Year 6 took part in a World War 2 work shop ran by ‘That History Bloke’

26th January 2026S Admin (Biddick Hall Juniors)

We took part in a World War 2 work shop ran by ‘That History Bloke’.  We learned about what it was like for people to live through World War Two and listened to some real accounts of situations people lived through. We also got to examine many artefacts and find out what they were used for.  Pupils back then would be taught how to recognise British and enemy planes to keep themselves as safe as they could, we played a game where we had to try to identify various WW2 planes.  It was great fun but trickier than we thought!

Y5 were visited by some of The Newcastle Eagles women’s team and we explored how STEM is used in sport – basketball in particular.

26th January 2026S Admin (Biddick Hall Juniors)

STEM (Science, Technology, Maths and Engineering) is a very interesting area that is integrated with so many jobs.  Y5 were visited by some of The Newcastle Eagles women’s team and we explored how STEM is used in sport – basketball in particular. We calculated percentages and ratios for points scored and assists; looked at product design for sportswear and accessories and even got to do some basketball as well!  We loved our afternoon and learned a lot.

Help and Support for Families over the Festive Period

15th December 2025a hayward

The festive season should be joyful and inclusive for every child, but it can unintentionally create financial pressure for families.  Here are some key organisations and resources to help your celebrations remain enjoyable over the holidays and into the early months of 2026.

 

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Science Buddies visited Year 6.

8th December 2025S Admin (Biddick Hall Juniors)

Year 6 were lucky enough to take part in a workshop run by ‘Science Buddies’ as part of our Science topic linked to ‘Light and Reflection’. We used torches and mirrors, and what we had learnt about about reflection to move the light rays around the maze. The winners of the task were the group who were first to make the ray of light shine onto the jewel, positioned at the end of the maze. We had good fun, while testing our problem-solving and team-working skills.

Year 6 visited our local church.

8th December 2025S Admin (Biddick Hall Juniors)

Year 6 visited our local church where volunteers welcomed us and took us around different stations which represented the journey of the magi following the star from the Nativity story. We reflected on difficult journeys we may make in our life and different emotions we carry around with us as well as hopes and aspirations and gratitude. Afterwards, we sang some Christmas carols to the volunteers who were incredibly impressed with our voices.