A memorable journey through history - Year 6 visit to the Army museum

What an incredible experience! A day where history came alive for year 6—a day filled with hands-on learning, fascinating stories, and a sense of adventure.  This perfectly describes our recent trip to the Army Museum when year 6 children spent a day exploring the treasure trove of history with resounding success.

From the moment we stepped into the museum, our children were captivated. The museum's exhibits are thoughtfully designed to be  interactive and engaging, making history accessible and exciting for young minds.  The children were particularly fascinated by the timeline of conflicts, which showcased the evolution of military technology and tactics from ancient times to modern-day. They eagerly explored real-life artifacts, such as soldiers’ uniforms, weapons, and medals. Each item told a story of bravery, resilience and history.

Guided tours led by passionate experts added a personal touch to the experience. Our guide, a retired military officer,  captivated the children with fascinating anecdotes and thoughtful answers to their many questions. One of our kids asked, “What was it like to drive a tank?”—a question that led to an animated discussion about the skills, challenges, and bravery involved in military service.

It was a truly unforgettable day of inspiration and discovery. Our children gained not only a deeper appreciation for history but also a newfound admiration for the brave individuals who serve their country.  

We are delighted to announce that Marwan, a Year 6 pupil at Ranelagh, has won the Panathlon Outstanding Achievement Award!

This incredible honour celebrates students who go above and beyond in demonstrating sportsmanship, teamwork, and determination—and Marwan has truly shone. Competing against nominations from schools across Redbridge, Barking & Dagenham, Havering, Newham, and Waltham Forest, Marwan stood out as a real star.

Marwan has shown incredible commitment to inclusive sports, consistently encouraging his peers, overcoming challenges, and displaying the true spirit of the Panathlon Challenge. His positive attitude and leadership skills have made him a shining example to all.

We couldn’t be prouder of Marwan for this incredible achievement. His resilience, dedication, and sportsmanship are a credit to our school community, and he’s inspired us all. Congratulations, Marwan—you’ve made Ranelagh shine, and we can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish next! 

The learning week at Ranelagh began with children coming together in a moving ceremony to honour Remembrance Day on Monday 11th November. The school’s youngest members displayed a deep understanding of the importance of this day, paying tribute to those individuals who sacrificed their lives to bring peace to their country with a two minute silence at 11 o'clock.    

Ranelagh Primary School’s Remembrance Day observance was a meaningful event, teaching children not only about history but also about respect, empathy, and gratitude.  

On Tuesday, Ranelagh Primary School was bursting with colour, creativity, and mismatched socks as we celebrated Odd
Sock Day! This fun-filled day encouraged children and teachers to proudly wear their brightest, quirkiest mismatched
socks as a joyful reminder to embrace what makes us all unique. The day focused on promoting kindness, inclusivity, and
respect for others, in line with Anti-Bullying Week. In classrooms, teachers led discussions and activities on the
importance of celebrating each other's differences and supporting friends. Children were encouraged to share what
makes them unique, which led to thoughtful conversations about individual strengths, talents, and interests.

Commitment, resilience and pure determination were seen on the pitch of East London Rugby Club on Friday. Ranelagh Year 6 girls had come to compete. Invasion games are part of our curriculum, with Tag Rugby being a game to demonstrate these skills. 

The girls' boundless energy and resolve meant that they managed to earn silver medals. 

Mr Jordan, the school's coach, stated,' The girls showed real grit and strength of character. Their determination to grab the tags and the strategies they had practised all came into a sensational afternoon. I am very proud of them.'

Special thanks need to go to the media team, Anastasia and Estelle. 

Year 6 performed to parents on Thursday to share their knowledge and understanding of all they have learned this term. They had to be detectives to discover the murder of someone at Ranelagh - this was based on the book they read this term, Hugh Rise Mystery by Sharna Jackson . They went on to share their knowledge of light by sharing the periscopes they made . The assembly concluded with a plea to parents and carers to change their habits to make a better world . They told the parents all about climate change and the effects of greenhouse gases and ended with a famous song’s chorus ‘ if you want to make the world a better place. Take a look at yourself and make a change ‘