White poppies for peace
Peace seems in short supply at the moment; this is a white poppy for peace. Also made of felted sheeps’ wool, so no plastic waste!
Read More White poppies for peaceGorgeous autumn wool shades!
Inspired by the colours of autumn, Gaby has some beautiful new shades of wool for sale, all from our organically, sustainably-reared sheep. Find Gaby’s wool for sale at the Sturminster Country Market on Tuesdays and on our produce page. This is the perfect time to start thinking about cosy winter socks!
Read More Gorgeous autumn wool shades!German Conversation Group
This morning’s conversation group was busy ; we always love to welcome new members. Conversation ranged from chainsaws to bubblewrap, from singing sheep to woodpeckers. Gaby made Apfelstreusel (apple crumble) and demonstrated her unique ‘vegan sheepskin’ rugs. Join us next time, on Saturday November 23rd. Everyone welcome, whatever your level of German – or if […]
Read More German Conversation GroupMastering languages
One of the trickiest things when you are learning a new language is the pronunciation. You have to make sounds which just don’t exist in your own language! There are lots of ways of making this easier: listening to native speakers, music, watching Netflix with English subtitles in the original language … and rhymes and […]
Read More Mastering languagesHalf term fun!
Looking for a enjoyable half term activity (with a little bit of learning). Some craft, something to take home, some hot chocolate with toasted marshmallows, a little bit of fun French.
Read More Half term fun!German conversation group
A wonderful time at the German Breakfast! Old friends and new contacts, homemade bread rolls, jams, spreads and apple juice and German specialities. We meet once a month for conversation in German (and English!)
Read More German conversation groupApple Pressing
The apples are ripe and it’s time for Gaby to press the apples. It’s hard work, but worth it for the delicious organic apple juice.
Read More Apple PressingMaths lessons in the sunshine!
Weather so lovely today that could have our maths lesson in the garden. Place value board game with lots of practical practice … and afterwards we went to feed the chickens together.
Read More Maths lessons in the sunshine!Sustainable honey harvest
In spite of this summer’s weather – it’s becoming an ongoing theme! – Gabi has been harvesting honey this week. At Rails farm, we have two hives producing honey from the flowers on our small holding and the surrounding fields and gardens. Bees can fly up to three miles to forage, so if you live […]
Read More Sustainable honey harvestTutoring and Year 6
Year 6 is a pivotal and memorable year. There are SATs and transition, but also year 6 plays and concerts, residentials and the much-anticipated leavers’ service. These experiences help to build strong friendships and create lasting memories. Year 6 is a very special and significant time in a child’s life. Many year 6 pupils start […]
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