Science Week at The Olive Tree: Focus on Marine Biology and Marine Sciences
Each Spring, for one week The Olive Tree transforms into a hub of all things science. Science Week, an annual event at The Olive Tree, involves the whole school in a host of activities spanning four days. This year’s Science Week focused on Marine Biology and...Secondary Science: Exploring Pathogens!
What better way to explore a science topic than to create fun and informative videos! Year 9 got to grips with pathogens . . .
Hands on Learning: Year 2 Studies The Stone Age
We have had a great time studying The Stone Age in Year 2. We collected stones, mud and branches from the forest to make Stone Age tools and tried cave painting in our Topic and Art lessons. Using berries, chalk, mud and charcoal we mixed them with oil and water to...
Back in Time For School
When studying any topic or era within History, I believe it is essential and of such value to bring the children’s learning to life through creative drama and role play; allowing them the chance to experience even a small snapshot of what it was like to live years...
