Welcome to
5W - The Explorers
Miss Wilson, Mrs. Mullany and Miss Hardman
ENJOY- Learning
RESPECT -Each Other
SUCCEED - Together
Our class name was chosen because of the amazing book by Katherine Rundell. It is our ambition to encourage a sense of responsibility for the world we live- whilst promoting the children's curiosity and sense of adventure. We will seek knowledge and embrace the unknown, with open minds and courageous hearts.
“When you get home, tell them how large the world is, and how green. And tell them that the beauty of the world makes demands on you. They will need reminding. If you believe the world is small and tawdry, it is easier to be so yourself. But the world is so tall and so beautiful a place.”
― The Explorer
Reading
Children will have a reading book chosen by themselves appropriate to their reading level. Accompanying these books are their reading diaries, where I request that you write comments on their reading daily. Your child will also be given many opportunities throughout the week to read a variety of texts and will then undertake an online quiz to assess their understanding of the text.
PPA Time
Mrs. Adams and Mr Cooney will be teaching 5W on a Friday afternoon.
Homework
In Year 5, children are expected to complete two pieces of homework a week. The children will need to practice their spellings and log in to TT rock stars weekly.
Spellings and Times Tables
Every week, children will have a spelling and time table test on Friday morning. These will be provided for the children the previous Friday and practiced in school during the week.
PE
PE will take place every Thursday (outdoor) and Friday (indoor).
Please make sure children have the correct PE kit ready for each week. Strictly, no earrings to be worn for PE.
SNACK
Children are provided with a piece of fruit every day in KS2. We also encourage your child to bring a bottle of water to drink in class throughout the day.
What we are reading...
This term, we are reading the Explorer. We will revisit this text in the summer term when we learn about The Amazon Rainforest. In English, we are reading The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe. In our book corner, we have lots of wonderful books from Roald Dahl.
Debt Aware
In year 5 we will be participating in the debt aware programme which is designed to:
- develop in young people a sound and sensible attitude towards money
- provide them with a basic knowledge and understanding of finances, thereby providing a
route to financial autonomy - enable them to make sound financial decisions
- raise awareness in young people of the importance of planning for the future
Year 5 Long Term Plan
Year 5 Curriculum Overview - Autumn 1
Year 5 Common Exception Words
These are the words that the children will be tested on every term - they will feature in the weekly spelling tests as well. Please practice at home!