As part of their volcano learning, Year 3s have been busy making and testing their own volcano models. This created huge excitement and enthusiasm for science and experimenting with chemical reactions, as well as reinforcing the learning the children had done about rock layers, volcano shape and structure and surrounding vegetation - all of which featured in their models. Some 'vegetation' was even destroyed in the 'lava flow', just like might happen in real life!

Our amazing new climbing frame was installed this week! The climbing frame will be ready for use from Monday onwards. The climbing frame has been paid for with a sizeable contribution from Friends of Hillside along with grant funding. Many thanks to the Friends - the children will get so much out of this!

It was so much fun to watch being installed I thought I'd make a quick time-lapse to share, which you can watch here in the gallery.

Our new Reception children have got off to a flying start with their 'Wheely Fridays'! It's great to see how they are developing their balance, coordination and physical skills as they make the most of the big space on the playground. Many thanks to Reception parents for supporting with their children's  bikes and scooters for this weekly event!