Ancient Egypt Day is one of the most memorable days in Y3. All children in the year group – and the staff! – looked resplendent in their colourful costumes. We played host to Pharaohs, Queens, mummies and slaves – but all were able to take part in, and enjoy, a range of exciting activities. After the traditional press call, the children rotated around a carousel of Ancient-Egypt themed activities. We were all busy making bookmarks on genuine papyrus, solving some fiendish Egpytian mathematical puzzles, and demonstrating our creativity in a number of role play activities. Many enjoyed playing our life-sized human board game: Hittites versus Egyptians! Another highlight for many was a trip into the tomb of Tutankhamun – very atmospheric, and helping us understand the feelings Howard Carter might have experienced back in 1922…

The International Day of Peace is observed around the world each year on 21 September. Established in 1981 by unanimous United Nations resolution, Peace Day provides a globally shared date for all humanity to commit to Peace above all differences and to contribute to building a Culture of Peace. https://internationaldayofpeace.org/

Sixty students from Year 7 and Year 8 participated in the UK Junior Maths Challenge in April last term. We were one of around 4000 schools, with upwards of 300,000 students, involved in the competition. Our students achieved 9 Gold, 13 Silver and 11 Bronze awards.