Welcome to Year 6
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.
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Poetry in History
Posted: Oct 25, 2024 by: Will Smithson (wsmithson) on: Year 6 Class Blog
Year 6 Poetry Celebration: Honoring Walter Tull
Our Year 6 pupils recently took on an incredible poetry project inspired by Walter Tull, the trailblazing soldier who became the first known Black officer to be promoted during World War One. Tull’s courage and resilience in the face of adversity have made him an inspirational figure in British history, and our students captured his legacy with powerful words and imagery in their poems.
To write these poems, we adopted the same rhythm used in Caged Bird by Maya Angelou, giving our verses a steady, thoughtful beat that helped bring Walter Tull’s experiences to life. We also explored the work of other poets and writers, including the haunting war poetry of Wilfred Owen and the energetic, socially-conscious writing of Benjamin Zephaniah. These poets inspired us to use language that is both impactful and honest, helping us to truly honour Tull’s memory.
After all the poems were complete, Mr. Dalrymple read them and was absolutely blown away! He said they were “the best poems he’s read by children.” High praise indeed! Each student put their heart into this project, capturing not only Tull’s courage but also the importance of resilience, equality, and the power of standing up for what is right.
To mark this wonderful achievement, we’ll be sending the poems home for parents and carers to enjoy. We’re thrilled for our pupils to share their hard work with their families—well done, Year 6 poets! You’ve made us all proud.
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