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Year 1 Explorers

Year 1 enjoyed exploring their new playground last week. They are particularly excited to try out the “big slide”. They children have settled quickly to their new routine. Keep a look out for classroom learning pictures this week!

Year 1 enjoyed exploring their new playground last week. They are particularly excited to try out the “big slide”. They children have settled quickly to their new routine. Keep a look out for classroom learning pictures this week!

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