Embracing Change: From Chrysalis to Secondary School

15th June 2026Laura Godley

Today, Crew Godley explored the concept of transformation through the chrysalis stage of a butterfly’s life cycle. We learned that, although a chrysalis appears still on the outside, significant internal change is taking place. We linked this idea to their own transition to secondary school.

We discussed how change is not always visible and that feeling unsettled or unsure is a normal part of growth. We then sorted visible changes and internal feelings associated with moving to a new school, before reflecting on the positive habits they want to develop as they prepare for this next stage.

Caterpillars

15th June 2026Nicole Tymon

After half term, we had a very special delivery in the Hub – caterpillars came to stay with us! The children were excited to observe them and we spent time talking about how small they were when they first arrived. We discussed what might happen next and wondered how big they would grow.

To support our learning, we read The Very Hungry Caterpillar and explored the life cycle of a butterfly, learning about each stage from caterpillar to chrysalis and finally to butterfly.

It has now been two weeks since the caterpillars arrived, and we have been fascinated by the changes taking place. They have recently started to form their chrysalises, which has been very exciting to observe. Keep a look out for our butterfly blog! 🦋

Crew litter pick

15th June 2026Josie Farrow

Crew Farrow did a litter pick as part of a Crew activity linking to our expedition ‘blue planet’. Well done to everyone for clearing up the litter that was in our play ground. PLEASE PUT YOUR LITTER IN THE BIN! 🚮

Phonics

15th June 2026Josie Farrow

Shout out to everyone in my phonics group who are sat BBC, TNT ready to learn. Everyone is pointing sensibly to guide their partners reading. I am very proud of you all!

Wings of Change: Navigating our next chapter…

11th June 2026Laura Godley

Today, in our expedition lesson, Crew Godley explored the connection between the butterfly life cycle and the emotions we experience when starting something new. Using the example of a fragile butterfly egg, they learned that the early stages of growth require the right support and can feel uncertain. They reflected on their own experiences of transition, such as starting a new school year, and discussed how different emotions, like excitement and anxiety, can exist at the same time. Through a collaborative activity, we sorted and discussed emotions before finishing with a short reflection to build their self-awareness and understanding of change.