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Swallows have been experimenting with the Microsoft MakeCode app to enhance their learning about our @BBCmicrobits. We have been learning all about the different ways that we can program our Micro:Bits! #TheGatesComputing

In Commando Joes this week, we had to work as a team and build up our stamina in preparation for our latest mission; 'to walk the Amazon rainforest'! We worked through lots of gruelling circuits and then created our own for others to try. #TheGatesPE

This week in Commando Joes, Swallows did an amazing job at preparing and packing for their upcoming expedition. They showed great teamwork and communication skills to pack their backpacks. #TheGatesCommandoJoes #TheGatesPE Commando Joe's

Swallows have been using BBC Micro:Bits this week in computing. They connected them to the school PCs and explored different ways we can program them to show different outcomes. #TheGatesComputing BBC micro:bit

Swallows have started to create their final product in DT. They designed their product and planned where their mechanism will be before doing an amazing job at constructing their rainforest themed mechanism! #TheGatesDT

We are extremely excited to announce that The Gates has been awarded D&T Quality Mark! This is a huge achievement that showcases our wonderful achievements and dedication to DT in school. #TheGatesDT Design & Technology Association

We hope everybody had a great Easter! Swallows have had a super morning, using the internet to research all about our new class author, Ted Hughes! We are all very excited to start reading The Iron Man.

We have seen some wonderful homework so far this half term! These beautiful, realistic flowers have been sketched and shaded! #TheGatesArt

After reading more of The Iron Man, we had the opportunity to interview the characters, Hogarth and Hogarth’s father. We asked lots of questions to infer thoughts and feelings about the events that happened. Ted Hughes #TheGatesEnglish #TheGatesReading

We have been doing lots of practical Maths when learning about fractions this week! #TheGatesMaths

Can you help? On 21st May, Mrs. Riley is cycling 100 miles in just one day to raise money for the Eco Team and improving the school's outdoor learning environment! Please help by donating to this amazing cause! justgiving.com/crowdfunding/t…

We have been busy this morning creating some headwear for tomorrow‘s VE Day celebrations. #TheGatesArt #TheGatesHistory

Swallows Class have been learning all about the reproductive parts of a flower. They enjoyed looking closely at each part of some fresh flowers! #TheGatesScience

Lots of collaboration and experimenting with money happening in Swallows this week! #TheGatesMaths

Swallows have been practising their sewing skills in DT this week. They showed lots of resilience and progress when learning some new skills. #TheGatesDT

This morning we have been reflecting on some of our writing and collaboratively redrafting some of our sentences. #TheGatesEnglish

What an excellent turn out for #TheGatesEnterprise! The children did an excellent job making and selling their Egyptian inspired coin purses. #TheGatesDT

Swallows enjoyed this little game of hangman to recap words and phrases linked to the first chapter of #Thelastbear Hannah Gold - here sometimes 🤩

This afternoon, Swallows have been working on their plan ready to create an iMovie all about The Ancient Egyptians. They planned in lots of different elements to make their movie exciting and informative. #TheGatesComputing

We were lucky enough to have a visit from Laura from Greater Manchester Police and the CSI department. What a fantastic way to kickstart #Aspirationsweek!