The '2 Johns' online safety workshops were an eye-opening experience today for both children and staff. Their insights into navigating social media have been invaluable. It has made us reflect on our current culture around online safety and how we can strengthen it moving forward.
Year 3 recently visited the Science Museum, where they participated in the captivating "Feel the Force" workshop. Immersed in the world of magnets and forces, the workshop provided a hands-on experience that ignited their curiosity.
Year 6 recently took part in a 'Body Boundaries, Consent and Respect' workshop. This session empowered our pupils and helped them understand the importance of personal boundaries, consent and cultivating a culture of respect. It also provides our pupils with practical insights and tools, equipping them with valuable skills as they navigate the transition to adolescence. Please have a look at the slides attached below for more information.
This year, our online safety workshop will be delivered virtually by 'The 2 Johns'. This will take place in the evening between 8pm - 9:30pm on Monday 27th November 2023.
Parent workshops at Aldersbrook are an important community event!
Please have a look at the poster attached along with a guide on how to register and log in. The Zoom link for the session can be found on the poster and in the guide.
We urge you to sign up as soon as possible as this session is crucial for keeping children safe online. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Year 5 recently visited the British Museum to explore the Kingdom of Benin exhibition. Exploring artefacts and unravelling the history of this ancient kingdom, the visit provided a vivid and enriching glimpse into a bygone era.
Aldersbrook Primary School is proud to actively participate in Anti-Bullying Week 2023 through a range of impactful initiatives. We had workshops that were delivered by a passionate ex-student who understands the challenges young people face. Their personal journey and insights inspired and empowered our pupils.
In addition to this, we had special assemblies delivered in collaboration with the Christian Education Project. These assemblies focused on promoting kindness, empathy, and respect, while addressing the importance of creating a safe and inclusive environment for all. We're excited to come together as a school community to raise awareness and stand up against bullying during this important week.
Year 6 visited the war memorial in Wanstead during shared writing week to draw inspiration from the stories of courage and sacrifice, weaving those narratives into their collective understanding of history.
Year 4 visited the Science Museum this week to take part in the 'It Takes Guts Workshop'. They learnt about the digestive system and explored exhibitions related to the human body and medicine!
Year 5 went off into space using VR headsets to learn about our solar system and planets.
