Seaside

Class Teacher: Sam Carter

Welcome to Seaside Class one of our Key Stage 3 classes here at Redwood Park Academy.

Academic Year 2025/2026

Seaside Class have had a brilliant and busy term, filled with hands-on learning, sensory exploration and lots of smiles. Our Time Travellers theme has taken us on adventures across different points in history, always in short, engaging bursts to support the children’s attention and success.

One of the children’s favourite activities this term was mummifying tomatoes as part of our Ancient Egypt week. The class explored textures, followed the steps of the process and checked back each week to see the changes. We have also been enjoying our food exploration, where Seaside pupils explore new foods through touching, smelling, cutting, mixing and playing – with no pressure to eat – helping everyone build confidence around food in a safe, fun way.

In English and Drawing Club, we have worked on storytelling, vocabulary and communication through sensory stories, role-play and creative mark-making. In maths, the children have been practising number skills using games, songs, practical problem-solving and movement-based activities. Our fine and gross motor skills have been strengthened through playdough, threading, scissor work, construction, and outdoor learning.

We have also been developing emotional regulation strategies, using visuals, routines and individual toolkits to help children recognise when they need support and what helps them feel calm.

We are incredibly proud of the progress each child has made this term – from growing independence and confidence to engaging more deeply in group activities. Seaside Class have worked so hard, and we can’t wait to see where our learning takes us next.