Class 3 | Exploring Victorian Science and Society
in the Gallery
For our 150th anniversary, Class 3 have been exploring the Victorian era through a fascinating combination of science, history…
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For our 150th anniversary, Class 3 have been exploring the Victorian era through a fascinating combination of science, history…
Our Reception children have also been stepping back in time to explore what a visit to the seaside might have been like during the Victorian era. To bring their learning to life, part of the classroom was transformed into a wonderful Victorian seafront, complete with an ice cream parlour, beach hut…
Continuing our 150th anniversary celebrations, Class 2 have been looking back at the history of Dhoon School and bringing the past to life through art. Inspired by the style of L. S. Lowry, the children created this wonderful representation of the original Dhoon School building as it would have app…
As part of our 150th anniversary celebrations, Class 2 have been exploring the fascinating world of Victorian botanical art. Inspired by the detailed plant studies that were popular during the Victorian era, the children carefully observed and painted leaves, flowers and ferns, creating a stunning…
Class 3 have produced some truly stunning artwork inspired by the work of Julia Ashby Smyth, combining expressive painting, bol…
This fantastic work from Class 2 shows how creatively the children have been combining art and science in their learning. As pa…
This lovely display shows the fantastic writing our Reception children have been working on during their Spring topic. The children have written simple sentences independently, using their phonics to sound out words and share things they love about spring. They are beginning to form letters clearly…
A huge well done to all our children who took part in the Manx Folk Awards recently! A special mention goes to Class 2, who performed an original Manx song written and composed by our very own Miss Sowrey - and were awarded the first place trophy for their wonderful performance! An incredible achie…
A huge well done to our Cross‑Country running team, who performed brilliantly at the Isle of Man Schools Cross Country event at Nobles Park. The children showed fantastic determination, resilience, and great sportsmanship throughout this tough event and should be very proud of what they achieved! A…