Year 5 have been dissolving different types of sugar to see which dissolved the most after 5 mixes. 

They concentrated on changing only one variable - the type of sugar - while keeping all other variables the same - water temperature, amount of water, number of mixes and size of spoon.  

They found that the brown sugar cube dissolved the least after 5 mixes and loose brown sugar dissolved the most. 

Over two days, Year 5 took part in Bikeability – a fantastic opportunity to learn how to ride and maintain your bike as well developing safety and road awareness. All the children improved their bike riding skills with some taking their feet off the ground for the first time! It was a real success. Well done to everyone who took part. See the photo album for more photos.

Year 5 visited the Potteries Museum and Art Gallery to take part in a STEM workshop delivered by the Royal Airforce. The children were given the opportunity to learn the science behind how aeroplanes fly, whilst working next to the legendary Spitfire. After assembling their own glider, the children then took part in a competition with prizes given for the furthest distance travelled and also the most improved design. See the photo album for more photos.

The children enjoyed a fantastic day exploring the source of the River Dane amongst the clouds in Buxton! They then moved to Tittesworth Reservoir where they took measurements of the depth of the Churnett River as well as comparing stone shapes and also playing Pooh sticks! Everyone had a wonderful day. Please see the photo album for more photos.