Year Four 

What a difference having the lovely sunshine has been this week.  The children are really enjoying being able to play on the field in this lovely weather!  We have also taken the opportunity to go outside for some drama. 

What we have learnt about this week 

This week in maths we have been working with money.  The pupils have been estimating and calculating with money.  Perhaps you could let them have a go at adding some items up and paying for them next time you go shopping!  In English we have started a new adventure story called The Explorers.  It is set in the Amazon Rainforest and will follow a group of children on an adventure.  The children have been using descriptive language to describe the Amazon rainforest as well as learning about where rainforests are found on the planet in geography.  The children have also learned what conservationists and environmentalists are and why their work is so important. They also practised using synonyms to make their writing more interesting.  In RE they have started a new unit about why the Bible is so special and acted out the story of Mary Jones.  Perhaps ask them to retell you the story and what she did in order to get her own copy of the Bible. 

What we will learn about next week 

In maths, we will move onto time so please encourage your child to read an analogue clock as much as possible.  We will continue to find out about the adventure the children find themselves on in The Explorer and will start to plan their own adventure story with a focus on dialogue and creating a dramatic opening to hook the reader in. 

In history the children will be looking at what they know about Iron Age Britain and will be considering what made it possible for the Romans to invade Britain at this time. They will be considering the historical theme of invasion and conquest. 

Science will see the children continuing their investigations in electricity and thinking in more detail about the components of different circuits. 

Year Six

What we have learnt about this week: 
This week, our Year 6 pupils have shown outstanding commitment and focus as they continue preparing for their upcoming SATs. They have been working incredibly hard across all key areas of the curriculum, showing determination and resilience every step of the way. 

In reading, the children have been developing their comprehension skills by practising how to retrieve key information, make inferences, and explain their understanding of texts. They have also been exploring a variety of question types to help them feel confident and prepared.  

In mathematics, we have been revising key topics such as fractions, decimals, percentages, and measurement, with a particular focus on solving multi-step problems and explaining mathematical reasoning clearly.  

Our grammar, punctuation, and spelling sessions have involved focused revision on sentence structure, verb tenses, punctuation use, and common spelling patterns. The children have been applying these skills in short writing tasks and SATs-style questions. 

We are incredibly proud of the positive attitude Year 6 have shown towards their learning and preparation—they are truly rising to the challenge with enthusiasm and maturity. 

 
What we will learn about next week 

Next week, we will continue to revise and strengthen our understanding in all SATs areas. In reading, the children will practise answering a range of comprehension questions that test their ability to interpret vocabulary, identify key details, and summarise meaning. In maths, we will revisit arithmetic techniques and reinforce our confidence with reasoning problems, focusing on accuracy, working methodically, and showing clear working out. Grammar and spelling lessons will provide further opportunities to practise commonly tested rules, punctuation use, and spelling accuracy. 

Alongside this academic focus, we are also looking forward to a very special event on Thursday 8th May—our celebration of VE Day. This is a significant day in British history, marking the end of World War II in Europe. To commemorate the occasion, the children will take part in a variety of themed activities throughout the day, including learning about life in wartime Britain, creating commemorative art, listening to music from the era, and reflecting on the importance of peace and remembrance. It will be a wonderful opportunity to step back in time and develop a deeper understanding of our shared history.