Willow 2 visited Masjid al-Furqan (Leigh Mosque) to build our interfaith relationship with the Mosque. Pupils had the opportunity to look around and ask questions. We look forward to visiting again and inviting members of the Mosque into Rowan Tree for some religious celebrations.
Some children in Maple 2 were chosen to sing some songs at St Phillips church. They performed beautifully for a lovely small crowd. Afterwards Reverend Tracey told Maple 2 a story about God and then taught them how to say, “Thank you God”.
Early Learners have really enjoyed visiting the soft play centre at Howe Bridge this half term. This has not only been great fun but has helped them to develop their skills in PSHE, Physical development and Communication.
After a delicious dinner of pizzas Year 4 pupils discovered that their CAFT hosts had left an assortment of industrial torches to take on a walk so that they could say goodnight to all the different animals during their final evening on the farm. Learners loved projecting light across the different areas of the farm and creating their own farm themed shadow puppets with the help of their teachers.
After all this excitement they have now returned to the main farm house to enjoy some milk and cookies before bedtime.
This afternoon our year 4 pupils had great fun accessing the onsite Game Room at the Children’s Adventure Farm Trust, a separate building located in the middle of the ten acres of land. Learners enjoyed using all the different turn taking games and accessing the Interactive Table within the adjoining Sensory Room.
Photograph taken shows pupils enjoying a light snack together before moving on to their next activity.
Year 4 learners have ventured down to the woods for an exciting opportunity to roast their own marshmallows. Pupils listened carefully as their helpful CAFT activity leaders took them through the important ways we keep ourselves safe around a campfire before giving them the opportunity to have a go. Afterwards, they enjoyed a campfire sing song with pupils requesting the songs they wished to be performed, we were very proud to hear of how they showed CAFT staff members how to sign along to some of their favourite musical pieces.
We’ve been designing and creating our own mugs with our CAFT Play Worker. Learners have been creating these little tokens for their loved ones at home and as a memento of our time together here on the farm. Pupils have had lots of fun creating their own slimes and playdohs.
The new group of Year 4 residential users have been out to meet the neighbours today, feeding various farm animals and taking part in some animal care.
We look forward to caring for the animals for the duration of our stay.
The first group of Year 4 pupils have departed the Children’s Adventure Farm Trust, they’ve had a fantastic week and all really enjoyed themselves… but the adventure doesn’t stop there as the second group arrives! We will continue to be sharing photographs of all the wonderful things they get up to.
Year 4 pupils have had barrels of fun roasting marshmallows around the fire pit. They listened carefully to instructions and were also able to decorate their own hot chocolates with toppings of their choice.
After they had eaten their yummy treats and wiped their hands, learners took part in a campfire singsong – exploring different instruments.