Welcome to Year 6
Presentations from the SATs and Carlton Lodge Meeting
Year 6 Curriculum Map
After a super first half term in Year 6, we will be continuing with certain topics in some subjects, but changing them in others. We will also be saying goodbye to Mr Gleeson which is of course really sad, but we are grateful for everything he has given the school in his time here and wish him all the best in the future.
Topic Book
Our focus in topic will be The Galapagos Islands- we have already learnt bits about Charles Darwin’s famous voyage there.
English
We will be continuing with our World War One topic, but will be writing a setting description, diary entry and a speech.
Please ensure your child is reading at the very least 3 times per week at home to support them, not just reading independently but also with an adult or sibling, allowing for discussions around what they have read. Children take home a planner and I ask that they fill in new words or phrases they have found 3 times a week. To be successful this year, it is imperative they develop a broad and in-depth knowledge of precise vocabulary and can infer meaning from what they have read. A parent or carer should then sign off what they have written. We will check the planners every week (each Monday).
Science
In science, our topic will be Electricity (which fits nicely with DT).
Maths
Our topics this half term are fractions and converting units.
RE
We will still be learning about the Jewish faith this half term. This will mean both looking at cornerstones of their faith and also customs for the people who follow that faith.
Computing
In computing, this half term, we will be creating our own webpages, which I know the children are really excited about!
PE
In PE, we will be continuing with gymnastics on Wednesdays and dodgeball on Thursdays. The children can be in PE kit both days but must remember to remove jewellery on those days please.
DT
Our topic will be ‘Electricity’ and the children will make a steady-hand game.
Thank you for taking the time to read this information and please do not hesitate to be in touch.
Kind regards,
Mr Smithson and Mr Gleeson.
Year 6 Class Blog
Heading towards the end...
Peter Dalrymple (PDalrymple) on: Year 6 Class Blog
So Friday saw our external moderation of English and it was...it was a really moving moment.
As a class teacher, being with the children day in, day out, you see the progress, but because you are always pushing for the best for all of the children, sometimes progress becomes the norm.
Looking through the Writing books with colleagues and someone from outside school, one becomes reawakened to the progress and development of each child. And, boy, has there been progress. It came back to me how everyone in Year 6 has found their own, unique voice, which shows their own perspective of their world. This sang through every book we looked at.
And I am so pleased. And so should you. We really have a wonderful set of writers and authors.
Authors is a word I use intentionally. Because at ASJ we have shown and given the Y6 children the tools for them to be their own authors of their own stories (along with you, of course).
The moderator said that he hopes that secondary continues to grow the authors we have. I do too. Let's hope the future keeps letting them grow their voice.
That's is all for the standard moderation and testing. Now we look forward to the play, the leavers assembly and celebrating the wonderful years in primary school.
Homework
Spellings - test Wed 25 Jun
Principle - synonyms for happy and sad
ecstatic
jovial
exultant
elated
delighted
despondent
forlorn
dejected
woeful
dismal
CEW
bruise
controversy
desperate
guarantee
marvellous
Year 5 & 6 Play
It would be great for the children to listen and sing along to the songs in the school play. The school play is 'School of Pop' and the songs can be found on Spotify and YouTube.
Writing and some extra bits
Peter Dalrymple (PDalrymple) on: Year 6 Class Blog
Well, for me, it feels like we are always writing - this is in advance of the external moderation taking place next Friday (20th June). The suspense narratives are sounding amazing and the twists in the tale have been unexpected, fascinating and gruesome. And we have a smaller piece to do about healthy living.
Mentioning healthy living, it is ASJ's healthy living week next week. There is a focus on physical health, but also on overall wellbeing. Y6 start the week with a first aid course, then they romp over to forest school. Tuesday is sports day, Wednesday is Yoga and we end the week in the kitchen baking some healthy treats. It will be a fun packed week. The children can wear sports kit all week.
Y6 also spent some time with Reception this week - they really enjoyed working with our youngest students. They supported the Reception children in making a father's day card. It was a well-needed break from our writing.
Also, we have been practising for the end of year show. Good progress, but still lots to do.
After next Friday, we return to a more usual timetable.
Homework
Spellings - test on Tues 17 June 2025
Maths - Thurs 19 June 2025
Homework is on the link below.
Children can answer on a piece of paper, or complete some of it online. It is multiplication based and about thinking systematically.
https://nrich.maths.org/problems/mystery-matrix
If a print out is needed or any questions, let me know.
Writing, Writing Everywhere
Peter Dalrymple (PDalrymple) on: Year 6 Class Blog
Well, I don't know about you, but last term flew by; it was the shortest term but seemed like the biggest. I hope you have been well rested after the half term break.
The first week of the last haft term (!) has brought with it writing, writing and more writing. We are being externally moderated in 2 weeks' time and I wanted to squeeze in one last unit to showcase the children's authorial prowess. We are doing a suspense narrative, based on Hansel and Gretel, but we are going to twist the ending. The children are being challenged but they are loving it. We have had some amazing sentence stacks (test writing our ideas and features) and some already have their narrative.
On top of that we have started rehearsing the end of school show - a large moment in the children's primary school life. It is now very evident that they only have a few weeks left before we send them off to secondary. I know this is a show that you will all enjoy. That reminds me, there is a Year 6 celebration assembly - more to come on that.
Homework
Spellings - Test on Monday 09 June
Maths - have a look at the 2 reasoning problems. What do you notice? Answer the questions on the sheet
Due Wednesday 11 Jun - I will provide hard copies on Monday if the children need them
They're done!
Peter Dalrymple (PDalrymple) on: Year 6 Class Blog
The SATs are done and dusted. The children tackled them with great resilience, maturity and support for one another. The focus in the exam room was immense.
We can all breathe a bit more.
But 'what now?' I hear you ask. Well, we still have The Maya to learn about in History, continue with Rounders and Tennis in PE, 3D modelling and using a programme to help us transit into Secondary in Computer, carrying on with Music and Art. Oh, and we need to think about the Year 6 show.
I have been asked when the SATs results will be out. Gov.uk say that schools will be informed of the results on 08 July. The information is found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/key-stage-2-national-curriculum-tests-and-results-information-for-parents/2025-key-stage-2-national-curriculum-tests-information-for-parents. ASJ will let you know shortly after - date to be confirmed.
Hope you all feel that you can have a bit of a break. There are only 4 more days until half term; Friday 23 May is an inset day, so the children get an extra day this half term. Have a good week!
Homework
Find and read a poem (we are doing poetry appreciation next week) - the children may want to share it in class.
They're here!
Peter Dalrymple (PDalrymple) on: Year 6 Class Blog
Yes, we have finally to the week of the SATs. The children have been revising really hard this week, filling in those gaps in Reading, Spelling and Maths. I think they may even be a bit bored of problem solving.
I am so pleased with the work they have done, the effort they have put in and the resilience they have shown in my time in ASJ. In my eyes, they are all shining stars and I know that they will try their very best next. And they want the best for themselves. I know that a lot of this is down to you: their parents, carers and adults. You have given the love, drive and determination they need.
Homework for this weekend: rest, relax and get some good sleep, so you are ready for Monday morning.
Order of the SATS, in case you didn't know:
Monday - Punctuation and Grammar; Spelling
Tuesday - Reading
Wednesday - Maths Arithmetic (Paper 1); Maths Reasoning (Paper 2)
Thursday - Maths Reasoning (Paper 3).
Oh, don't forget about the SATs Cafe, which opens at 0810 on Monday morning. Come in through the KS2 entrance.
Have a restful weekend!
