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Note from our Head
Dear Oakfield families,
Thank you to the Oakfield staff and children who put so much effort into recognising and reflecting on Anti-Bullying Week this week. We pride ourselves on the diversity and inclusivity within our school community and relish the fact that Oakfield children can meet a whole host of peers from different cultures, backgrounds and beliefs.
This celebration of our differences and sense of mutual respect and tolerance is at the heart of what we do every single week but I want to pay tribute to the extra activities and learning done in this special week symbolised by the wearing of 'odd socks' on Monday. Oakfield is a warm and happy place and that can only continue to happen if the children continue to live out the 6 Cs and show Care to one another every day both in and out of the classroom.
Wishing you all wonderful weekends.
Moyra Thompson
BIRTHDAY BROADCAST
ODD SOCKS DAY - MON 15th NOV
In a world that can sometimes feel like it’s filled with negativity, one kind word can provide a moment of hope. It can be a turning point. It can change someone’s perspective. It can change their day. It can change the course of a conversation and break the cycle of bullying. Best of all, one kind word leads to another. Kindness fuels kindness.
Anti-Bullying Week started with Odd Socks Day on Monday, which was an opportunity for the children to discuss that we are all unique and that we appreciate everybody's differences. Throughout the week, the children have been learning about different types of bullying and what they can do if they or somebody they know is being bullied. Some children also discussed in their Votes for Schools lesson how what could be considered 'banter' by some can be felt as bullying by others. It has been wonderful hearing the discussions this week along with lots of 'One Kind Words'!
SANTA FUN RUN
The big Santa Fun Run event is back this year on Sun 5th December and we are looking forward to seeing you all in person in Dulwich Park for some festive fun and exercise!
Don’t delay, reserve your place today and order your Santa costume via the OAFs link below. Remember if you have a Santa suit from previous years you can re-use it!
SPORT
Sports Stars of the Week
House Cross Country
It was wonderful to see so many Parents coming to support this week- thank you! We ALL really appreciate seeing you at Sports events. The most important message we gave to the children was to have fun and do their best. House Cross Country is a team event and every runner's position counted towards the overall result. Everyone was full of energy and ready to run as fast as their legs could carry them. Results are below and there will be lots more photos and a special video to share next week too!
OVERALL RESULTS (Years 3 - 6)
- 1st PEARSALL
- 2nd RUSKIN
- 3rd BAIRD
- 4th WEBSTER
Year Group Results and Special mentions.
YEAR 3
1st BAIRD 2nd RUSKIN/PEARSALL 4th WEBSTER
- 1st: Aja and Rory
- 2nd: Emi and Leo
- 3rd: Dani and Cooper
YEAR 4
1st WEBSTER 2nd RUSKIN/PEARSALL 3rd BAIRD
- 1st: Juliet and Ben
- 2nd: Michael and Mary
- 3rd: Iris and Jamie
YEAR 5
1st RUSKIN 2nd BAIRD 3rd PEARSALL 4th WEBSTER
- 1st: Conor and Miller
- 2nd: Felicity and Alex
- 3rd: India and Charles
YEAR 6
1st PEARSALL 2nd RUSKIN/BAIRD 4th WEBSTER
- 1st: Bea, Deji and Rosie S
- 2nd: Charlotte and Ollie
- 3rd: Elsie and Timmy
YEAR 6
We have been learning lots about food chains, food webs and eco systems. We thought about factors that may affect food chains such as; population size, deforestation, climate change, natural disasters, disease and human behaviour and visually demonstrated what would happen if one of these events were to occur using a food pyramid made of cups!
We have also researched our own food chains and learnt the correct scientific vocabulary for describing the flow of energy.
We discussed whether it was always true that there would be a larger amount of the producer compared to its prey and predators and were surprised that this might not always be the case. For example, if the producer is a big oak tree and the consumers are insects and small birds, or if the predator were fleas!
YEAR 3
Science
Year 3 have been learning about evolution in animals and humans this week. More specifically how you can track evolution of the finches on the Galapagos Islands by the changes in their beaks. We did an experiment to mimic the way the finches' beaks would pick up their food and assess the ease or difficulty the birds would have had. The children deduced from this that the finches with the smaller beaks would be less likely to survive as the experiment proved they were barely able to pick up food. In turn, we discussed why the finch with the bigger beak would be better suited to survival as it would have access to a greater variety of foods.
House Cross Country
YEAR 2
.This week the children linked their history knowledge to their learning in an English lesson in which they had to put the events of The Great Fire of London in order on a timeline. They earned lots of house points for working collaboratively on this task.
Later this week, the Year 2 children enjoyed working in small groups to revise some of our mathematics learning. The children played maths games and used concrete manipulatives to explore some number problems. They challenged themselves to reason about word problems as well!
‘We showed great care when we shared our resources.’
YEAR 1
Year 1 were very excited to receive lots of new story books! The librarians stamped the books ready for story time.
It is fundamental that the resources and books we have reflect the diversity of our community, and for children to have opportunities to talk about and reflect upon the events in the stories.
UPPER FOUNDATION
Yesterday, we were so very lucky to have two mummies come in to school to talk to us.
Charles's mum discussed Charles's father's heritage and the country, Sierra Leone. Did you know it's name means 'Lion Mountains'? We saw videos of beautiful beaches, patterned and colourful items and even a clip from Charles's parents' wedding. What wonderful music we heard!
Reuben's mummy then spoke to us about what being a Christian means and what festivals Christians celebrate. The importance of friendship was relayed, which was perfect timing with it being Anti Bullying week. Thank you to everyone for wearing odd socks.
It was very informative and we are so grateful to both for a wonderful assembly.
Thank you again :)
If any other parents would like to come in and discuss a religion, family heritage or culture then please do speak to your class teacher.
Drumming and Dancing Workshop
This week we were very lucky to have Ed come in and conduct an African Drumming workshop for us.
We listened to his instructions and beats while copying the rhythm and music when asked.
We learnt a chant from Ghana and played the Djembe drums.
Well done to all for listening with the most attentive listening ears; some of you really do have great rhythm! This was on show for the dancing workshop the following day too!
LOWER FOUNDATION
Today we talked about how a special charity called Children in Need and designed Pudsey Bear pictures and headwear!
HOUSE POINT TOTALS
4th with 467 is Webster
3rd Ruskin with 534
2nd Pearsall with 553
1st Baird 579
MATHS
MATHS WORD OF THE WEEK
Area
The area is the amount of space within the perimeter of a 2D shape. It is measured in square units, like cm², m², etc.
To find the area of a rectangle, you multiply the length by the width.
Primary Maths Challenge
Last week some children in Year 5 and Year 6 took part in the Primary Maths Challenge. Consisting of 25 questions, this national maths challenge is designed to make pupils think outside the box. Questions are not heavily reliant on formal mathematical knowledge but can be solved by logical reasoning. Congratulations to all those who took part.
Gold Awards for the challenge were presented to:
Year 6 - Matilda, Oliver, Seb , Miranda , Anniyah , Ayodeji
Year 5 - Kieran , Naia
ROLL OF HONOUR
Jesse S (Year 5) - Independent Maths investigation work
BEYOND THE OAK
CYCLING TRAINING
Lambeth Council is committed to offering cycle training for all.
Anybody who lives, works or studies in the borough is entitled to our services.
We offer the following free services:
- Cycle Skills: Get tailored training at a level suited to your needs, or book a lesson for the family (with up to three participants)!
- Choose from Basic (off-road environment), Urban (quiet local roads) or Advanced (complex junctions and busy roads).
- Book Basic Book Urban Book Advanced Book Family
- Adult and Child Group Cycle Training
- Dr Bike Sessions: Have an experienced mechanic check that your bike is in good order. Click here for details of upcoming sessions.
- Safer Urban Driving: Courses for professional drivers; click here to see what's on.
Letter from Anoushka to her local councillor
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