Year 5

PE: Every Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning. Please help your child to remember to wear their P.E. kit to school.

Swimming: Swimming lessons took place in Autumn term.

Library: 5 Obama visits our enchanted school library on Tuesdays. 5 Gandhi visits on Thursdays.

WOW Day: Tuesday 10^th January, 2023

5 Gandhi Class Assembly: Thursday 2^nd March, 2023

5 Obama Class Assembly: Thursday 9^th March, 2023

Spring 2023

English

POETRY

FOCUS: vocabulary, metaphor

Model text: The Tyger by Willam Blake

FABLES

FOCUS: expanded noun phrases, narrator’s voice, commas for clauses, varied sentence structures

Model text: Just So Stories

PERSUASIVE LETTERS

FOCUS: PEEL structure, formal language, varied sentence structure

Model text: Floodland

In addition to the above, pupils will focus on:

Planning writing by identifying the audience for and purpose of the writing, selecting the appropriate form and using other similar writing as models for their own Continuing to distinguish between homophones and other words which are often confused
Drafting and writing by selecting appropriate grammar and vocabulary, understanding how such choices can change and enhance meaning Writing legibly, fluently and with increasing speed
Using relative clauses beginning with a relative pronoun (i.e., who, which, where, when, whose, that)
Using a dictionary and a thesaurus
Using a wide range of punctuation (i.e. including hyphens to avoid ambiguity)

Performing compositions, using appropriate intonation, volume, and movement so that meaning is clear

Mathematics

In Maths, we are continuing to Teach for Mastery. The mastery approach will help children to develop a deep understanding of topics before moving on. We use the CPA approach (concrete, pictorial & abstract). This term, we’ll be looking at:

Multiplication and Division Fractions
Decimals and Percentages Perimeter and Area Statistics

Science Animals Including Humans: Describe the changes as humans develop to old age. Habitats: Explain the differences in the life cycles of a mammal, an amphibian, an insect and a bird.

Geography:

Pupils will be learning about the United Kingdom in order to:

Have a more detailed and extensive framework of knowledge of the world, including globally significant physical and human features and places in the news.
Understand in some detail what a number of places are like, how and why they are similar and different, and how and why they are changing.
Be able to carry out investigations using a range of geographical questions, skills and sources of information including a variety of maps, graphs and images.

Art and DT

Mechanisms: Pupils will learn to design, make and evaluate skills to create a working mechanism. They will learn what gears and pulleys are and begin to understand how they are used.

Computing

In addition to our lessons on E-safety, pupils will be learning about creating digital surveys (IT). Pupils will learn to use Google forms to create simple surveys that can be shared with classmates. They will compile, analyse and present results. RE

This term, we will be focusing on the ideas of Believing (Religious beliefs, teachings, sources; questions about meaning, purpose and truth) and Expressing (Religious and spiritual forms of expression; questions about identity and diversity).

Our focus question is: If God is everywhere, why go to a place of worship?

PSHE & RHE

Computer Safety

I can list reasons for sharing images online.
I can identify rules to follow when sharing images online.
I know some positive and negative consequences to sharing images online.
I can recognise possible influences and pressures to share images online.

Staying Safe

I can identify strategies I can use to keep myself and others safe.
I have skills and strategies for managing and resisting peer pressure.
I know some consequences of taking risks.
I can recognise the impact and consequences of an accident or incident.

French

In Spring, we will build upon children's prior French learning by covering core vocabulary. This includes:

Classroom items
School subjects
Rooms around the school
Space and planets

Grammar and Language Structures

être (je suis, tu es, il/elle est, nous sommes), aller (je vais, il/elle va, nous allons)
Asking simple questions, il y a

PE

Gymnastics

To be able to perform symmetrical and asymmetrical balances.
To develop the straight, forward, straddle and backward roll.
To be able to explore different methods of travelling, linking actions in both canon and synchronisation.
To be able to perform progressions of inverted movements.
To explore matching and mirroring using actions both on the floor and on apparatus.
To be able to create a partner sequence using apparatus.

Dance

To create a dance using a random structure and perform the actions showing quality and control.
To understand how changing dynamics changes the appearance of the performance.
To understand and use relationships and space to change how a performance looks.
To copy and repeat movements in the style of rock ‘n’ roll.
To work with a partner to copy and repeat actions keeping in time with the music.
To work collaboratively with a group to create a dance in the style of Rock ’n’ Roll.

Homework

For homework, children will have some work assigned weekly, as well as spellings, and daily reading. Homework is set on Fridays and is due back on Tuesdays. Children’s homework can also be posted on Class Dojo. A creative half-termly project will also be set. This can involve making models, posters, giving presentations or researching.

It is also crucial that your child knows all their times tables up to 12 x 12, including an understanding of how division and multiplication are linked (e.g. 3 x 4 = 12 so 12/4 = 3). Knowing this helps them in all areas of their Maths learning. They will have access to Times Table Rockstars, where they can take part in weekly tournaments, which pit the classes against each other.

Children will be tested on their Rainbow Maths every week. Sumdog activities are assigned regularly to boost your child’s learning in Maths, spelling and grammar. If you require login details, please contact your child’s class teacher.

Reading

It is most important that your child reads for 20 minutes every day. Please sign their Reading Records or ensure they do themselves so we have an idea of how much they are reading regularly. You can also share comments via Class Dojo or you could encourage your child to post a book review or video of them responding to books that they have read, enjoyed or would like to recommended to others.

After reading with your child, it is helpful to ask them questions about what they have read. We want to develop their skills of understanding and inference. To push them further, talk to them about why the writer has selected the words they have and what effect these words have on the reader.

PE: Every Wednesday afternoon. Please help your child to remember to wear their P.E. kit to school.

Swimming: Swimming lessons for both Year 5 classes will take place in Autumn 2. The children will need to bring their swimming kits, towels, goggles and caps.

Library: 5 Obama visits our enchanted school library on Tuesdays. 5 Gandhi visits on Thursdays.

WOW Day: Tuesday 13^th September, 2022

5 Gandhi Class Assembly: Thursday 10^th November, 2022

5 Obama Class Assembly: Thursday 17^th November, 2022

Autumn 2022

English

POETRY: free verse

FOCUS: vocabulary, imagery

Model text: Dinner Hall by Michael Rosen

LEGENDS: conquering the monster

FOCUS: cohesion – adverbials / pronouns / repetition

Model text: Beowulf by Michael Morpurgo & Michael Foreman

RECOUNT – biography

FOCUS: relative clauses / embedded clauses / varied sentence types

Model text: The Boy Who Saved a Kingdom

In addition to the above, pupils will focus on:

Using figurative language (e.g., personification, metaphor and simile)
Creating suspense by using ellipsis and changing the length of their sentences
improve my writing by editing for vocabulary and grammar
Using relative clauses beginning with a relative pronoun (i.e., who, which, where, when, whose, that)
Using speech punctuation correctly
Adapting my writing to suit the purpose and audience

Mathematics

In Maths, we are continuing to Teach for Mastery. The mastery approach will help children to develop a deep understanding of topics before moving on. We use the CPA approach (concrete, pictorial & abstract).

This term, we’ll be looking at:

Number and Place Value
Addition and Subtraction
Multiplication and Division
Fractions

Science

This term, we will start learning about Earth and Space. In this unit, we will be learning about:

To be able to identify evidence which shows that the Earth, Sun and Moon are spherical
To be able to identify features of the planets in our solar system
To be able to explain how planets move in relation to the Sun
To be able to explain the apparent movement of the Sun across the sky
To be able to investigate night and day in different parts of the Earth
To be able to explain the movement of the Moon

History:

Pupils will be learning about Ancient Greece in order to

To make comparisons between aspects of periods of history and the present day
To use dates to order and place events on a timeline
To evaluate the usefulness of a variety of sources
Compare sources of information available for the study of different times in the past
To present findings and communicate knowledge and understanding in different ways

Art and DT

Portraits inspired by Chris Ofili
3D sculptures: Pupils will design, make and evaluate skills to create 3D packaging structure/design. They will learn which materials are best suited to stiffen and reinforce by selecting them due to their properties.
3D Clay solar system clay tile: Pupils will have increased confidence to plan and make imaginative clay tiles. They will use a range of tools and objects to produce intricate patterns and textures in their malleable media. They will develop their skills in using slabs, coils, slips and layering to create textures.

Computing

In addition to our lessons on E-safety, pupils will be learning about digital photographs (IT). Our learning intention is:

To gather specific and valid information using sensible search terms

As a result, children understand the importance of using and finding more accurate and valid sources when researching online.

RE

This term, we will be focusing on the ideas of Believing (Religious beliefs, teachings, sources; questions about meaning, purpose and truth) and Expressing (Religious and spiritual forms of expression; questions about identity and diversity).

Our focus questions are:

Why do some people believe God exists?
If God is everywhere, why go to a place of worship?

PSHE & RHE

This term, we will be focusing on the following targets:

To identify strategies we can use to keep ourselves and others safe
To recognise ways to manage peer pressure
To explain the potential outcomes that may happen when we take risks
To recognise the impact and possible consequences of an accident or incident

French

In Autumn 1, we will build upon children's prior French learning by covering core vocabulary. This includes:

Hobbies and activities
Sports
Weather
Grammar and sentence structures: Prepositions
Further conjugations of HF verbs: avoir (j’ai, tu as, il/elle a, nous avons, vous avez, ils/elles vont)

PE

Net and wall games

Children will be learning to be able to strike a moving ball/shuttlecock in a stationary and moving position with good accuracy, to have an understanding of the concept of net and wall sports.

Swimming

In addition to children's weekly PE session at school, in Autumn 2, they will be attending swimming lessons at Leytonstone Leisure Centre. These sessions are taught by specialist swimming instructors in Autumn 2.

Homework

For homework, children will have some work assigned weekly, as well as spellings, and daily reading. Homework is set on Fridays and is due back on Tuesdays. Children’s homework can also be posted on Class Dojo. A creative half-termly project will also be set. This can involve making models, posters, giving presentations or researching.

It is also crucial that your child knows all their times tables up to 12 x 12, including an understanding of how division and multiplication are linked (e.g. 3 x 4 = 12 so 12/4 = 3). Knowing this helps them in all areas of their Maths learning. They will have access to Times Table Rockstars, where they can take part in weekly tournaments, which pit the classes against each other.

Children will be tested on their Rainbow Maths every week. Sumdog activities are assigned regularly to boost your child’s learning in Maths, spelling and grammar. If you require login details, please contact your child’s class teacher.

Reading

It is most important that your child reads for 20 minutes every day. Please sign their Reading Records or ensure they do themselves so we have an idea of how much they are reading regularly. You can also share comments via Class Dojo or you could encourage your child to post a book review or video of them responding to books that they have read, enjoyed or would like to recommended to others.

After reading with your child, it is helpful to ask them questions about what they have read. We want to develop their skills of understanding and inference. To push them further, talk to them about why the writer has selected the words they have and what effect these words have on the reader.

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