Class Teacher: Mrs C. Devlin
Classroom Teaching Assistant: Mrs C. Cook
During the Summer term in Year 6, there are lots of exciting topics to look forward to!!
In mathematics, we will be studying: Fractions, percentages, statistics, scale factors and angles. Our English focus is narrative writing where we are writing a short action story based upon ‘The Arrival’ by Shaun Tan and a short thriller based on the film clip Alma…
In geography, we will be learning about the continent of North America, including: mapping the 23 countries that make up this continent, studying differing climates and time zones and discovering human and physical geographical features.
In design technology, we will be designing and making our own model playgrounds to meet a specific design criteria. This will involve measuring and cutting techniques (including sawing) and construction using hot glue guns!
Our science topic ‘Evolution and Inheritance’ focuses upon the evolution and adaptation of humans and other animals over millions of years. We also study the characteristics we inherit from our immediate and distant relatives.
Monday 13th May is the start of Year 6 SATs.The children have been working extremely hard throughout the year and we are already very proud of each and every one of them.
In preparation for the week, all Year 6 children are invited to take part in breakfast and relaxation sessions from 8.00am each morning for two weeks beginning on Tuesday 7th May 2024.During relaxation sessions, we will discuss thoughts and feelings, and practise relaxation and breathing techniques.
For further information about this half-term’s topics, why not have a look at our topic web:
GENERAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PE will take place every Tuesday afternoon this half term.
READING, SPELLING AND HOMEWORK
The children will be given reading books to take home which can be changed as often as necessary. Please encourage your child to read regularly and complete their home-reading record. Children will also be set Reading Eggspress assignments periodically to complete at home in order to develop their comprehension skills.
Spellings will be given out at the start of each week and our weekly spelling test will be on Monday. It is important that the children are supported in learning their spellings for approximately 10 to 15 minutes each evening.
The children will receive mathematics and English homework on alternate weeks. Homework will be sent on a Friday to be completed and returned by Monday.
Sylvester Primary Academy
St Johns Road
Huyton
Knowsley
L36 0UX
Tel: 0151 477 8320
Email: sylvester@knowsley.gov.uk