Willington Prep - Celebrating 140 years - 1885-2025
Welcome back Year 5! We hope you all had a wonderful summer break. Although this was a short first week, we have already managed to pack in so much!
In History, we explored the question “what is History?” and investigated some fascinating World War I artefacts. We had a go at hypothesising what we thought the items could be, before learning how asking the right questions can help uncover the truth. In Geography, we began our new topic on Sustainability. We thought carefully about what the word means and discussed the difference between a linear and a circular economy, and why the latter is more sustainable.
In English this week, we have started our class text High Rise Mystery, looking at the cover and making predictions about the story and we have enjoyed learning new vocabulary that can be found in mystery stories. We also focused on new vocabulary in our VR lesson this week, practising Synonyms and 'Odd One Out' questions.In Drama, we launched the year with the theme of teamwork and trust. We played a range of paired and group games, from mirroring activities to creating “group machines” complete with movement and sound.
Finally, in Science we explored the topics for the year and focused on lab safety. We worked on identifying risks and finding solutions to ensure that our practical science lessons are safe for all.
It has been a fantastic start, and we are really looking forward to the weeks ahead!
The Year 5 Team
THE WEEK AHEAD:
*All Clubs start on Monday 8th September (apart from Chamber Choir - see email from Ms Callaway sent 1/9/25)*
Tuesday 9th September:
Year 5 Information Evening 6pm-7pm.
Wednesday 10th September:
DLAG Supermarket volunteering (for selected pupils). Please see email from Ms Nijhuis if your child is participating.
Thursday 11th September:
POW Second Hand Uniform Sale. 8am School Hall.
Friday 12th September:
Tenzing House Point Champion Mufti Day. If your child is in Tenzing House, they are invited to wear Mufti to celebrate their chart topping House Point success!