Nettlesworth Primary School

Nettlesworth Primary School

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Class 5 Activities

Class 5 Activities 2026- 2027

Homework for Friday 16th October 2026

This week’s homework is Science. Children should complete the task set to reinforce and extend their understanding of the topics covered in class.

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French Directions

Class 5 enjoyed learning how to give and follow directions in French. The children practised using key vocabulary and phrases to describe routes and locations, developing both their speaking and listening skills. They worked confidently with partners to give instructions, ask for clarification, and navigate simple maps using French language. The lesson helped to build their confidence in communicating for a real-life purpose while expanding their French vocabulary.

Morphing Programme

Class 5 used a morphing programme to explore how images can be gradually transformed from one form into another. The children enjoyed experimenting with different pictures and learning how technology can be used to create smooth transitions and visual effects. This activity helped develop their digital literacy skills, creativity, and understanding of how computer software can be used in graphic design and animation.

Homework for Friday 9th October

This week’s homework is arithmetic practice. The activities have been designed to help children develop their fluency and confidence with key calculation skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

UNCRC Article 28 – right to an education

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Science Investigation

Year 5 and 6 thoroughly enjoyed their visit to the synagogue. The visit provided a valuable opportunity for pupils to explore Jewish beliefs, traditions and worship in a real-life setting. Children were highly engaged throughout the experience, asking thoughtful questions and showing great respect and curiosity. The visit helped to deepen their understanding of Judaism and brought their RE learning to life in a meaningful and memorable way.

UNCRC Article 29 – develop children’s talents.

Synagogue Visit

Year 5 and 6 thoroughly enjoyed their visit to the synagogue. The visit provided a valuable opportunity for pupils to explore Jewish beliefs, traditions and worship in a real-life setting. Children were highly engaged throughout the experience, asking thoughtful questions and showing great respect and curiosity. The visit helped to deepen their understanding of Judaism and brought their RE learning to life in a meaningful and memorable way.

UNCRC Article 14 – Right to a religion

Homework for Friday 2nd October 2026

This week in class 5 we are working super hard to perfect our SPAG! Please work with your child to complete the mat, discussing the key terminology. Remember to use the packs previously sent out to help you!

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Coffee Morning

We all enjoyed decorating biscuits in preparation for our coffee morning, raising money for Macmillan. Thank you to everyone who came along!

Computing

We have worked hard in computing to prepare our PowerPoint presentations on Charles Darwin as part of our Cornerstones topic. We all worked hard to include a hyperlink to a video we had researched online. The children were very good at then presenting their presentations to the rest of the class. Well done!

Homework for Friday 25th September

This week for homework we are focusing on Science. We are all very much enjoying our topic of evolution and inheritance. Please complete the task in your file – don’t forget to learn your spellings too. These are given out on a Wednesday ready for a test on the following Monday.

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Sports Leaders

Three of our PE Leaders recently attended additional training to further develop their leadership skills and knowledge. During the session, they learned new games, activities and strategies to help support physical activity and wellbeing across the school. They represented our school brilliantly, showing enthusiasm, confidence and teamwork throughout the day. We are excited to see them use their new skills to help lead activities and inspire others to get involved in PE and active playtimes.

Judo Taster Session

Class 5 thoroughly enjoyed taking part in a judo taster session this week. The children had great fun learning some basic judo skills and techniques from a qualified coach. They showed excellent listening skills, respect and determination throughout the session, and many children enjoyed trying something new. It was a fantastic opportunity to build confidence, coordination and teamwork whilst keeping active.

Homework for Friday 17th September 2026

This week in numeracy we are concentrating on our addition and subtraction skills. Pease complete the task in your file. You will also find a pack of knowledge organisers in your child’s homework file. These are to help your child in preparation for the SAT’s. Please keep them in their files and use them each week to focus on a topic.

Any questions, please ask.

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Ukulele session

Class 5 thoroughly enjoyed their ukulele session this week, where they had the exciting opportunity to learn a new song. It was wonderful to see their confidence grow throughout the session, and they were very proud of the progress they made.

Tag Rugby

Year 5 and Year 6 have loved working with Darren Curry as they began their learning journey in tag rugby. The pupils have shown great enthusiasm and enjoyed developing key skills such as passing, teamwork and communication through a range of fun and engaging activities.

Homework for Friday 11th September 2026

This week we are beginning our topic in Literacy – all about Greek Gods and Goddesses. Please work with your child to help them complete the reading task around this subject.

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Memorable Experience

As part of our learning, we stepped into the shoes of Charles Darwin and explored the world as naturalists. We carefully observed a range of animals and created detailed observational drawings, focusing on important features such as body shape, textures, patterns, and adaptations. This memorable experience helped us develop our scientific observation skills, appreciate the importance of accuracy in recording findings, and gain a deeper understanding of how Darwin used careful observations to support his theories about the natural world.

UNCRC Article 28 – Right to an education

Welcome to Class 5!

We are looking forward to the year ahead – learning lots of new things and preparing for our next journey and transition to secondary school. Autumn term we our cornerstones topic is Darwin Delights.

We’re off on an exciting expedition with Charles Darwin and his crew on HMS Beagle. Can you trace his route across the vast ocean? Stop at the magical Galápagos Islands to see the amazing species that helped Charles Darwin to develop his theory of evolution by natural selection. Do you know what’s so special about a lava lizard, or why the blue-footed booby has blue feet? See how animals adapt to their environments over time and meet some of the world’s greatest explorers and naturalists. Imagine how humans will evolve in millions of years. It’s a scary thought. Ready to trace the origin of species? Let’s set sail.

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In this section

  • Class 1
  • Class 2
  • Class 3
  • Class 4
  • Class 5

 

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