Year 5 have been learning how to play the ukulele in music! They have practised major and minor chords, moving between them, and even singing while playing — creating their very own ukulele orchestra.




Year 5 have been learning how to play the ukulele in music! They have practised major and minor chords, moving between them, and even singing while playing — creating their very own ukulele orchestra.
Orchard was pleased to welcome Deputy Mayor Dylan Law to speak with our Year 5 and 6 pupils. He shared his journey into local government, explained how he came to…

Year 6 enjoyed their first kayaking session, where they learned how to use their paddles effectively and began developing their kayaking skills. The children took part in a range of…

After breakfast and packing their bags ready for home, the children returned to their activities before lunch. In fencing, they refined their footwork, practised precise lunges and parries, and further…

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we returned to our activities, starting with Sensory Trails. The children worked in pairs to develop their communication and listening skills by giving instructions to…

Year 4 visited the Ragged School Museum and travelled back to the Victorian era. They experienced a Victorian classroom and compared it to their own, including the strict rules and…

In recognition of the teaching and learning of music at Orchard, our school has been awarded the Music Mark of Recognition for Ambition & Quality. This award is in recognition of…

Day 5 – Our Final Visit to our Partner School Today pupils were excited to return to CEIP Maximiliano Gil to spend more time with their new Spanish friends. The…

Day 4 – El Teide National Park Today pupils were bubbling with excitement as we set off to visit El Teide National Park and see a real volcano with their own eyes.…

Day 2 – Exploring Puerto de la Cruz After our busy travel day yesterday, we started the morning a little more gently with a hearty breakfast at the hotel buffet…
