Maths

Year 6: This week in Year 6 maths, the children have been focusing on SATs revision. They revisited a range of topics, practising arithmetic and reasoning questions to build confidence and prepare for the upcoming tests. The children worked hard to apply different strategies and explain their methods clearly.

Year 5: In Year 5 maths, the children completed their unit on position and direction. They practised describing positions using coordinates and learned how to translate and reflect shapes accurately. The children showed great confidence applying their understanding to a range of challenges and problem-solving activities.

English

In English, the children have been writing their own narrative sequel based on The Rain Player. They used their creativity to continue the story, developing characters, setting, and atmosphere through descriptive language. The children focused on using exciting vocabulary and varied sentence structures to engage the reader.

Topic – Music

This week in music, the children learned how to play eight different notes and practised performing simple melodies. They then used these skills to compose their own Maya-inspired musical pieces, experimenting with rhythm and pattern to create imaginative performances.

PE

In PE, the children have continued developing their rounders skills. They practised batting, bowling, and fielding techniques before taking part in team games, where they demonstrated teamwork, communication, and good sportsmanship.