In October, lots of the Prep school children took part in a competition to celebrate Black History Month. The children were asked to consider who they thought were inspirational characters and who they would like to invite to a dinner party. The pupils then designed and made a dinner plate all about the inspirational character. The entries were fabulous and really demonstrated the children`s brilliant levels of creativity. Here are some of the entries...

The winners were announced on Wednesday and we would like to congratulate...
Rose, Autumn, Arla, Thomas, Joe and Freddie for their exceptional efforts.

Today year 9 took part in a thought-provoking role play about genetic testing and inheritance of genetic variants. They acted as couples and genetic councillors and discussed the possibility of having a child with cystic fibrosis, explored genetic probabilities and had a class debate on the ethical challenges families may face. Please do ask your child what they thought about these discussions, as some great insights emerged! Well done year 9 a great start to exploring complex topics in biology and ethics! #genetictesting #cysticfibrosis #ethicsdebate #biologyclass #criticalthinking #education #futureleaders

Lower Juniors: A Week of Exploration and Learning

This week, the Lower Juniors have been busy with hands-on learning across various subjects.

In science, the children delved into how scientists classify living things. Working in teams, they used Carroll and Venn diagrams to sort animals into different categories, sharpening their analytical and collaborative skills. They extended this learning in computing, where they used Apple Pages to design a diagram that grouped living things into five categories—a great blend of science and tech!

In comprehension, the focus was on historical fiction. The children read an engaging story about a Viking attack on an Anglo-Saxon village. They practiced highlighting key details and learned how glossaries function as mini dictionaries, helping them to expand their vocabulary and deepen their understanding of the text.

Meanwhile, in maths, the Lower Juniors reviewed telling time. Using interactive analogue clocks on iPads, they practiced reading and setting the time, combining digital tools with traditional skills to build confidence in this essential life skill.

It’s been an exciting week of discovery, teamwork, and creativity across all subjects!

Nursery Adventures in Colour Mixing

This week in nursery, we’ve been diving into the magical world of colour mixing! The children have had a wonderful time experimenting with different hues, discovering the endless possibilities of blending colours.

One of the highlights was creating vibrant car tracks—rolling wheels through paint and watching as new shades appeared right before their eyes. We also put our colour-mixing skills to the test while crafting stunning firework pictures, blending colours to capture the dazzling sparks and excitement of fireworks.

It’s been a lively, creative week, full of exploration and vibrant discoveries!

🌟 **Anti-Bullying Week: Choose Respect** 🌟

Today in PSHEE, our Year 7 pupils took part in meaningful discussions about this year`s Anti-Bullying Week theme, *Choose Respect*.

We explored the different types of bullying, its impact on mental health and school life, and why it can sometimes be hard to confront. Together, we delved into ways to seek help and support, and watched an eye-opening video about the emotional toll bullying takes on individuals.

A key takeaway from the session was understanding how bullying can sometimes be masked as "banter." This sparked thoughtful conversations about empathy and the importance of fostering respect in all their interactions.

At Pattison School, we are proud to empower our students with the knowledge and tools to create a safe and supportive environment for everyone. 💙 #AntiBullyingWeek #ChooseRespect #PSHEE #PattisonSchool #EmpathyMatters