We will be familiarising the children with writing for a variety of different audiences and purposes based on our book 'Pig Heart Boy'.This includes: monologue, diary, recount, newspaper article, advert.

We will incorporate our topic learning about the heart with our English writing. There will also be a focus on spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPAG). In SPAG we will be revising word classes, parenthese, pronouns, adverbial, inverted commas, active and passive voice,  conjunctions and learning the keywords for year 5 and 6. In English, we will begin by writing a 1st person dilemma narrative.

Our topic for the Autumn term is ‘My local areas’’. Children will first find out about Croydon. They will explore changes in the geography of Croydon, finding out about the landscape, climate and locations of key historical sights. Children will also develop their map and atlas skills and practise reading and writing coordinates. They will research the physical and human changes in their local area. The final outcome will be children creating a re-imaged land use map which illustrates an improved aspect of Croydon. 

This term will start with focusing on children’s understanding of number, place value and revising the formal methods for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. We will be focusing largely on arithmetic questions to ensure this is embedded.

We will be learning about the circulatory system, the heart heart, lungs and the blood vessels through a range of theory and practical lessons. The children will consolidate and improve their understanding of how nutrients, blood and oxygen are transported around the body. 

In art, children will be introduced to the work Leonardo Di Vinci. They will review the techniques used in her work, so that they will be able to plan and produce their drawing of own portrait of Leonardo Di Vinci drawing of Anatomical Heart sketches.

In French this term, children will be learning French words for items of clothing. They will explore different descriptive words that are applicable to describe clothing in French.

In music this term, the children will explore melody and music notation using musical notepad. They will listen to and learn about musical styles in greater depth.

They will enjoy and confidently sing and play different instrument. Listen carefully to one another and use expression to explore the intention of a composer.

We will be following the Croydon RE curriculum (SACREA). This half term we will learn about Buddhism and explore sacred texts and inspirational writing.

This term in R.S.H.E, children will be looking at relationship. They learn that everyone deserves respect and understand how to earn this from peer and adult. They also  learn about stereotyping and explore their opinions on different subject.

The children will have PE on Monday (indoors ) and Thursday (outdoors). Children need to have their P.E kits in school these days following the uniform policy. Please note that PE will go ahead even in light rain.

This term, Year Six will be continuing to focus on the theme of human right and the global changes caused by the human and civil right movement. They will explore the theme through their core text for this term, Stella by Starlight by Sharon. M. Draper. This book explores life during segregation in America. The text will help the children to explore the difficulties of coping in a world where choices were unfair. Linked to this, the class will work together on a writing outcome, of which will be a non- linear narrative where they are able to show a variety of writing skills, including the use of sentence structure for variety and a range of vocabulary for impact and effect.

In history this term, children will identify and compare changes during the British and global civil right movement.

They will be analysing different civil and human right changes that happened in the past using timeline of events.  

Children will use reliable sources of evidence to pose and answer questions in order to develop understanding, justify their viewpoints, respond to differences in opinion.

The focus for year 6 in mathematics is fractions. Simplifying, equivalent, mixed and improper fractions. The knowledge of times tables is essential in harnessing these skills.

The children will gain the understanding of how to correctly classify living things based on their characteristics. They will use prior knowledge to actively engage when completing tasks.

In DT this term, year 6 will be focusing on investigating varieties of objects that uses air to function. Children will be introduced to the word ' pneumatic' and will explore object.

Linked to prior learning, children will be creating a beating heart using pneumatics system.   

The French topic this term is 'la familia' the children will deepen their understanding of the masculine and feminine ways in which various family members names are pronounced based on gender.

This term the children will be learning about the teachings of the Buddha through stories and tales; how these can be applied to everyday life.

This term the children will learn how to understand the different emotions they may experience. They will engage with this through role plays and mindfulness. They will also be able to recognise the impact technology has on their physical and mental health through real life scenarios.

During P.E lessons this term, children will be developing their team building, listening and communication, cooperation and confidence building skills in our indoor and outdoor activities. 

Spring 1 captures Year 6 learning about the Global theme ‘Peace and Conflict.’ Our core text ‘Goodnight Mr Tom’ by Michelle Magorian examines life during WWII and how it affects children and adults safety and way of living. Their final outcome will see children exploring the correct uses of tense to secure their understanding of how to confidently and correctly deliver an information leaflet.

Year 6 children will delve into the historical events surrounding the Blitz, a period during World War II when cities across Britain faced relentless aerial bombardment by the German Luftwaffe. Through a multi-faceted approach, children will explore the impact of these attacks on the daily lives of citizens and resilience shown in the face of adversity.

The children will zoom in on key cities that bore the brunt of the Blitz, providing children with a vivid understanding of the challenges faced by both adults and children during their tumultuous time. Exploring the stories of these cities will offer a poignant glimpse into the collective strength demonstrated by communities.

This spring term, children will continue to deepen their understanding of fraction. They will be focusing on equivalent fractions, decimals and percentage. They will be converting between fractions, decimals, and percentages, finding percentages of a quantity, solve percentage problems in context. Please engage with their learning by discussing concepts at home and supporting with any additional home work. 

In the upcoming term, our Year 6 students will explore the fascinating world of electrical circuits. This unit is designed to provide a hands-on and engaging experience for your child as they explore the principles of electricity, circuits, and how they power various devices.

They will be Identifying common sources of electricity and understand the difference between static and current electricity. We will learn about essential components of an electrical circuit, such as wires, bulbs, batteries, and switches. Investigate how different arrangements of components affect the flow of electricity. They will also conduct experiments to understand the factors influencing the flow of electricity and record observations based on evidence.

We encourage you to engage with your child's learning by discussing their experiences with electrical circuits at home.

Armed with clay, brushes, and their imagination, children will bring their historical and linguistic knowledge to life. Crafting poppies becomes a form of creative expression, allowing them to channel their emotions and understanding of WWII into a tangible, visually striking piece of art.

The red poppy has long been associated with remembrance, inspired by the famous poem ‘In Flanders Field’ written during WWI. By creating clay poppies, children not only pay tribute to the fallen but also engage in a symbolic act of honouring the past, connecting generations through a shared language of art and history.

Building on our knowledge from last term, we will continue to develop our French, practising speaking in full setences, developing our speaking and listening skills. This will focus on daily routines.

Using the English Model Music Curriculum, we will explore creative compositions.

We will explore the religion of Islam, where we will focus on thier lifestyle and their celebrations within the Islamic faith.

We will explore the concept of being safe. This includes how we can keep safe in the physical and online world.

This term, year 6 focus in P.E. will be on games, specifically concentrating on the fundamental skills of passing and moving.

The primary objective of this term's P.E. lessons is to enhance children's understanding and proficiency in passing and moving within various game scenarios. These skills are essential not only for physical development but also for fostering teamwork, strategic thinking, and overall enjoyment of sports.

They will be introduced to different passing techniques, including chest passes, bounce passes, and overhead passes. We will learn to understanding the importance of movement without the ball is crucial in team sports.

They will develop communication skills; learn to work collaboratively with teammates throughout the term.