Mrs Fadahunsi

Mrs Spadafora

Miss Virasami

English

In English, we began the academic year by exploring the novel Skellig by David Almond. The children produced fantastic pieces of writing, including persuasive adverts designed to sell a property, as well as beautifully detailed setting descriptions. They also wrote suspenseful journal entries inspired by the short film Francis, showing great imagination and control of language.

To end the term, we studied the book Everest, where the children learned about Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay. After researching the world’s tallest mountain, they created impressive fact files packed with interesting information about Mount Everest.

The children have worked incredibly hard this term and should be very proud of everything they have achieved.

 

Maths

 

In Maths, we began the term by focusing on Place Value and the Four Operations (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division). We then moved on to Fractions and Converting Units.

A strong understanding of Place Value and the Four Operations is essential in preparing the children for their SATs. These areas form the foundation of their Maths learning and are crucial for successfully tackling reasoning questions.

Here are a few examples of Arithmetic and Reasoning problems:

Science

In Science, we began the year by learning about Evolution and Inheritance, including the work of Charles Darwin.

Our current topic is Electricity, where the children have been exploring, experimenting with, and building their own circuits.

RE

At the beginning of the Autumn Term, the children explored the story of Genesis under the theme “Creation and Covenant.” They learnt about Original Sin through the story of Adam and Eve and examined the covenant God made with His people. This helped them deepen their understanding of how these early biblical events shape Christian beliefs today.

During the second half of the term, we moved on to the theme “Prophecy and Promise.” The children researched and studied significant women in the Old Testament, including Sarah, Esther, and Rebecca, exploring the roles they played in God’s plan. They then focused on Mary in the New Testament, looking closely at the promises God made and how these promises are fulfilled through her. This topic encouraged meaningful discussions about faith, trust, and the importance of key figures in the Bible.

The children have also been engaging in spiritual journaling, reflecting thoughtfully on the scripture they have studied.

 

History

Be began the year by learning about early Baghdad, known as the “Round City,” exploring its unique design, culture, and importance in the Islamic Golden Age.

This half term, we have been studying the Anglo-Saxons, focusing particularly on King Aethelberht and the evidence that helps us understand how he gained his power and the role religion played during his reign. The children have enjoyed examining historical sources and discussing what they can tell us about Anglo-Saxon life.

Next, we will be moving on to study Anglo-Saxon beliefs in more depth and exploring what happened when the Vikings arrived in Britain.

Geography

The children began the year by exploring the question “Why is California so thirsty?” They learned about droughts, the impact of limited water resources, and how people have adapted their lifestyles to cope with water scarcity. They also investigated the different methods California uses to supply water to households.

This half term, we have been studying the oceans and sea trade. The children have learned about the world’s major oceans and discovered the difference between an ocean and a sea. They have also been exploring how ocean currents work and how water temperature affects global movement and climate.

ICT

 

Year 6 learnt about variables in games in Scratch. They did very well, making a football game, a pong game with a score and a catching game with a score, and life's well done year 6!

 

School Journey Info

 

PGL Marchants Hill

Friday 26th June - Monday 29th June 2025

Any children not attending PGL are still required to be in school. Absence during this time will be recorded as unauthorised unless a valid reason is provided.

 

Aut 2

P.E. Day for Year 6 – Wednesday.

Full kit is required to be worn to school on both days.

P.E. Kit includes – Plain Navy Tracksuit Bottoms, Plain Navy Sweatshirt, Navy Shorts, White Polo Shirt Top, Black Plimsolls or Plain White/Black Trainers (no logos please)

Each week homework will be given as follows:

English homework is uploaded every Thursday on Google Classroom to be submitted the following Tuesday.

Maths homework is uploaded every Thurday on MyMaths to be submitted the following Tuesday.

One piece of R.E. Homework will be set on Google Classroom every half term. It will be set on a Thursday to be submitted the following Tuesday.                          

Home reading – Home reading books must be read with an adult and signed each week. They will be sent home on a Thursday and should be returned by Tuesday. In Year 6, lots of children will be reading novels as their home reading book, it is expected that they read several chapters a week, not the entire novel.

 The children should also complete 20 minutes of daily reading.

Topic Related Projects are often given over holiday periods.

Times tables are practised regularly in class and it would be beneficial if they practice at home also. These are tested every Friday.

Spellings will be given out on Thursday, they should be learnt for the following Tuesday.

PGL Marchants Hill

Friday 16th June - Monday 19th June 2023

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