This week in the classroom

5.2.26

In English this week the children have been working on their independent writes. They have worked so hard on these and the progress in their writing is amazing. It is also lovely to see how much their confidence in their independent writing has grown. They all knew exactly what they wanted to write and were really proud of their stories. 

In reading, we have continued to work on Reading Plus. The children continue to work hard on their comprehension. Year 6 have also done some reading papers with Mrs Gallagher, focusing on test technique and how to answer questions accurately. 

In maths, we have been working on long multiplication, looking and two digit by two digit and three digit by two digit multiplication. All children have grown in confidence with this and have shown resilience when working through problems. Year 6 have also done some SATs papers this week. They worked incredibly hard and we were very impressed with their super attitude and their progress. The Year 6 children are working so hard and I have been amazed by how many of them have consistently attended morning boosters!

In history, we learned about what happened when the Vikings attacked Wessex. We learned about King Alfred's battle with the Vikings and the eventual agreement to divide Britain. 

In science, we classified invertebrates using their characteristics. 

Year 5/6 have also had their weekly lessons with their sports coach and their music teacher. 

Well done Year 5/6!

29.1.26

In English this week, the children have worked really hard on their shared write - a story based on Oliver Twist. I have been really impressed at the wonderful ideas they have had and how well they have remembered the rules of speech punctuation. Next week they will be starting their independent write and I am excited to read their ideas!

In reading, we have continued to do daily Reading Plus. The children are making excellent progress on this and I am seeing an improvement in their comprehension and their reading speed. We have also explored the Sleeper and the Spindle in further detail, debating the decision the queen made at the end of the story. 

In maths, we have been ordering and comparing fractions using both reasoning and converting to a common denominator. In arithmetic we have also been practising converting from mixed numbers to improper fractions and vice versa. We still have a few weeks of our Dreambox trail left so I would encourage all children to have a go at home, completing lessons of their choice. 

In history, we learned more about the Vikings, exploring what happened when they invaded the kingdom of Wessex. 

In science, we have learned about warm-blooded vertebrates. 

On Friday, the children also had a PE session with their coach. 

Well dones Year 5/6!