A Week of Growth, Discovery, and Adventure at Springwell Mablethorpe!

Bringing Learning to Life

It has been an incredibly busy and exciting time here at Springwell Mablethorpe! Across the school, our students have been diving into hands-on learning, developing essential life skills, and celebrating their hard-earned milestones. From the classroom to the great outdoors, there is always something amazing happening.

Here is a look at what our students have been up to recently:

🔬 Bringing Science to Life

We love finding creative ways to make science interactive and fun! Recently, our students have been getting completely hands-on with their STEM subjects:

• Engineering Parachutes: Students were tasked with designing and testing their very own parachutes using everyday materials like plastic bags and string. The smiles say it all—there is nothing quite like the thrill of testing a design to see gravity and air resistance in action!

• Modelling the Brain: To better understand human anatomy, our students rolled up their sleeves and used clay to sculpt detailed models of the human brain. By moulding the different lobes and structures themselves, they were able to clearly identify and learn about the brain’s key features. 

📖 Diving into Classic Literature

In English, our S4 students have been immersing themselves in J.B. Priestley’s classic play, An Inspector Calls.

• Vocabulary and Stagecraft: The class has been working hard on expanding their vocabulary, learning the meanings of period-specific words like squiffy and adverbs like reproachfully. They have also been analysing stage design, labelling key elements of the set like the chandelier, fireplace, and dining table to understand how the setting contributes to the play’s dramatic atmosphere.

• Popcorn Reading: To bring the script to life, the class has been participating in “popcorn reading” sessions. This is a great way to keep everyone engaged and confident reading aloud as they explore the twists and turns of the Birling family’s evening!

🌱 Green Fingers and Outdoor Learning

Taking learning outside the classroom is a big part of what we do. Our students have been enjoying the sunshine and getting their hands dirty in the school garden. Armed with watering cans and a lot of enthusiasm, they are learning valuable lessons about nature, responsibility, and the patience it takes to grow plants from scratch.

🤝 Thriving Together

Our “Thrive” sessions are all about building confidence, working with new people, and practicing clear communication.

• Team Building through Origami: Students practiced following complex instructions and communicating clearly with their peers by folding amazing origami foxes! 

🏕️ Year 11 End of Year Trip

To celebrate the incredible hard work and dedication of our Year 11 students, we headed out for an epic End of Year Trip! It was an action-packed day full of adventure and team bonding. The students enjoyed:

• Target Practice: Testing their precision and focus at the outdoor axe-throwing range.

• Paintballing: Gearing up in masks and camouflage for some high-energy teamwork in the woods.

• Campfire Classics: Winding down the exciting day by gathering around a crackling fire to roast marshmallows and make s’mores.

It was the perfect way to celebrate their journey and send them off with fantastic memories.

A massive well done to all of our students for their engagement, teamwork, and brilliant attitudes! Keep an eye on our website for more updates on the amazing things happening at Springwell.