Year 5
Welcome to year 5!
Please remember to check our class website each week for updates on what your child has been learning. The photo gallery is also a great place to see snapshots of their learning in action.
You’ll also find all the important dates for the Spring term listed under the Important Dates tab. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email the school office.
Many thanks,
Mrs Forouzandeh
School Car Park
A gentle reminder to parents and carers that the school car park is reserved for authorised staff and visitors who have received prior permission from Mrs Bourner. To help keep our pupils safe and ensure traffic moves smoothly during our busy drop-off and collection times, we kindly ask that you do not park in the school car park without permission. We really appreciate your cooperation and support in helping us maintain a safe and well-organised environment for everyone. Please make use of the kiss and drop facilities across the road. Thank you for your understanding and continued support!
Staff in year 5
Our value this term:
Service
Our learning this week: 11/05/26 - 15/05/26
English
In English, we have started our new Writing for Pleasure unit. The children will be creating their own short stories, all linked by the central theme of a main character challenging their fate.
Maths
In Maths, the children learnt about lines of symmetry in both shapes and letters, identifying and drawing lines of symmetry accurately. They also explored reflections on a grid, finding and using lines of reflection for different shapes. We have now moved on to adding and subtracting decimals including calculations within 1 and with numbers greater than 1.
Geography
In Geography, the children learnt about the countries where cacao trees are grown, including Ivory Coast, Brazil, Nigeria, Cameroon and Indonesia. They learnt why these countries are suitable for growing cacao trees, focusing on their location near the Equator and the warm tropical climate needed for cacao plants to thrive. The children then broaden their knowledge about the countries that produce and sell chocolate around the world, including the United Kingdom, United States, Belgium, Switzerland and Austria. They also learnt about latitude and longitude, understanding that the Equator is located at 0° latitude and the Prime Meridian at 0° longitude. The children understood how these imaginary lines divide the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, and the Eastern and Western Hemispheres.
Guided Reading
In Guided Reading this term, the children are reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. They have been enjoying exploring the story, discussing the characters and events. The book has also provided opportunities to develop comprehension skills, expand vocabulary and deepen their understanding of the text.
Science
In Science, the children learnt how a periscope works and how objects that are out of our direct line of sight can still be seen using mirrors inside a periscope. They learnt that light reflects off mirrors, allowing us to see around or over obstacles. The children also discovered that periscopes are used in trenches and on submarines to help people see clearly while remaining hidden or protected without needing to move into direct view.
RE
In RE, the children learnt about Ramadan, the holy month in Islam during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset meaning they don't eat or drink during daylight hours. The children explored why Muslims fast during Ramadan, learning that it is a way of showing faith and obedience to Allah as well as developing empathy for people who do not have enough food or clean water. They also learnt about Zakat, one of the Five Pillars of Islam which is a form of charity where Muslims give around 2.5% of their savings to help those in need.
Physical Education
In PE, we are focusing on athletics, where the children have been developing their running, jumping and throwing skills. They have been practising different techniques, improving their coordination and building their stamina through a range of activities.