Class 5 Activities 2026- 2027
DT – Habitats
In DT, Class 5 designed and created their own 3D habitat models. Using a range of materials, the children carefully constructed environments suitable for different animals, considering the features needed for survival. They showed great creativity and problem-solving skills while bringing their habitat designs to life.
UNCRC 29 – Develop talents
Homework for Friday 23rd October 2026
This week’s homework is all about similes. The children will be learning how similes compare one thing to another using the words like or as, and will have the opportunity to create their own imaginative examples.
UNCRC 28 – right to an education
Career Encounter
Class 5 enjoyed a visit from the local firefighters, who taught us all about staying safe during Bonfire Night. They shared important firework and fire safety advice to help us keep ourselves and others safe. The firefighters also spoke about their career pathway, explaining the training, skills and teamwork needed to become a firefighter. The children were fascinated by their experiences and learned a great deal about this important role in our community.
UNCRC 32 – protect children from dangerous work
Oil Pastels
As part of our Darwin’s Delights topic, we used oil pastels to create colourful drawings of different animals. We carefully observed the features, patterns and textures of each animal before using a range of blending and shading techniques to bring our artwork to life. The children showed great creativity and produced some fantastic pieces inspired by the natural world that fascinated Charles Darwin.
UNCRC 29- Develop talents
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.
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.
Meeting a real life author!
Four children had an exciting opportunity to meet Jacqueline Wilson, one of Britain’s most famous children’s authors. They enjoyed hearing her talk about her life, her books and where she gets her ideas from. The children were able to ask questions and learn more about the writing process. It was a memorable experience that inspired them to continue reading and writing their own stories.
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
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
