Goodrich Castle in Year 1

In Year 1 we have been learning all about castles and today we went on a very exciting trip to a real-life castle Goodrich Castle. We absolutely loved exploring the castle – from climbing up the very steep stairs to the highest point, the keep, and going down into the deep, dark dungeon! The smiling faces […]

Conkers in Reception

Lord Scudamore Academy Reception children went for a walk to collect conkers. We observed the tress changing to beautiful autumn colours and heard lots of bird song along the way. On our return to school we were able to see the different sizes and watch a cheeky squirrel come into our outdoor classroom to take them […]

Gingerbread Man in Nursery

This week in Nursery we have been reading the story of the Gingerbread Man. As part of it they have been making their own Gingerbread men. They have all enjoyed mixing the ingredients, rolling them out, cutting out the men and of course eating them! 

Moving with Equipment in Year 2

In our PE lesson, we were given the objective to move with equipment (dribbling) at speed, with good control, balance and co-ordination. To begin, we explored different ways of moving a variety of balls using different ‘spades’. We then moved on to playing a 2 v 2 game, with the aim of the game being […]

Tudor Timeline in Year 4

In History, the children have been learning about Elizabeth I and her impact on the Tudor era. They created a timeline of the key events in her life and enjoyed some hot seating. We had some very mean Henry VIIIs and some compassionate arguments as to why Elizabeth should be allowed to reign, even though […]

Plant Experiments in Year 3

In Science, we have been conducting an experiment to see how 4 different plants change over time. The plants have been kept in the same conditions, given the same amount of water (20ml a day), and placed in the same place on our windowsill. Each day, the children have recorded their observations, which include looking […]

Reception Admissions 2025-2026

If you have a child born between 1st September 20120 and 31st August 2021 you will need to apply for a school place by 15th January 2025 (to commence September 2025). Please see further details below for how to apply. Primary School Admisssions – Herefordshire Council To find out about Admissions at Lord Scudamore Academy CLICK […]

Open Day 3rd October 2024

Lord Scudamore Academy open day and evening is on Thursday 3rd October, 2024. If you are looking for a Nursery Pre-school or your child is starting Reception class in September 2025, then come along and find out more about what we can offer. We have an exceptional breakfast and after school club for our pupils. […]

Fine Motor Skills in Reception

Reception have been busy giving their little fingers a workout each morning! We’ve been providing lots of hands-on activities that will help the children develop their fine motor skills, in preparation for writing. 

Castles in Year 1

To prepare for our upcoming trip to a real life castle we have been looking at the features of a castle. On Seesaw we filled in the missing labels of a castle diagram.