Year 5

Welcome to Year 5!

‘Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart.’
Colossians 3:23-24

Meet the Staff

Year 5B Teacher: Miss Brooks
Year 5H Teacher: Miss Hoolighan
Teaching Assistants: Miss Derbyshire, Miss Powell and Miss Phoebe

What You Need to Know

Homework will be given on Fridays to reflect the week’s learning. Homework will often cover Numeracy, Literacy, and a list of spellings in preparation for the Grand Spell each Friday.

The current school wide expectation is that children are expected to read for 5 minutes and practise their times tables every night. 

Please send your child in their PE kit for PE lessons. PE kit is a plain white t-shirt with dark trainers or pumps, and blue or black shorts. Plain black or blue tracksuit bottoms may be worn in the winter.

5B - Thursday & Friday

5H - Thursday & Friday

Please also provide your child with a hooded coat so they can stay warm during playtime.

In the summer months, caps can be worn when outside.

To find out more about the Year 5 curriculum, subjects, and spellings, please download the links below.

Please have a read of the document below and pick up some tips about how you can help your child with their reading.

Reading advice for parents.

What we are learning in Summer 1:

Maths- This term children will learn; 
 

• Identify and compare different 2D and 3D shapes
• Use mathematical vocabulary to describe properties such as angles, sides, edges and vertices
• Measure and draw angles accurately using a protractor
• Understand and use terms such as acute, obtuse and reflex angles
• Describe positions using coordinates in the first quadrant
• Plot points and draw shapes on a grid
• Translate (move) shapes and describe movements using mathematical language
• Begin to understand how shapes can change position without changing size or orientation

• English-This term, pupils will develop their narrative writing skills through the use of the short film Alma, focusing on creating atmosphere, building character and using dialogue effectively.

• Write detailed and atmospheric descriptions inspired by the film setting
• Use expanded noun phrases, similes and sensory language.
• Apply prepositions for place (e.g. above, behind, beneath) to describe position clearly.
• Create mood and tension through carefully chosen vocabulary and sentence structure.
• Develop characters by showing thoughts, feelings and actions
• Use “show not tell” techniques to reveal personality
• Explore how characters react to the setting to build suspense and interest
• Write dialogue between characters using correct speech punctuation
• Use a range of speech verbs to convey emotion
• Use dialogue to move the action forward and develop the plot
• Ensure dialogue is purposeful and adds to characterisation
• Apply accurate punctuation, including speech marks, commas and apostrophes
• Use a variety of sentence types and structures
• Check spelling and grammar to improve clarity and accuracy

Science- This term, pupils will:

• Compare and group everyday materials based on their properties, such as hardness, transparency, flexibility and magnetism
• Learn about thermal conductivity and electrical conductivity
• Explore why certain materials are chosen for specific uses
• Investigate how some materials dissolve to form solutions
• Learn about reversible changes (e.g. dissolving, melting)
• Understand irreversible changes (e.g. burning, rusting)
• Explore how materials can be separated, such as through filtering or sieving
• Plan and carry out fair tests
• Make predictions and observations
• Record results using tables and diagrams
• Draw conclusions based on evidence
• Use scientific vocabulary to explain their findings

• Religion- This term pupils will explore how Christians are called to use their gifts to serve others and make the world a better place, inspired by the message of the Holy Spirit.

• Learn about the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and inspiring Christians
• Explore the events of Pentecost and how the disciples were sent out “to the ends of the earth”
• Reflect on how the Holy Spirit helps people make good choices and support others
• Identify their own gifts and talents
• Understand how these can be used to help others and contribute to their community
• Reflect on the importance of kindness, service and responsibility
• Learn about disciples and their mission to spread Jesus’ message
• Study the lives of key saints and how they used their gifts to make a difference
• Explore what it means to live as a modern-day disciple
• Consider how faith can inspire people to act for the good of others
• Discuss ways they can make a positive impact in their school and wider community
• Reflect on how small actions can contribute to a better world

This unit encourages pupils to think about their role in the world, developing a sense of purpose, compassion and responsibility through faith and action.