St Nicholas were recently chosen as a case study school by Smartbox, the company who make the Grid communication app we use on our whiteboards and iPads. They worked with Katy Bourne, our lead SALTa and Grid Lead to showcase how well we have been integrating Grid around school. Take a look at the blog post here St Nicholas School’s journey with Grid – Smartbox
And here are some of the photos they have published on their Instagram
We were so lucky to have a very special visit from St Nicks’ A-Listers SINGING HANDS! Suzanne and Tracy came and sang songs for us, with all the props, Makaton and actions we have been enjoying on their videos for years! They were so kind and lovely, spent time to have photos with each class and gave everyone a lovely experience! Thank you to Seville for organising!
Elm Class visited Garson’s Pick-Your-Own fruit far
m, and had a SCRUMPTIOUS time!
Beech Class had a fantastic day at Deen City Farm! Their science topic is all about living and growing, so it was great to see and feed some real life farm animals. Well done, boys!
We have had lots of fun trips going on in school recently, including Forest Class’ trip to Higher Drive park in Purley and Orchard went to Beddington Park.
Last week, Lake Class went to Tesco to work on their social skills and independence. They found their own fruit and paid for it at the till, and then visited the cafe!
Lion class had the most wonderful time visiting the Natural History Museum as a part of our ‘Rumbling World’ topic. We were able to take the escalator up into the volcano and even had a turn on the earthquake simulator. We had to be very brave!
Orchard class did some super shopping at Tesco today, to buy ingredients for their Easter nest cakes and some extra snacks for their class party. They were so grown up and sensible, walking to Tesco, doing good listening, walking around Tesco with their partner and using indoor voices in the shop. They ticked off items on their shopping list and paid at the till. They went slightly over budget but luckily Tammy was able to use her Clubcard to bring the price down! Well done Orchard Class!
Willow and Valley Class had a fantastic trip to Surrey Street Market, where they were able to see, try and buy some African foods as part of their Amazing Africa topic. The market traders were very friendly and helpful, one gentleman gave the children some yam and chicken to try, and spoke to the children about the African foods he sells. A kind lady also bought the children some coconut and sugar cane, which they really enjoyed trying – it was so sweet! Look at all the fruit they bought!
Beech class enjoyed a fun morning out in Croydon. The children explored the Central library, making new friends from other schools, looking around the museum and enjoying the sunshine and play area in Queen’s Park.
