News Year 6

We have been thinking carefully about mistakes – and how we can use them as an opportunity to learn.

Last week, Year 6 at Ecclesbourne celebrated the end of SATs and a successful year with a trip to Chessington World of Adventures.

This week we have been thinking about how to show understanding – being aware of other people’s feelings, being tolerant and forgiving.

It was a pleasure accompanying Year 6 on the annual visit to Chessington World of Adventures on Wednesday 6th July. 

A big Cypress well done to Evie, Maxwell, Sebastian, Raymond and Pablo for their efforts to support those affected by the conflict in Ukraine.

Last week, Year 6 travelled to Chessington World of Adventures.  We had a wonderful day swooping through the air like bats on the Vampire ride, spinning and twisting on the Cobra and being swung like pirates on the Blue Barnacle. 

EPS shone in last week’s prestigious Croydon Interschool Athletics Competition.  Following a two year hiatus, the children could not wait to return to the summer showpiece and there were some fantastic results. 

Children and families alike had a fantastic time at this week’s sports days. 

Yesterday and today have been our Upper School Sports Days. We have had tremendous fun!

Excitement was in the air on Monday, as a sea of red, blue, green and yellow took to the school field.

On Monday 20th June, courtesy of Ms Madukah, we were lucky enough to have Arthur Torrington CBE leading our assembly commemorating Windrush Day – 22nd June.

One of the first things young scientists learn is the difference between solids, liquids, and gases.

On Wednesday 22nd June, Jupiter Class were visited by pupils from the Brit School who gave them a very special acting workshop. 

Last week The Pamper, Indulge and Give charity organised another amazing experience for some lucky EPS pupils from Year 6. 

This week we have been thinking about imitation and how we can use this skill to improve our thinking in different subject areas and considering who might be a good choice to imitate.