Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Summer Fair 2022

  Sat 18 Jun 2022

  What a glorious afternoon!  The sun was shining brightly for this year’s Summer Fair and everyone turned out to help and support this event organised by FOMSS.  It was wonderful to see all our families taking part with stalls, bouncy castles, and a BBQ  being enjoyed by all. A huge thank you to FOMSS and all staff who made this event possible.

  If anyone is interested in joining FOMSS why not take a look here or contact the school office for more information.

  

• Birmingham Commonwealth Games

  Mon 13 Jun 2022

  We are delighted to be celebrating and promoting the Birmingham Commonwealth Games in our front office at their moment. Come in and take a look to see what sports and events you can see taking place on the television this year in Birmingham! We are feeling very excited about the Games here at Mount Street, with lots of us taking part in the same sports that some of the athletes will be participating in, such as Curling and Boccia!

   

  

• Camp Kernow 2022

  Thu 02 Jun 2022

  Children in years 3 and 4 have been enjoying life living off grid during their residential at Camp Kernow. For many, staying away from home was a first time experience and all had an amazing time, staying in bell tents, yurts and even an upside down boat with their friends. 

  The children enjoyed trying out a range of new experiences, including archery, climbing, lighting fires and natural dyeing.  They also experienced harvesting their own salad and helping to prepare meals in the camp kitchen. 

  As Camp Kernow promotes a sustainable way of living, the children were taught about recycling, minimising food waste and the importance of not wasting energy.  They also learnt about how some of the energy we uses increases the carbon in the atmosphere which in turn has a negative impact on our Earth.  As well as learning about how the Camp produces it’s own solar energy, they also worked in groups to make their own wind turbines.

  A great time was had by all, and we would like to thank the staff at Camp Kernow, who made this an amazing and educational experience. 

  

• Author Visit

  Sun 22 May 2022

  What an amazing day we all had, when author Stewart Foster came to visit us for the day.  The children were inspired by his stories and passion for writing, and loved hearing all about his dog! 

  

• Art Award Explore

  Sun 22 May 2022

  Year 5 have enjoyed working towards the completion of the Art Award Explore (Entry Level Award in the Arts).  First, they visited an Art Exhibition at the Box called Breaking the Mould  ( the first survey of post-war British sculpture by women.)  where they looked at and discussed a range of sculptures before creating their own collages inspired by the lines and textures they had observed. 

  Later, they explored the Box, and while they certainly enjoyed experiencing the collections, the focus was on the Box’s role as an organisation.  Back at school, Carly Seller (an artist) spoke to the children about her work and then they were given the opportunity to interview her. 

  Finally, Carly shared carving techniques with the class and they all made their own soap sculptures inspired by the artwork they had seen earlier in the week.

  A great time was had by all and we would like to say a huge Thank You to the team at the Box, who made this opportunity possible. 

  

• National Numeracy Day - World Record Breaking Challenge

  Wed 18 May 2022 Mrs HIbbert

  Today, Years 4, 5 and 6 took part in the National Numeracy Day Guinness World Record attempt for the MOST VIEWERS OF A ROLLING NUMBERS LIVESTREAM.  The previous record was 1,500 and today 5,762 took part which means that we are part of a Guinness World Record breaking team!  Well done Mount Street.

  

• Bug Hunt!!!

  Mon 09 May 2022

  Reception Class had a visit from Mark from Bridging the Tamar who took them on a minibeast hunt in the forest school area. He helped the children to safely catch different minibeasts and to use the magnifying lid to look at them.

  

• Spirit of Adventure - Day 2

  Thu 05 May 2022 Miss Clement

  Year 5 had another amazing day taking part in Plymouth's Spirit of Adventure project. The children had the chance to set sail on a traditional boat, learning about life at sea and have the opportunity to crew the boat - raising the sails, reading charts, tying knots and manning the tiller.

  Working as a team, they set sail out towards the breakwater, learnt about historical places and enjoy the views from the sea.

  A huge thanks to all for making today an experience they will never forget.

  

• PE Specialist Training

  Thu 05 May 2022 Mrs Hibbert

  Year 6 have been lucky enough to receive some PE training from Mrs Laws, a PE Teacher from Lipson Community Academy.  She has been training them how to sprint efficiently and how to run a relay properly - without dropping the baton.  They are hoping to focus in future weeks on the field events in preparation for sports day.

  

• Setting Sail ~ Spirit of Adventure

  Tue 03 May 2022

  This week Year 5 are enjoying an amazing opportunity to take part in Plymouth's Spirit of Adventure project.  Over two days this week, the children will get the chance to set sail on one of four amazing traditional boats.  They will learn about life at sea and have the opportunity to crew the boat- raising the sails and manning the rudder.

  Working as a team, they will sail out towards the Breakwater and enjoy the views of Plymouth from the sea.  

  A huge thanks to  @thebountyproject   @TheIslandTrust  and @lynherofcremyll.

  Fantastic fun and an experience never to forget!