In maths, our topic this half term is Place Value. We will be working with numbers up to 1 000 000. We will also continue to progress with our ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide large numbers. This will include our ability to multiply and divide by 10, 100 and 1000. Building on our excellent knowledge of the times table facts, we will be practising our quick recall of all of the facts to 12 x 12. Throughout the term, we will be using our mathematical skills to solve word problems.
This term, in Science, we will be looking in depth at living things and the classification of animals and plants. We will be particularly focusing on Carl Linnaeus and rhe research behind his book, Systema Naturae.
In order to begin preparing for our SATs, we will also be completing regular assessments. I will be holding a meeting regarding the SAT's this half term. A date will go out to parents soon.
Other curriculum areas
History - Slavery- Windrush
Geography - Islands- We are looking at how different types of islands have been formed and comparing the Earth now to Pangea.
RE - Our Come and See topics for this term are Families, Commitment and Expectations.
Spanish - This term, we will be learning the vocabulary related to clothing and school life both here in the UK and in Spain. As we approach the Christmas period, we will be learning some carols in Spanish!
Music - Using our Charanga scheme, we will be learning about rhythm, melody and notation through songs.
Art - This term, we will be working on creating island models. We will use or geographical skills to develop an island with the correct features.
Design and Technology - In DT, we will be building structures. We will be developing our own school as well as a Gingerbread House closer to Christmas.
PE - Throughout the term, we will be enjoying perfecting our invasion skills.
Computing - This term, we will be learning more about data handling and statistics.
PSHE - This term, we will be learning about how we can improve our mental health and wellbeing as well as destressing and learning to focus.
Homework
Reading comprehension, spellings and mathematics homework will be set each Friday. This homework is due in by the following Thursday, when it will be checked. In mathematics and grammar, you will be set an online homework through ‘Century’ – please ask me if you have forgotten your username and password. Each week, if you have completed and remembered to bring in your homework, you will be rewarded with Dojos. However, if you do not complete your homework, you will be required to complete it during homework club which will take place during Friday break times and lunch time.
In addition, it would be a great idea to continue to use Times Table Rock Stars to maintain the excellent knoweldge that you have gained throughout KS2.
Reading books need to be in school every day. Please have your reading record signed each day so that we can make sure that you are reading regularly. You should aim to read between 20 and 30 minutes a night during the week, and at least once over the weekend. Book quizzes may be completed at home or in school. If you are using the app at home, then you need to access our school's designated page:
ACCELERATED READER
If you are struggling to access this at home please do let me know.
This year, to improve comprehension skills, some daily reading tasks will be completing a comprehension card. This will count as the reading for that night.
St Austin's RC Primary
