Anker Valley Primary Academy News Feed - Reception Dragonflies

Dragonflies go on an underwater adventure!

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 08:00:27 GMT

Dragonflies travelled from Tamworth to Birmingham by train to visit the Sealife Centre.

Our very own hungry caterpillars!

Sun, 6 Aug 2023 08:02:52 GMT

Dragonflies have loved watching their caterpillars grow and emerge as beautiful butterflies!

Exciting new resources for the outdoor area!

Wed, 17 May 2023 13:07:52 GMT

Dragonflies enjoy the opportunity to explore their new outdoor learning resources.

Planting seeds to commemorate the King's Coronation

Mon, 15 May 2023 09:31:59 GMT

Dragonflies plant seeds sent to schools to commemorate the King's Coronation.

Dog's Trust Assembly and Workshop

Mon, 15 May 2023 09:32:39 GMT

The children learn how to be safe around dogs and the five happy dog rules to help look after Astro when he is in school.

Celebrating the King's Coronation

Sat, 5 Aug 2023 20:49:59 GMT

The children in Dragonflies lead a special Family Assembly for the coronation of King Charles III.

Dragonflies visit Glascote Academy Farm

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 20:34:52 GMT

Another exciting start to a new week for Dragonflies!

Dragonflies Visit to Parkridge Wildlife Centre

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 20:23:02 GMT

Dragonflies have had a fabulous first day back after the Easter holidays with a visit to the woodlands.

In the moment Forest School!

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:43:10 GMT

Our children love their weekly Forest School session so much that they have made their own fire pit in the Dragonflies outside area.

Porridge, Spital Chapel, Snow and Drums!

Tue, 3 Oct 2023 10:48:23 GMT

What a busy week it has been in Dragonflies this week!

Snow Play

Sun, 3 Sep 2023 14:50:43 GMT

The Arctic blast was well received by Dragonflies today!

Porridge for the Three Bears!

Mon, 3 Jul 2023 13:12:28 GMT

Dragonflies have been learning all about Traditional Tales this term. Today, they have been trying to find porridge that tastes just right for the Three Bears and Goldilocks.

St David's Day and World Book Day

Fri, 3 Mar 2023 14:23:10 GMT

Dragonflies have made a fabulous start to the new half term and have enjoyed listening to some more traditional tales this week, including the story of The Three Billy Goats Gruff and Chicken Licken. We have also started learning two songs to perform during our Easter bonnet parade on 24^th March and Miss Garrett and I cannot wait to see this year's bonnets!

Pancakes and Valentines!

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 11:50:50 GMT

This half term has flown by, and Miss Garrett and I are really proud of the progress the children in Dragonflies are making, we hope that you enjoyed looking at some of their work during your Parent Consultation appointments this week.

What big eyes you have!!

Thu, 2 Feb 2023 20:50:30 GMT

In Dragonflies this week, they have been reading the story of Little Red Riding Hood as part of their Fairy Tales unit of work.

This week in Dragonflies...

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 14:58:07 GMT

It has been a busy week in Dragonflies!

Run, run as fast as you can!!

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 12:03:22 GMT

This week in Dragonflies, the children have listened to the story of the Gingerbread Man.

In the Moment learning.

Tue, 1 Aug 2023 19:59:23 GMT

The children in Dragonflies have been busy this week helping staff by making 'spider catchers'.

Santa Safari Trip

Thu, 12 May 2022 14:18:54 GMT

Dragonflies had a wonderful trip to West Midlands Safari Park on Monday 5th December - their first school trip!

Making Christingles

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 11:24:34 GMT

On Thursday, Dragonflies, Herons and the children in Rainbow room joined together to make Christingles.

Imaginative Play in Dragonflies

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 10:42:50 GMT

The children in Dragonflies have thoroughly enjoyed a delivery of boxes from Mrs Chyla this morning!

TCS Mini Marathon!

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 13:16:16 GMT

This week, the children in Dragonflies started their Mini Marathon Challenge by completing 5 laps of the playground.

Autumn Term Week 3 in Dragonflies...

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 14:13:09 GMT

This week, Dragonflies have listened to the story of 'The Colour Monster'. In this story, the Colour Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad and scared all at once. To help him, a little girl shows him what each feeling means through colour. As a class we talked about the different feelings shown in the book and how we might know that somebody is feeling happy, angry, scared, or sad. We discussed the Calm Corner in our classroom and the types of things we could do in this area, for example, read a book, cuddle 'Mrs Sloth', sit quietly, practise breathing deeply or lie down on the cushions.

Dragonflies first PE lesson!

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 14:18:05 GMT

Dragonflies has their first indoor PE lesson on Wednesday afternoon.

Dragonflies Class of 2022

Sat, 9 Jul 2022 21:24:03 GMT

On Tuesday 6th September, our new class of Dragonflies joined Anker Valley.

Heatwave at Anker Valley!

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 14:40:38 GMT

It is Dragonflies last Monday before the summer holidays and with the extreme temperatures forecast for today the children have come to school in their own loose-fitting clothing with their hats and sun cream on ready.

Sports Day!

Mon, 7 Nov 2022 16:26:40 GMT

It was Sports Day today at Anker Valley and the children were fabulous.

Summer Reading Challenge

Thu, 7 Jul 2022 13:49:36 GMT

Today, the children in Dragonflies had an assembly led by a representative from Tamworth Library, who spoke to the children about the Summer Reading Challenge.

Under the Sea

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 17:38:54 GMT

This half term, Dragonflies are learning all about animals that live under the sea.

Healthy Living Week!

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 11:21:01 GMT

As part of Healthy Living Week, today Dragonflies listened to the story ‘Oliver’s Fruit Salad’ and talked about the importance of a healthy balanced diet.

Dragonflies Visit Glascote Farm

Fri, 20 May 2022 13:21:39 GMT

On Monday 16th May, Dragonflies visited the farm at Glascote Academy, where they were met by Miss Phillips the outdoor lead.

Fun in the Rain!

Mon, 5 Dec 2022 14:43:50 GMT

Dragonflies aren't stopped by a change in the weather!.

A Visit to the Park

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 15:18:26 GMT

On Wednesday of this week, Dragonflies visited our local park with Mrs Free and Mrs Hamblin.

The Story of the Three Little Pigs

Thu, 3 Nov 2022 15:18:59 GMT

Dragonflies have loved listening to the story of the Three Little Pigs this week.

World Book Day

Sat, 3 Sep 2022 19:55:13 GMT

On Thursday 3rd March, Dragonflies celebrated World Book Day.

Pancake Day Celebrations

Sat, 3 Sep 2022 19:48:47 GMT

On Tuesday 1st March, we celebrated Shrove Tuesday at Anker Valley.

Dragonflies Visit St Editha's Church

Sun, 2 Oct 2022 12:05:28 GMT

On Tuesday, Dragonflies visited St Editha's Church in the centre of town in order to find out about places of worship in the local area.

Number Day!

Sat, 2 Apr 2022 15:21:36 GMT

On Friday 4th February, Dragonflies celebrated Number Day.

Story Telling Week: Visit to Tamworth Library

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:23:38 GMT

To kick-start Story Telling Week, Dragonflies walked to Tamworth Library today.

RSPB Big Bird Watch

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 17:55:21 GMT

Dragonflies have been learning all about birds this week in preparation for the RSPB Big Bird Watch.

Dragonflies First Music Concert

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 14:18:21 GMT

On Monday 17th January, Dragonflies performed a selection of songs that they have been learning with Mr Sullivan from Rock It Music.

Traditional Tales and Frosty Mornings

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 17:38:33 GMT

This week in Dragonflies the children have started to find out about Traditional Tales.

Rainbow Readers

Sun, 12 Dec 2021 19:59:38 GMT

Dragonflies first Rainbow Readers have received their red certificates for successfully completing 25 reads at home.

A Special Trip to the Post Box

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 15:09:18 GMT

On Thursday, Dragonflies took some very special letters to the post box.

Fun in the Snow!

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 13:18:48 GMT

Dragonflies enjoyed exploring the snow today.

Anti-Bullying Week 2021

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 09:45:39 GMT

The theme of Anti-Bullying Week 2021 was 'One Kind Word' and our Dragonflies have been learning all about how to spread kindness this week.

Remembrance Day

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 11:55:13 GMT

This week, Dragonflies have been learning about Remembrance Day.

Pop Bang Whizz Fireworks!

Tue, 11 May 2021 15:09:59 GMT

This week Dragonflies have been exploring the sounds and patterns made by fireworks.

Fabulous new outdoor play equipment is installed!

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 14:07:27 GMT

The outdoor play equipment has been installed, so this week the Dragonflies were very excited to be able to play on it for the very first time.

PE with Mrs Horlor

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 14:18:36 GMT

This week in PE, Dragonflies used the PE apparatus for the very first time.