2025/6 Term 1

English

This term in English, pupils will use The Boy in the Tower by Polly Ho-Yen to inspire their writing. They will explore narrative techniques by creating alternative endings, focusing on structure, pacing, and character development. Pupils will also learn how to write newspaper articles, developing formal writing skills such as summarising events clearly, using an objective tone, and selecting key details—skills that support persuasive and argumentative writing.

This term in Reading, pupils will explore a range of texts including The Boy in the Tower by Polly Ho-Yen, the non-fiction book Fungarium, and the poem Overheard in a Tower Block by Joseph Coelho. Through these texts, they will practise reading fluency using the EARS approach—Expression, Automaticity, Rhythm and Phrasing, and Smoothness. Pupils will explore themes such as courage, resilience, isolation, connection, friendship, loyalty, coming of age, and perception versus reality, while covering a broad range of national curriculum objectives.

                                                                      Maths

This term in Maths, pupils will focus on number and place value, including reading and writing numbers up to 1,000,000, comparing and ordering numbers (including decimals to three decimal places), and rounding to the nearest 10, 100, and 1,000. They will practise mental addition and subtraction, multiply and divide by 10, 100, and 1,000, and use formal written methods to add and subtract numbers with more than four digits. Pupils will also learn to multiply and divide four-digit numbers by a one-digit number using formal written methods.

You can support our learning at home by encouraging us to access Times Table Rockstars and helping us learn our KIRFs. 

KIRFs (Key Instant Recall Facts)

Science- How do we classify things?

This term in Science, pupils will be learning about how living things are classified. They will explore how plants are grouped into categories such as flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and mosses, and understand the differences in how these plants grow and reproduce. Pupils will also learn how animals are classified into vertebrates and invertebrates, and further into smaller groups like mammals, birds, insects, and more. The unit introduces the five kingdoms of living things, including fungi, and highlights how fungi differ from plants. Pupils will also practise using branching keys to identify species based on observable characteristics, and will investigate some of the living things found in the local area and school grounds.

RE- Does Creativity Matter?

This term in RE, pupils will explore how different religious worldviews express beliefs about the origins of the universe through creation stories. They will also learn how people express their faith, values, and ways of living through creativity, including music. Pupils will consider different perspectives on music in worship and how it can be a form of expression for some, while others may view it as a distraction from spiritual focus.

Geography- Why do people visit the Andes?

This term in Geography, pupils will be learning about the Andes Mountains and their significance in South America. They will discover that the Andes are the longest mountain chain in the world and home to Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Americas. Pupils will also explore the location of South America in the Southern Hemisphere and learn about the Tropic of Capricorn- an important imaginary line that runs through the continent. These lessons will help pupils build a strong understanding of physical geography and global positioning.

PSHE- What does it mean to be loved by someone else?

This term in PSHE, pupils will be exploring the foundations of healthy relationships. They will learn about the importance of supportive, respectful, and loving family life, and understand how emotional attraction can occur between people of any gender or background. The lessons will also cover commitment in relationships, including trust, communication, and equality. Pupils will learn to recognise the differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships, and gain knowledge about marriage, civil partnerships, and the legal implications of forced marriage. They will also be encouraged to seek help from trusted adults or support organisations if they have concerns.

PE

This term in indoor PE, pupils will take part in a range of activities designed to improve their overall health and fitness. They will explore key components such as speed, stamina, strength, coordination, balance, and agility. Pupils will be encouraged to challenge themselves, support others, and track their progress using collected data, while developing perseverance and teamwork.

In our outdoor PE sessions, pupils will develop skills that support outdoor adventurous activities. They will work individually and in teams to solve challenges, share ideas, and lead others. Activities will focus on strategy, communication, and inclusion, while also introducing map reading and navigation using more complex maps and controls.

Computing

Spelling