Class Four

Screen Savvy Kids!

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Class 4 have been lucky enough to take part in a Digital Wellbeing Workshop recently as part of the Screen Savvy Kids campaign in Cumbria!
Friend of Levens School Sophie Martin led the workshop and taught us all about the ABCDS of digital wellbeing. We created logos and slogans to help spread the word about what we learned – some of these will be made into a banner for us to display in school!
 
A is for Affection. This is another word for kindness. It’s important to make sure that we are always kind to others online as there is a real person on the other side of the screen.
B is for Balance. It’s all too easy to get sucked into a world of screens and before we know it they take up all of our time! We learned about some of the things we can do to help us balance our time on and off-line.
C is for Compare. It can be very tempting to compare ourselves to other people we see online and this can lead to negative consequences for our wellbeing. Don’t be afraid to be you!
D is for Delay. Now more than ever, young people have access to tablets, phones and screens. We all took a moment to consider whether a smartphone or similar is a need or a want, and to think about delaying smartphone use to later in life.
S is for Sharing. Always take a minute to consider what we share online. Once something is on the internet, it is very hard to remove it. Would we still be happy with our post in 10 years time?
Check out the photos below of us working, and keep an eye out for our logos and slogans! If you need any more information you can visit the website for Happy Healthy Together who are running the campaign.

Buddies do lunch!

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Reception loved spending time with their buddies eating lunch today. Thank you Year 6 for supporting the children today!

Hoodwinked 2025

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Coming to you from the lively forests of Sherwood, our talented students took to the stage in their production of Hoodwinked, a playful and creative take on the legendary tale of Robin Hood.

After months of hard work, rehearsals, and teamwork, the children delivered a truly unforgettable performance. From a dramatic tree felling that left the audience gasping, to the hilarious singing friars

and a touching solo from Maid Marian, every scene sparkled with energy, heart, and humour.

The production was a true showcase of the children’s dedication and creativity. They poured their time and effort into every line, song, and costume, and it certainly paid off – what a show!

A huge thank you goes to all the parents and carers for their incredible support throughout the rehearsal period – from helping with costumes and learning lines, to cheering from the audience. We couldn’t have done it without you.

Bravo to all involved – Hoodwinked will be remembered for a long time to come!

Bastille Day

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Key Stage Two had a brilliant day learning all about Bastille Day and the French Revolution. The children all came dressed as a French word; we were really impressed with the creativity of the outfits. Thank you to everyone who supported this at home! The children all had the opportunity to try items of food you would find in a petit dejeuner. We all had a great time practising our French speaking and learning about some of the customs and traditions in France.

More learning outside the classroom for Class 4

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Class 4 had an amazing day at Fell Foot this week!

During the morning we worked with ‘Waterwise’ to learn all about how to implement self-rescue and assess a situation before even stepping into the water.  The lake was deeper than usual at this time of year, and colder, but we persevered and our confidence grew during the session.

After a tasty picnic lunch, we enjoyed orienteering and paddle boarding! Not a pencil or pen used all day!

 

Junior Citizen 2025

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Today our Year 6 pupils spent the morning at Kendal’s police and fire stations, taking part in the Junior Citizenship event—a special programme designed to help young people develop essential life skills and learn how to stay safe as they move on to secondary school.

Throughout the morning, students rotated through a variety of engaging and thought-provoking activity stations, each focusing on a different aspect of personal safety and responsible citizenship.

One station featured a virtual reality film, giving pupils an immersive look at how quickly a house fire can spread. The realism of the film helped them understand how important it is to spot fire hazards early, plan escape routes, and know what to do in an emergency.

Another hands-on activity involved using a “throw bag”—a piece of rescue equipment often found near lakes, rivers and reservoirs used to assist someone struggling in the water. Students practiced proper throwing techniques and learned how to call for help and guide a person to safety, reinforcing the importance of staying calm and acting quickly in emergency situations.

A talk on hate crime and anti-social behaviour encouraged thoughtful discussions around respecting others and recognising unacceptable behaviour. Officers explained how such actions can affect individuals and communities, and what young people can do if they witness or experience them.

In a final session on cybercrime and online safety, pupils were challenged to crack a fictional person’s password using clues gathered from their social media profile. This eye-opening activity demonstrated how seemingly innocent information—like pet names or birthdays—can be used to guess passwords, underlining the need to protect personal data and think carefully about what we share online.

All of our students found the day incredibly valuable. It not only taught them practical safety skills but also helped build their confidence in responding to real-life situations. Most importantly, it sparked important conversations about making smart, safe choices both in person and online.

We’re very grateful to Cumbria police & fire services for organising such a meaningful and memorable experience.

Class 3 and 4 visit the Jewish Museum in Manchester

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Just before the half term break, Class 3 and Class 4 visited the Jewish Synagogue and Museum in Cheetham Hill, Manchester.

During the morning we toured the inside of the Synagogue, learning all about the symbols, artefacts and furniture surrounding us.  We heard about how Jewish settlers had travelled from different parts of Europe to this area of Manchester during the industrial revolution to trade and set up their lucrative businesses.  This Jewish community soon became a thriving, busy commercial hub where business boomed for many decades.

We also got the opportunity to handle a range of different artefacts, including: prayer shawls, a sedar plate, prayer scrolls and Jewish hats, known as Kippah. The museum upstairs had even more displays and objects to explore and sketch.

We have learnt so much more about the Jewish faith and heritage, both during this experience and in our focus on Judaism as part of Multi-faith week.

Water Way to Learn!

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This week in Class 4, our young mathematicians have been busy exploring the fascinating world of capacity! The children have been learning how we measure liquids and have discovered some very handy facts along the way.

We learned that one litre of water is the exact amount that fits into a cube measuring 10cm by 10cm by 10cm. Even more interestingly, that litre of water weighs exactly one kilogram—making it easy to estimate weight and volume together!

Using this new knowledge, the children had a go at estimating the capacity of a variety of everyday containers—everything from water bottles to measuring jugs, and even lunchboxes! After making their predictions, they tested them by filling the containers with water (but not the lunchboxes!) and measuring the results.

There were plenty of thoughtful discussions as students compared their estimates with the real measurements. It was a fantastic hands-on way to develop their understanding of volume, estimation, and the metric system.

We’re so proud of how curious and enthusiastic Class 4 have been. Who knew that maths and science could be so refreshing?

Success at the First LEGO League Competition!

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Our talented Year 5 and 6 students recently took part in the First LEGO League competition, representing our school with teamwork, creativity, and perseverance. As part of our LEGO club, they worked together to design, build, and program an autonomous robot to take on a series of exciting challenges in the Robot Game.

Beyond robotics, the children also developed an Innovation Project, exploring new ways to investigate the deep sea. Their hard work and research led to an impressive pitch presented to a panel of experts, where they showcased their ideas with confidence and enthusiasm.

Throughout the competition, the team was expected to demonstrate the core values of the First LEGO League: inclusion, discovery, teamwork, innovation, impact, and fun. While the Robot Game proved tricky at first, our students showed incredible resilience, adapting their strategies and improving their robot’s performance throughout the day.

Their dedication and teamwork were truly outstanding—and it paid off! By the end of the competition, the children were awarded a trophy for Best Core Values Team, a fantastic achievement that reflects their hard work and collaboration.

We are so proud of our students for their enthusiasm, problem-solving skills, and determination. Well done to all involved!

Class 4’s Edinburgh Blog

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Class 4 have been hard at work writing their own versions of the blog for this year’s Edinburgh trip. Enjoy their stories and highlights below!!

Edinburgh school blog – AB

This week, we enjoyed three amazing days in the incredible city of Edinburgh!

We all enjoy our amazing trip but it wouldn’t be possible if it weren’t for the amazing teachers who took us. Mr Dean, Mrs Farraday, Mrs Coker, Mrs Matheson and Mrs Mason. On the first day we dumped our bags at the youth hostel then walked up Calton hill and there was some incredible views. Every time there is something new and this time we went to the art gallery and saw some indescribable paintings. We went to the classic camera obscura. When we went the The spinning vortex gave us a head ache. We also went to the zoo which  was some of our favourite part. The tigers coat was really shiny and  beautiful. A full of energy sun bear pacing up and down and a playful gibbon peeling a  banana. On the last day we went to the Museum there we saw some crystals and stuffed animals.

EDINBURGH – HM

This past week we have done some amazing things in the amazing city of Edinburgh. Our amazing jouney began on the train at 08:23 we had packed our bags we were ready to go our parents came to wave us off at the train station the jouney was long and tiring then eventually got there. When we got to the Youth Hostel it was really nice. But unfotunatly we didn’t get to see our rooms yet. We had to put our bags down but I was happy about that because they were really slowing me down then we went to Colton Hill we had lunch and it was really nice. Then we walked to Colton Hill and it was really nice after that we went to an art gallery it was amazing. The art gallery had some really good paintings we all loved them they were so good. Then we went to the hostal and found out who is in who’s room and it was really hard to get sleep. The next day was amazing we went to camera obscura and Edinburgh zoo, camera obscura was awesome it had so many illusions and they were so cool. One even gave me an electric shock.

Edinburgh – CS, ABM, CG, DP, HBM

All of Class 4 have been looking forward to this day for ages and it has finally came. On the first day all of us arrived at the train station packed ready for Edinburgh. We said good bye to our parents and got on the train at 08:23. All of us put our stuff on the magical floating objects (the racks)above our heads and played some games.
When we arrived at Edingburgh we had a long walk to the Youth- Hostel and ate our lunch there. Then we went to Calton Hill, we had a steep walk up all of the steps and we arrived at the top of Calton Hill. We had a moment to take some pictures of the view and the monuments until we split off into three groups. Then we sketched some pictures of the scottish monuments and some other stuff including the view of Edinburgh. We went down Calton hill and went to the National art Gallery. We saw some cool pictures and we had to find cartain ones for our art trail. We had to right some facts about the too. We went to Nandos for tea after the art gallery and had some amazing ice-cream.

Edinburgh Trip 2025 – GH & IH

This year class 4 have enjoyed a wonderful trip to Edinburgh for our traditional residential. We all have been looking forward to this trip for months and we are sad it has ended. Although we are excited to share our journey with you.
Our adventure started by waking up early in the morning to catch our train to Edinburgh. As soon as we got onto the train we found our seats and set of on the journey of a life-time.
When we got off at Edinburgh, Waverly station we took a half an hour walk up to our hostel to drop our night bags off. After that, we set of up Calton hill, there we saw beautiful views of the wonderful city of Edinburgh. After that, we walked back down Calton hill to the Art Gallery. We saw amazing painting of forests to city’s and more. Then we went to Nando’s for tea. We had a lovely dinner there and we enjoyed sitting with our friends.
Thursday started of with a great breakfast and then a walk to camera obscura. Our favourite things there were the mirror maze and the spinney vortex. Next we all went to the zoo on a public bus.(which was our best part as well.)We saw tigers, lions, giraffes, flamingos, red pandas and koalas.
Friday was our last day at Edinburgh, we were all very sad. First we had another amazing breakfast. Then we went to the museum. The museum was so cool with all the exibits like space, African, fasion and the stuffed animals. After that, we made our way down to the ground floor and had our lunch. Then we made our way to the train station. Finally we got on our tain home.

Blog – EM, ER

The other week Class 4 went to the beautiful, historic city of Edinburgh. We started off the trip by getting a very exiting train journey to Waverly station. First, we walked down the royal mile and were listening to the teachers talking about all the history of the famous road. Then, we walked up Calton Hill and did some sketching. Next, we went to the Scottish National art gallery and did some fun activities including step into a picture. Finally, to finish off the day we went for tea at Nando’s which was delicious!
Thursday, we went to the fasanating Camera Obscura a museum of optical illusions. Then we finally went to Edinburgh Zoo and saw some: Koalas, Sun bares, Penguins, Geckos, Meerkats, and red pandas which were very cute😊. Friday, we finished off our visit at Edinburgh by walking to a big museum full of wonderful artifacts and historic adventures.
We all enjoyed our time so much that we never wanted to leave. Thankyou teachers for such a big effort in ensuring our trip to Edinburgh would be fantastic.

Edinburgh 2025 – KA, JS, IB

This past week Class 4 have had a thrilling three days away at Edinburgh.
Our trip started with an early meet at Oxenholme station where we headed north to Edinburgh Waverly station. After arriving in Edinburgh, dropping off our bags at the hostel and picking up our hats we walked up Calton hill for some miraculous views of Edinburgh. In the afternoon we went to the National art gallery. We saw paintings by Van Gogh, Henry Raeburn, Paul Gauguin and many more.
On Thursday we started the day with delicious breakfast to get some energy for the long day ahead of us. The day started a visit to Camera obscura for the morning. This was a highlight a among the class. We all loved the mirror maze, vortex tunnel and the tour of the camera obscura. Then we started making are way towards the bus stop where we got on a bus to Edinburgh Zoo. When we got there, we split into our groups and looked at the sun bear, tiger, lion, kangaroo, capybara and many more!

Edinburgh Residential – LW, DB

This week class 4 enjoyed three amazing days in the incredible city of Edinburgh. Our trip began bright and early on a Wednesday morning with a meet at Oxenholme station for our Long train journey. On the way up, it started to snow and it got all of our excitement Higher. Finally, our time came to come off the train and drop our bags off at the hostel And set off to Colton Hill And see the amazing views. We took a walk down to the art gallery and did step into the picture We saw the famous painting the monarch of the glen. Then we all took a Long walk to Nando’s .The food there was delicious. Then We took along walk back to the hostel Found out who we were sleeping with. Got settled and unpacked our stuff, and then we rode our postcards. After that it was good night.

The next morning, we had a big delicious breakfast to get us ready for the rest of the day. We took a long walk to the Royal Mile put our post cards into the post box, and then we took a walk to camera obscura. It was amazing .Then after that we went to the zoo.

Edinburgh 2025 – LW, MW

This week we all had a great time we all went to an Art gallery, the Zoo, camera obscura , tea at Nando’s. At camera obscura we went to a mirror maze and we all hurt our heads a lot and probably came home with a headache none of this trip would be possible if we didn’t have the best teacher with us to help.
At the zoo we All had an amazing time. We saw animals like Capybaras and Peacocks We had our lunch at The zoo. We got nervous in case of seagull come down and eats our food one flew over H’s Head . It was so annoying when we had to leave the Zoo + the animals.

The selection of photographs below has also been chosen by the children!