1. Knowledge & Understanding of the world
Mathematical world
Over this half term we will:
Understand place value up to one million
Use place value to solve problems
Be able to recognise and order decimal number to 3dp
Be able to add and subtract using a column method
Solve calculation mentally and make choices about when to do so.
Understand angles. This include their names, how they are measured, drawn and calculated.
Measure and calculate area and perimeter of rectangles and compound shapes.
Be able to solve a range of problems involving all operations
Use reasoning to state opinion
Apply our knowledge to solve problems.
World of Technology
ICT:
This half term will be using digital cameras to explore the curriculum. We will be taking pictures and using various media to work with the pictures. As part of the learning we will be exploring how different programmes allow us to use images we have taken and we will use the pictures to support our learning in other subjects.
The World of Worlds
English:
Spelling – dropping e, plurals, suffixes, understanding a variety of word endings (ible, able, ous, tion, sion etc)
Punctuation – review and use of all punctuation and developing understanding of brackets and dash use
Reading and writing – We will be creating diary entries with a focus on conveying feelings and using interesting language and sentence structures in our writing. After this we will be learning how to write exciting narrative set in imaginary worlds.
Handwriting – Review of letter formation and use of consistent, cursive writing – taught through handwriting lessons
This half term we will be working incredibly hard to ensure that we develop our knowledge of grammar. This will involve word type, sentence construction and sentence type.
Knowledge & Understanding of the world
Science:
This half term we will be learning about living things and their habitats.
Pupils will look at the different habitats which we can find in our school grounds and understand how they support life.
They will describe the differences in life cycles between mammals, amphibians, insects and birds
Understand the life cycle and reproduction of plants.
Topic
Our topic of The Struggle will run over the whole of the Autumn term. We will be looking closely at invaders and settlers and focusing on Anglo-Saxons and Viking culture. We will be looking at the history of these peoples as well as the struggles in which they went through. We will also be exploring how their heritage is still felt within our society today an we will look for their legacy in our local area and surrounding communities.
Creative World
Art
This half term we will be looking at paintings and replicas of art based on the time periods of the Anglo Saxons and Viking which we are studying.
Children will develop techniques through sketch book activities and produce work for display.
Children will create broaches by researching and then designing them. They will be made using both card and clay.
Children will work with clay to make various sculptures of Anglo-Saxon artefacts.
These are the areas we have planned to cover in Year 5 this half term.
If you wish to help your child with these subjects, please come into school to see us.
Year 5
“The Struggle!"
The Physical World
Outdoor PE:
Year 5 will begin this year by learning how to play hockey. We will be working as a collective to develop our striking skills, ball control, team work and general understanding of the rules of hockey.
Indoor PE will be gymnastics. The theme is flight and balance based on the settlers and invaders theme of our main topic.
PE will be on a Monday and Friday.
Our World
SEAL (New Beginnings):
Begin by setting targets
Understanding our rights, and those of others.
Develop strategies for overcoming barriers to success
Develop our growth mindset
Strengthen our learning muscles

2. Thorn Grove Primary School
Information & reminders for parents:
Dear Parents,
Welcome to year 5, what a fabulous year we have ahead of us! It is full of challenges, exciting topics, marvellous events and I am sure that the journey we are going to take is going to be fun.
I hope that you have all had a brilliant summer and that now after the rest, you are ready for the school year ahead.
Year 5 is like no other year at school. It is a year of hard work, additional responsibility and I am privileged to assist you and your children on this journey.
Let’s begin with a few reminders:
Reading is of huge importance! Children (who require) have a reading book (banded to their level) and they are also reading for pleasure through our Thorn Grove Passport Challenge. Please make sure that they are taking some time each night to enjoy the world of books. Any discussion you could have with them regarding their reading is much appreciated.
Spellings will be handed out weekly and tested the following week on a Friday.
Homework will be set on a weekly basis. The nature of the homework will vary dependant on what we are trying to achieve. Some will be related to Literacy and numeracy whereas others could have a Topic or research angle. Any homework will always have clear instructions and the hand-in date will be in your child’s homework book.
My Maths will also be set each week. Anyone with out internet access simply needs to inform ourselves then we can ensure the work is completed in school.
A trip is already planned for this half term and information about this should be with you already – I hope the children are as excited about it as I am.
If you have any questions please feel free to see contact me at any time.
Mike Godwin
Year 5
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