeth #RelationshipsResilienceResponsibilityRespect #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel #Poplar

📝 "Year 6 have been writing about The Journey by Francesca Sanna. They have constructed a nine-plot-point plan and are today drafting their first version." ~ Ms Antoniades @Frenci_San #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel #Poplar

🏮 "For Chinese New Year, Reception learned about its meaning and traditions. They tasted spring rolls and prawn crackers and took home a fortune cookie to share with family!" ~ Miss Sutherland #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford

🥎 "Year 1 worked on marking players in PE, learning to stay close to their partner while moving in space. They practised teamwork, focus, and coordination." ~ Mrs Galeri #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel #Poplar

📚 "St Alphonsa started a new text this week, 'The Gardener' by Sarah Stewart. Working in pairs, they identified the key features of a letter!" ~ Miss Laryea @sarahfstewart #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel #Poplar

Staff Professional Development focused on creating a literacy-rich environment and promoting reading for pleasure. Teachers learned how to support students through their classroom setup and tried the ‘Book Blanket’ activity. #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney

🌍 "In our Reception Celebration of the Word session, we explored the story of the Good Samaritan. Using Godly Play, we shared the story and reflected on how we can show love and kindness to others." ~ Miss Sutherland #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney

🌏 "Year 2 have been learning to write informative texts with 'Dear Earth' by @IsabelOtter. They’ve discussed caring for the planet, gathered facts on endangered animals, and are creating leaflets to inspire action." ~ Miss Mir #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #Hackney

🌟 "On Monday, we lived our mission of faith, community and service. Through stories, art and reflection, pupils embraced kindness, inspired by Jesus' teachings." ~ Mrs Faulkner #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel #Poplar

💞 "In Religion, the Reception children learned about the story of Jesus welcoming the children. We discussed ways we can make others feel welcome and valued, encouraging kindness and showing love in our everyday actions." ~ Miss Sutherland #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #Hackney

📚 We have started the 'Read for Good Readathon,' encouraging children to read as many books as they can to raise money for books and resources for children in hospital, while promoting a love of reading. @BloomsburyEd @ReadforGoodUK #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #Hackney

🎵 "St Alphonsa had their weekly singing lesson with Sister Karen. They learned new songs and revisited ones they’ve been practicing from previous weeks." ~ Miss Laryea #StElizabeth #RelationshipsResilienceResponsibilityRespect #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford

⛓️ "St Alphonsa visited Old Ford Lock, walking along Regents and Duckett’s Cut to observe wildlife. They learned about Victoria Park’s history and watched Mike open the lock.." ~ Miss Laryea @CanalRiverTrust #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel

🚤 St MacKillop and St Hurtado students enjoyed a Geography trip to the Towpath Canal at Old Ford Lock, learning about canals, habitats, and their history while operating the lock and watching it in action. @CanalRiverTrust #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney

🏏 "Year 3 and 4 St MacKillop Class have been enjoying weekly cricket lessons. They are run by the wonderful coaches Ihtisham and Dipayan from Platform Cricket!" ~ Miss Mir @PlatformLDN1 #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel #Poplar

📚 Year 3 & 4 enjoyed an author talk with Serena Patel and received 60 free copies of Anisha: Accidental Detective! Thank you, BookTrust Represents! @Booktrust @SerenaKPatel #StElizabeth #TowerHamlets #BethnalGreen #Hackney #Stratford #Whitechapel #Poplar