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Enjoy a guided tour, learn about our curriculum, school values and what it’s like to be a pupil here.
In Year 5 we have two classes. Our class teachers are Mr Sheridan and Mr Dickson. Our teaching assistants are Mrs Tyrrell and Miss Munro. We are also pleased to welcome Miss Weeramanthri, our trainee teacher, who will be working alongside the Year 5 team throughout the year to support children’s learning and development.
Year 5 is an exciting and enriching year, packed with memorable experiences and opportunities for children to develop their knowledge, skills and independence. Throughout the year, pupils will explore a range of fascinating topics, beginning with Mountains in the autumn term, where they will learn about the world’s highest peaks, climate zones, volcanoes and earthquakes, alongside studying the remarkable achievements of Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary. This learning will be brought to life through a unique virtual geography fieldwork expedition to Mount Everest, allowing children to immerse themselves in the challenges of exploring one of the world’s most iconic landscapes.
In the spring term, children will journey back in time to study Early Islamic Civilisations, exploring their achievements and influence on the wider world. Links with science will see pupils investigate space and the solar system, culminating in an exciting visit to the National Space Centre. During the summer term, pupils will learn about the Vikings, examining their impact on Britain through historical enquiry and source work. A dedicated Viking Experience Day will provide hands-on opportunities to bring this period of history to life.
Across the wider curriculum, pupils will study a broad range of scientific topics including materials, animals including humans, space, forces and living things. In English, they will enjoy a rich selection of texts such as The Last Bear, Everest, Cosmic, The BFG and Kenzuke’s Kingdom, inspiring their reading and writing across a variety of genres. Creative opportunities include drawing, sculpture, music composition and performance, whilst computing lessons develop skills in programming, databases and media production.
Beyond the classroom, Year 5 pupils will take part in Bikeability, learning important cycling proficiency and road safety skills, alongside swimming, competitive sports and a wide range of enrichment events throughout the year.
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