Y4 STEM Week

2nd April 2026jpowell

This week, the children have been exploring the exciting world of archaeology through their FIRST LEGO League Explore project. They have learned how archaeologists investigate the past by carefully digging, observing layers of soil, and discovering artifacts. The children developed their understanding of how important it is to handle findings gently and record information to learn about history.

Through building their LEGO model, they have used their creativity and problem-solving skills to design an archaeological dig site, including tools and technologies that can help with exploration. They have also learned how science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) are used together in real-life situations.

The children worked collaboratively as a team, sharing ideas, taking turns, and supporting one another. They practiced listening and respecting different viewpoints, making sure everyone was included. Throughout the week, they showed enthusiasm and curiosity, asking questions and enjoying the process of discovery.

Overall, the children have not only gained knowledge about archaeology and STEM, but also strengthened their teamwork, communication, and confidence.

Y6F visit to Harton Academy

10th March 2026D Fawkes

Y6F had the opportunity to visit Harton Academy last week to take part in a DT workshop where they used computer software to design a keyring and they also saw the laser cutter which created their designs. The children had a great afternoon and worked very well.

A busy time in Y2A!

15th July 2025Emma Adams

We have had a busy couple of weeks in Y2A! We loved taking part in a workshop with Richard as part of our history topic, Great Fires. We have been comparing the Great Fire of London in 1666 to the blaze that struck Gateshead and Newcastle in 1854. Today in our history lesson, we used artefacts to tell the story of the fire and how it spread across the River Tyne. We had a wonderful time taking part in sports day, thanks for all of your support! Last week, as part of our STEM week we enjoyed building our lego project ‘submerged’. We designed and constructed a new marine creature and habitat and also a vehicle to enable scientists to discovered it. We coded our builds to allow them to move and light up. 

 

 

Reception STEM Week

7th June 2025D Wilkinson

This week Reception had lots of fun designing and creating ocean vehicles.  We talked about the variety of jobs people do around the ocean. We showed fantastic teamwork, and improved our thinking and problem solving skills.  We also learned lots of interesting facts about how to keep our oceans safe for all living things. Look at some of our amazing creations!!!

Year 3 STEM Week

23rd May 2025Sophie Hawkins

This week, our Year 3 students dove headfirst into the world of STEM and coding!

As part of STEM Week, our young engineers not only built innovative LEGO models to solve real-world problems, but also explored the basics of coding, bringing their creations to life using simple programming tools. They were able to make their models make sounds, light up and move. They learned how to sequence commands, use logic to solve challenges, and work as a team to create a team poster. The children should be proud of their teamwork, innovation and hard work!

Year 3 STEM Week Begins!

19th May 2025Sophie Hawkins

Year 3 are excited to dive into STEM week with this year’s theme: Submerged! We are getting ready to explore the mysteries beneath the surface as we build, create, and learn about the fascinating world of underwater exploration. With teamwork, imagination, and plenty of LEGO bricks, we will investigate real-world challenges faced in deep-sea environments. Stay tuned as we embark on this exciting journey beneath the waves!

Harton Primary Puzzlers Make History with Innovation Award Win

7th May 2025R Errington

We are incredibly proud of our 2024-2025 Harton Primary Puzzlers team, who represented the borough at the First Lego League national competition in Harrogate on Saturday 3rd May. Throughout the day, the children were commended for their enthusiasm, brilliant teamwork and excellent communication! They wowed the judges as well as other competitors with their ground-breaking project idea of the Tyne Cleanstream bubble barrier, which is designed to gently redirect plastic into a container unit using a curtain of bubbles. During the award ceremony, the Harton Primary Puzzlers were announced as the first place winners for the Innovation Project  Award for going above and beyond with their idea and their research! The Puzzlers are the first team in South Tyneside to have received one of the top awards at the national competition!

Check out a lovely article from ICT in Schools about their brilliant achievement, including their excellent work on the robot game:

https://ictinschools.org/harton-primary-puzzlers-shine-at-first-lego-league-national-finals/

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STEM week continues in Year 4

10th April 2025Charlotte Whitehead
Another great day of STEM week in Year 4. Today the children were challenged to adapt their submarine model to work for a job that explores or studies the ocean. Their final task was to create a team model to showcase everything they have discovered as a team in our ocean exploration.