Joel Hann – Queen's Hill Primary School

Year 6 Breakfast Coding Cafe

23rd March 2026

A huge thank you to all the parents and carers who joined us for our Year 6 Breakfast Coding Café on Wednesday 18th March. It was wonderful to see so many families taking part.

Pupils had the chance to explore a range of exciting activities, including AI coding challenges from the AI Hour of Code website, hands‑on tasks using Micro:bits, and creative projects on our Chromebooks. The pastries and juice were very popular too!

Mr James also shared an update with families on the latest guidance around mobile phones and technology, including practical tips on how to help keep children safe online and when using digital devices.

Thank you again for your support — events like this are made even more special when our school community comes together.

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Year 4 – Art

21st March 2026

This week, Year 4 were inspired by the work of Gillian McFarland to create their own unique artwork. The children began by drawing abstract designs onto cartridge paper, before carefully using sharp pencils and drawing pins to punch holes at regular intervals.

When the artwork was turned over, it revealed a beautiful, Braille-like pattern. This process was not only satisfying to create, but also enjoyable to explore through touch. The children found the activity calming and therapeutic, and were delighted with their finished pieces.

Year 4 Science Week

14th March 2026

This week year four have enjoyed taking part in a number of practical science investigations as part of British Science Week. We looked at properties of materials to see which would make the best handkerchief. At the end of the week, we melted butter, chocolate and cheese to see which had the highest melting point. The children had to put all of their scientific skills to the test during the past 7 days and have increased their passion for scientific experiments as a result.

Year 4 Science Chromatography

10th March 2026

Today, Year 4 carried out a science investigation to find out who had stolen and scoffed our biscuits! 🍪🔍

The culprit had left a message written in black ink, so we used chromatography to test the ink from the four suspects’ pens. Using filter paper and water, we separated the colours in each ink and compared the patterns.

After careful investigation, we discovered that the biscuit thief was… Mr Moon! 😲

Year 4 Polar Explorer

3rd March 2026

Year 4 had a fantastic visit this week from polar explorer Adrian Hall. He shared amazing photos from his expeditions, showed us how to use a compass and organised an exciting map-reading treasure hunt around the playground. The children were full of curiosity and asked lots of thoughtful questions about what life is like as an explorer. We thoroughly enjoyed having him visit our school!

Year 4 Iron Man Electronics

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This week, Year 4 concluded their Iron Man and Electricity topics with an exciting teamwork challenge: designing and creating a robot face complete with light-up LED eyes.

Working collaboratively, the children carefully covered cardboard boxes with foil to form the base of their designs. To complete their robots, they used electronics kits to wire the LED eyes, applying their understanding of circuits to bring their creations to life.

It was a fantastic opportunity for the class to demonstrate their teamwork, creativity and growing confidence in electrical engineering.

Year 4 team building challenges

7th February 2026

This week during their Outdoor and Adventurous Activities session, Year 4 used their teamwork skills to tackle a range of challenges. They worked together brilliantly while completing hoop activities, playing bacteria tag, and finishing with a rope challenge where they created shapes while blindfolded.

A fantastic session full of communication, cooperation, and problem solving.

Year 4 electricity switches

7th February 2026

This week, Year 4 have continued learning about electrical circuits and how switches control the flow of electricity. The children built simple circuits and made a lightbulb turn on and off using a switch.

They then applied their knowledge by creating their own switches using split pins and paper clips — a great example of hands-on learning, problem solving, and teamwork.

Coding Club Spheros

27th January 2026

This week in Year 5/6 Coding Club, pupils explored a range of coding controls, including joystick, tilt and slingshot functions, to manoeuvre their Sphero BOLTs around a challenging obstacle course. Some pupils organised races and designed their own courses, while others created a golf-style challenge using the Spheros.

In addition, several groups practised using the Sphero as a controller, competing to achieve the highest scores in a variety of games. The session was filled with creativity, problem-solving and teamwork, as pupils enjoyed applying their STEM skills in a fun and engaging way.

Year 4 Emotions Workshop

23rd January 2026

Thank you to the NHS team who came in to teach the year 4 children about big emotions and how to manage them this week. There were also some excellent relaxation techniques shared and the pupils were all given a helpful booklet to take home.