Term 4

Reading

This term in Reading, students are delving into a range of creative writing texts, including fairytales and interviews, while exploring literary techniques such as idioms, hyperbole, and imagery. They are also investigating how texts reflect the time period and the social, political, and cultural contexts in which they were written, using research to inform and inspire their own creative ideas. A strong focus this term is on developing reading comprehension skills. Students are learning to identify both the literal meaning of a text and the deeper, inferred ideas that lie beneath the surface. They are also practising how to critique and evaluate what they read, encouraging them to think critically about an author’s message and purpose. These skills not only strengthen their understanding of a wide range of texts but also help them become thoughtful, confident, and independent readers.

Writing

This term in Writing, students are developing their skills in speech writing and presentation. They are learning how to craft persuasive and engaging speeches, focusing on using strong language, structure, and expression to communicate their ideas with confidence. As part of this unit, students are exploring famous speeches throughout history, identifying the techniques and qualities that make them so powerful and memorable. Alongside this, students are also enjoying regular free-choice writing sessions, where they can explore a variety of genres such as narratives, poetry, letters, and reports. This balance between structured and creative writing allows students to build both their technical writing skills and their individual voice as authors.

Word Work

In SpellEx sessions, students will explore spelling combinations for the schwa sound, as well as /ir/ and /or/ sounds. This will lead them into a discovery of morphology and consolidating their understanding of common tricky spelling words.

In Word Study sessions, students will begin by investigating the how word origins, meanings and spelling impact the various homophones we have in the English language. They will then consolidate their understanding of etymology, and how selecting specific words for their writing enhances their abilities as authors. Finally, we will refine our use of less-common plurals and developing different types of paragraphs.

As a cohort, we will look at prefixes of time and position, and apply our Word Work skills from across this year to our writing.

Numeracy

This term in Year 5/6 Maths, we are exploring a range of important number concepts. We are learning to convert between percentages, decimals, and fractions, and understand how they connect. We are also comparing and rounding decimals and finding fractions of a quantity. Through investigations of number properties and patterns in numbers, algebra and accompanying visuals, we are developing a deeper understanding of mathematical relationships. In Measurement and Geometry, students will delve into the world of angles and measurement through hands-on exploration and written consolidation methods.

These topics allow us to build fluency in calculations, understanding of mathematical connections, problem-solving skills in real-world contexts, and the ability to reason through number patterns and relationships.

Health & Wellbeing

This term in Health & Wellbeing, students will explore three important Respectful Relationships topics: Help-Seeking, Problem Solving, and Stress Management. These areas are crucial in developing emotional intelligence and building positive, respectful relationships with others both inside and outside the classroom.

Students will also engage in discussions and reflection activities that deepen their understanding of how personal choices and strategies can influence the health, safety, relationships and wellbeing of both individuals and the wider community. This will allow them to think critically about how their actions impact themselves and those around them.

Inquiry

This term, our Inquiry focus is Business & Entrepreneurship. Students will take on the exciting challenge of becoming young entrepreneurs as they begin planning for our first ever Market Day at Mitcham Primary School, which will be held in Term 4. This hands-on project allows students to work collaboratively in teams to develop and run their own business venture. Each team will design a stall to either sell a product, offer a service, or create an experience for all Mitcham students to enjoy.

Through this process, students will explore key business concepts such as profit and loss, budgeting, cost of goods, and marketing strategies. They will learn to think creatively, problem-solve, and make decisions that will impact the success of their venture. We will also delve into the qualities and mindsets that make successful entrepreneurs, such as resilience, innovation, leadership, and risk-taking and students will reflect on how they can develop these attributes themselves.

This unit is an excellent opportunity to integrate real-world maths, economics, communication, and teamwork skills in a fun and engaging way. Students will also be exposed to stories of local entrepreneurs to inspire and guide their journey.

** Differentiated learning will be present in each class to cater for all students individual learning requirements **

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