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Year 3 and 4 delivered a moving performance of the Stations of the Cross. The children told the story through a range of tableau scenes with skilled narrators.

As part of their preparation for Easter, Year 6 prayed the Stations of the Cross at some of the City of London Churches. They were joined by their friends from St. Joachim's. As they walked between each church, they were reminded of Jesus' great love for us and his suffering on Good Friday. The children had time to reflect on each Station and trace the footsteps of Jesus in His journey from being condemned to death to His resurrection.

Mini Vinnies spent a morning making Easter crafts over in the convent with the sisters. We’re unsure as to who enjoyed it more! Together the children and the sisters made Easter chic baskets.

Reception and Key Stage 1 shared the Easter story showing a greater understanding of their faith. In class the children took part in a variety of activities learning about the events of Holy Week reflecting on this important time.

Last Thursday, Selected year 6 pupils had the opportunity to act out Shakespeare's "A Winter's Tale" at the Beckton Globe Library. They participated in a competition called The Battle of The Bards where they competed against other schools in Newham. They were selected as a result of their amazing acting skills. They were runners up in the competition and we are very proud of them. We were especially proud because they prepared their piece independently during their lunch breaks.

On Friday 29th March Year Year participated in the ‘I am Amazing’ Action Jackson workshop. They learned how to think positive thoughts, manage their wellbeing and have a growth mindset. Action Jackson inspired them to believe that anything is possible and motivated them to always be the best they can be!

The children from year 1 to 6 took part in a problem solving workshop. They had to independently solve as many maths and logic problems as they could in an hour.

Selected children from Year 5 along with their parents went to St. Bonaventure’s to hear about The Brilliant Club programme. The children learnt all about the universities that they will be visiting and the studying / researching that they will be undertaking. The children are all now confident in understanding what it means to be a scholar.

On Monday the 18th of March Year 5 had a workshop about Rivers and Canals. This linked to our geography unit this term and also prepared us for our waterside workshop which will be held at the Olympic park in the next few weeks.

Students from St Bon's very kindly came in to launch our British Science Week. They delivered two very informative presentations about the Solar System as well as the Human digestive system. All pupils were very engaged throughout the assembly. Pupils are now very excited to continue their learning outside of school and investigate other 'journeys' (British Science Week Theme 2019) in Science.