--- title: "Blog" url: "https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/index/tag:year-5/page:5" school: "Brookside Primary School" --- # Blog [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/DSCF0681.JPG)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-02-13-14-48-00-year-5-s-jack-and-jill-pop-up-book) 13 Feb #### [Year 5's Jack and Jill Pop Up Book](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-02-13-14-48-00-year-5-s-jack-and-jill-pop-up-book) Year 5 have been working hard to create amazing pop-up books based on the classic nursery rhyme "Jack and Jill." Using hinges, they brought the story to life with impressive 3D effects that wowed everyone. [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/DSCF0673.JPG)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-02-13-11-28-00-year-5-s-literacy-work) 13 Feb #### [Year 5's Literacy Work](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-02-13-11-28-00-year-5-s-literacy-work) Shout-out to Year 5 for their incredible work in literacy this half term! They've dived deep into the world of expanded noun phrases and relative clauses, all while exploring the fascinating realm of Norse mythology. From crafting vivid descriptions of mythical creatures to constructing… [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/DSCF0666.JPG)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-02-13-11-22-00-year-5-class-assembly) 13 Feb #### [Year 5 Class Assembly](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-02-13-11-22-00-year-5-class-assembly) Well done to Year 5 for their fantastic assembly this morning! Year 5 got to tell the rest of the school, as well as their parents and carers, what they've been learning about this year. [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/IMG_0546.jpg)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-02-13-11-18-00-nspcc-visit) 13 Feb #### [NSPCC Visit](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-02-13-11-18-00-nspcc-visit) On Wednesday, Year 5 children had a visit from the NSPCC where we talked bout the importance of being safe and knowing who we can call and speak to if we need to share any concerns or worries we have. [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/Y4_Class_Photo_GB_Athlete.jpg)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-02-04-12-47-00-gb-olympian-visits-brookside) 4 Feb #### [GB Olympian Visits Brookside ](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-02-04-12-47-00-gb-olympian-visits-brookside) We had an incredible afternoon at school today as we welcomed the amazing GB Olympic medallist, Emily Ford! The atmosphere was buzzing as she arrived to inspire our students with her remarkable journey in sport. Emily kicked off the afternoon with a lively assembly, sharing her experiences in… [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/thumbnail_IMG_5183.jpg)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-01-31-13-35-00-learning-behaviour-superstars) 31 Jan #### [Learning & Behaviour Superstars ](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-01-31-13-35-00-learning-behaviour-superstars) In our Friday assembly, we celebrate our Superstars! In each class, a **Behaviour Superstar** and a **Learning Superstar** receive a certificate from our Headteacher, Mr Orme. We are very proud of all of our children who make everyday special just by being them. [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/DSCF0589.JPG)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-01-22-10-30-00-pitch-perfect-year-5-s-throwing-triumphs) 22 Jan #### [Pitch Perfect: Year 5's Throwing Triumphs!](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2025-01-22-10-30-00-pitch-perfect-year-5-s-throwing-triumphs) Today, Year 5 had an exciting cricket practice session focused on improving their throwing techniques. The students were full of energy and enthusiasm as they took to the field. Under the guidance of their professional cricket coach, they practised various drills designed to enhance their accuracy… [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/enrich.png)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2024-12-19-13-13-00-brookside-enrichment-club) 19 Dec #### [Brookside Enrichment Club](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2024-12-19-13-13-00-brookside-enrichment-club) Our new Brookside Enrichment club has been a success! Mrs McLean and Mrs Austin provided a wide range of activities tailored around the interests of the children who took part. We are pleased that the feedback from the children is very positive. We are looking forward to welcoming a new group… [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/Screenshot_2024-12-13_143635.png)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2024-12-13-14-37-00-year-5-online-safety) 13 Dec #### [Year 5 Online Safety](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2024-12-13-14-37-00-year-5-online-safety) In Year 5 this afternoon, we looked at how we should cite websites in our work. We learned about plagiarism, sources, and bibliographies. We learned why it's important to cite where we have got our information from and when. Well done Year 5! [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/DSCF0291.JPG)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2024-12-05-10-36-00-year-5-safety-central) 5 Dec #### [Year 5 Safety Central](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2024-12-05-10-36-00-year-5-safety-central) **Year 5’s Visit to Safety Central** Year 5 had an exciting and educational trip to Safety Central, where they learned all about identifying potential dangers in everyday life and how to stay safe. The students explored interactive exhibits that highlighted hazards in the home, on the roads, and in… [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/DSCF0221.JPG)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2024-11-25-14-54-00-year-5-coding) 25 Nov #### [Year 5 Coding](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2024-11-25-14-54-00-year-5-coding) This afternoon, Year 5 explored the world of coding where they had to program a car to move at different speeds after pressing go. We did come across bugs which meant we had to debug it. Well done Year 5! [![](https://files.schudio.com/brooksideps/imagecache/1440x880c/blog/DSCF0189.JPG)](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2024-11-22-15-34-00-year-5-and-everyday-art) 22 Nov #### [Year 5 and Everyday Art](https://brookside.cheshire.sch.uk/blog/2024-11-22-15-34-00-year-5-and-everyday-art) In art today, Year 5 turned everyday classroom objects into pieces of installation art. 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