Year 5/6

In Year 5/6, we have high expectations for every pupil and focus on preparing children successfully for the next stage of their education. We encourage pupils to become confident and independent learners who take responsibility for their work, think critically, persevere when faced with challenge and take pride in doing their very best.

Community and collaboration play an important role in our classroom. Children are encouraged to work productively with others, listen respectfully to different viewpoints and contribute positively to the wider life of the school. As the oldest pupils in the school, we encourage Year 5/6 children to act with kindness and respect and to be positive role models for younger pupils.

We also promote aspiration, encouraging children to think positively about their future and recognise that effort, perseverance and a willingness to learn can help them achieve their goals.

Reading

Reading continues to be a major priority in Year 5/6. Strong reading skills support learning across every area of the curriculum and are essential in preparing pupils for secondary school and beyond.

Children should bring their reading book and reading record into school every day. We expect pupils to read regularly both at school and at home and encourage them to explore an increasingly wide range of authors, genres and texts.

Alongside developing fluency and comprehension, we want pupils to read for pleasure, discuss books confidently and develop their own interests as readers. Reading widely also helps children build vocabulary, background knowledge and an understanding of the world around them.

PE

Our PE day is Tuesday.

Children should have the appropriate PE kit available and be prepared to participate fully. PE provides opportunities to develop physical skills as well as teamwork, leadership, resilience and healthy attitudes towards physical activity.