Shark Class

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English

We will be exploring a range of books to  develop our poetic skills  Through discussions, drama, character analysis and creative narratives, the children will get a strong understanding of the text and use key events to inspire their own writing. There is a strong focus on developing the quality of sentences and vocabulary . To support this, each week, the class will have SPaG sessions in which they will explore new aspects of spelling, punctuation and grammar. Each week, the children will be expected to access Spelling Shed to practise new and old spellings.

As well-developed reading skills are vital to enabling children to access all areas of the primary curriculum, in Year 4/5, the children will undertake reading activities, in which they will further develop their comprehension skills by exploring and analysing texts using ‘VIPERS’ questions. Your child will bring home a reading record and home reading book. We ask that children read for 20 minutes each day and would be grateful if this could be recorded to show that this has taken place. In this way, we hope to enthuse the children and make them realise that books can open up a world of endless possibilities.

Maths

In Maths year 4 and 5 will continue their Power Maths learning journey.

 In Key Stage Two, it is even more important now that they develop a secure understanding of their times tables. This year, year 4s will be required to complete the Multiplication Tables Check so any additional practice outside of school will be extremely beneficial. The children  will need to develop a secure understanding of times tables up to 12 x 12. Every child has access to Times Table Rockstars, which is a fantastic resource that we urge every child to make the most of. The children have their own log ins and can be accessed via this link: https://ttrockstars.com/

Wider Learning

This year we will continue to use the ‘Cornerstones curriculum’ to support our wider learning.

 We will cover a range of key topics throughout the year.

INVASION (Terms 1 and 2)

This project teaches children about life in Britain after the Roman withdrawal. Children will learn about Anglo-Saxon and Viking invasions up to the Norman conquest.

MISTY MOUNTAIN, WINDING RIVER (Terms 3 and 4)

This project teaches children about the characteristics and features of rivers and mountain ranges around the world, including a detailed exploration of the ecosystems and processes that shape them and the land around them.

ANCIENT CIVILISATIONS (Terms 5 and 6)

This project teaches children about the history of three of the world’s first ancient civilisations: ancient Sumer, ancient Egypt and the Indus Valley civilisation. Children will learn about the rise, life, achievements and eventual end of each civilisation.

Computing 

We will continue to follow the ‘Teach Computing curriculum.  

R.E – We  will cover a range of thought provoking questions throughout the year

Why do some people think that life is a journey?

What does it mean to be Hindu in Britain today?

What would Jesus do? Can we live by the values of Jesus in the 21st century?

What do religions say to us when life gets hard?:

PSHE –

Throughout the year, our PSHE curriculum will focus on families and relationships, safety, changing bodies, citizenship and  managing our emotions through the Zones of Regulation.  

P.E – We are going to be covering a range of sports throughout the year, focusing on skill development as well as setting personal goals and increasing fitness levels. Our PE days are Tuesday and Wednesday!

Home learning

Children should read daily, practise spellings and times tables. Children will also have a Bethersden Bingo grid containing a range of activities to be completed throughout the term.

We also encourage children to access TTRS to help improve their times table knowledge and Spelling Shed to help learning spelling rules and key, age appropriate vocabulary.