Class Teacher: Mr Mansell
Teaching Assistants: Mrs Chambers and Mrs Houghton
Thank you for visiting our class page. On here, you can find useful information about our curriculum, topics, homework expectations in Year 5 and our P.E. lessons. You can also find some useful documents as well as being able to see updates about our learning.
Autumn Term: The Ancient Maya
Spring Term: The Tudors
Summer Term: Text Based Unit- ‘The Fastest Boy in the World’
Reading
In Year 5, children are expected to read every night at home in order to develop their fluency, comprehension and vocabulary. All children have a homework diary (reading record) in which they should record which page of their book they are up to.
These diaries are checked regularly. We welcome parental involvement, even with independent readers, to discuss the text and support understanding, helping children to engage more deeply with what they read.
Recommended Reads for Year 5
Spelling
At the start of each half term, pupils receive a list of spellings along with a spelling rule focus for the week. These rules are taught in school, as well as children having opportunities to practise these in class, but regular practise at home is also expected. To support learning, there is a weekly spelling test every Monday.
Maths
Children receive weekly Mathletics homework, which involves completing one page from their Schofield and Sims book. Books are sent home every Wednesday and should be returned to school by the following Monday.
If homework has not been completed by Monday, children will be asked to attend Homework Club during lunchtime to ensure they are prepared for the marking session.
In addition, children are encouraged to practise their Maths KIRF (Key Instant Recall Facts) regularly at home. A sheet is sent out with the focus areas for each half term at the beginning of the year. Here you will find the Year 5 Key Instant Recall facts (KIRF) Overview:
Topic
At the start of each term, children receive a Knowledge Organiser for their current topic. This organiser includes key facts, vocabulary, and concepts that they will cover throughout the term and can be used at home to reinforce learning and support discussions about their learning.
In addition, children are given an optional homework grid linked to the topic. The activities on the grid are designed to be engaging, creative, and enjoyable, allowing pupils to explore the subject in different ways while consolidating their learning. The tasks vary in style and challenge, offering opportunities for research, problem-solving, artistic expression, and practical activities. While the homework is optional, it encourages children to take ownership of their learning, pursue their interests, and develop new skills at their own pace. Families are welcome to support and participate in these activities, making learning a fun and collaborative experience at home.
KNOWLEDGE ORGANISERS
HOME LEARNING CHALLENGES
This year, P.E. lessons with Mrs Timms take place on Mondays and with Onside Coaching on Thursdays. Please ensure your child comes to school wearing the correct kit on these days. The kit should include a school P.E. t-shirt, school jumper, tracksuit bottoms or shorts, and trainers. Wearing the correct kit helps children take part safely and confidently in all activities.
Children should continue to use the log-in information they have already been assigned with when accessing the above sites.
