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Year 6
Welcome to Year 6
Class Teacher: Miss McFadden
Teaching Assistant: Mrs Curran
Remote Learning Spring 2021
Welcome back to school Year 6 and our brand new virtual classroom! All our learning this half term will take place virtually and 'LIVE' on Microsoft TEAMS. I will be introducing our brand new Geography topic 'The United Kingdom' as well as sharing an exciting Quest adventure story which will be the focus of our English writing journey. Please take a look at our remote learning timetable and curriculum newsletter so you are familiar with everything we will be covering virtually. We have a 'different' but exciting learning journey ahead Year 6 and I can't wait to get started. See you there!
Year 6 Key Information
►Reading - Reading is at the heart of all our learning at Holy Family and it gives me great pleasure to see all the children developing a love of books and becoming life-long readers. To support this at home, please could all children ensure that they read their school reading book every night and that the planner is signed by an adult. Alongside this, it is also key that all children select their own reading for pleasure book which they will also have opportunities to read and share with others in school. I can't wait to hear about all the 'Recommended Reads' from each of the children and any new vocabulary which they may have collected on their reading journeys.
►Spellings - Every Friday all children will receive a new spelling list based on spelling rules/patterns which have been our focus in class. Please can all children learn ready for the following Friday. It is also key that the children understand any new words met and can apply into their writing. To support this, please could all children take each spelling word and put it into their own engaging sentence which can shared back in class. All written homework must be presented to the highest standard.
►Homework - All children will be given weekly English and maths homework. This is to be completed and returned to school as required.
►PE - PE will take place every Wednesday and Friday. All children must have the correct school PE kit of white t-shirt and black shorts. (Track suits may be worn as the weather turns colder). Please ensure that all children have trainers to enable them to fully particpate in this key subject.
As always, thank you for your continued support.
Please don't heistate to contact me at school if you have any questions or concerns.
Miss McFadden
We are United Against Bullying!
We remember
The Remembrance Day service was a poignant reminder to Year 6 that their learning during our WW2 topic had a real-life context. It was wonderful for members of our class to take the lead and read parts of the service to their peers. It was a chance for everyone to reflect on their learning and remember that by learning from the darkness created in the past - we can create a brighter future together!
Enterprise Week 2020
Year 6 have been very busy this week making our Christmas crafts ready to sell as part of our Enterprise work. Each Christmas craft has been individually made by a child with much love and care! Please support us in making us much profit as we can. All monies received are used to support the future learning of all children at Holy Family. On sale now!
Thank you so much to everyone who supported our enterprise week. We have made over £90 profit! Well done year 6!
Thank you so much to everyone who supported our enterprise week. We have made over £90 profit! Well done year 6!
Home Learning
Autumn 2 2020
Autumn 1 2020 - World War Two
Year 6 have really immersed themselves in our World War Two topic this half-term. The topic started with recording what the children already knew and what they wanted to know about the war. This enabled a personalised approach so that everyone could research aspects of the topic they wanted to develop a greater understanding in. All our English lessons have been linked to the war and everyone showed wonderful imagination and creativity when creating war flashback stories. Year 6 have also really enjoyed studying our class text 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas', developing their reading skills by diving deep into the text alongside finding out lots of new historical knowledge and applying previous learnt knowledge to answer tricky questions. Everyone has also been such an independent and creative learner when responding in their own way to key history questions. Our short clip shows a sample of the amazing work produced by the children in our new books.
We are creative!
Cross curricular learning opportunities have been a great way for year 6 to be creative! They have used their design and technology skills to plan, design and evaluate their own WW2 fighter planes and Battle of Britain medals.
We are creative!
Autumn 1 2020 - Our Learning Environment
Miss McFadden's Recommended Reads!
This half term we are reading 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas' in class.
If you are enjoying this, you may also like....
War Horse by Michael Morpurgo
War Games by Michael Morpurgo
The Diary of Anne Frank by Anne Frank
The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak.
Happy reading Year 6!
Year 6 Transition
McAuley Catholic High School are offering Y6 Families an opportunity to visit the school and talk to the Headteacher, and Transitions Co-Ordinator. This will take place on Thursday 22nd October. See details below.
When: Thursday 22nd October
Where: McAuley Acacia Road Site
Time: There are 2 sessions 4:30-5:30pm and 5:30-6:30pm
You will need to book a session and places are limited to ensure social distancing. If you would like to book a place please email transition@mcauley.org.uk and give the following details
Name
Group Size
Telephone Number
Which session you would prefer
Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. You will need to wear a face covering during your visit. We look forward to welcoming you to our school.
Curriculum Newsletter - Autumn 1
Back to School Prayer
Loving God,
Watch over our children as they begin their new school year.
Bless them with joy at seeing their friends, excitement at new experiences and a love of learning.
Guide and protect all who learn, replacing fear with joy, anxiety with peace, and tiredness with energy. Give wisdom, patience and joy to teachers as they serve their students.
In Jesus's name we pray.
Amen
Welcome back to school Year 6! Tuesday 1st September 2020 marks the beginning of your final year at Primary school and the start of a happy, successful and memorable year as we begin a busy and exciting journey ahead of us in Year 6. I am looking forward to getting to know each of you and your families and helping you all shine brightly to ensure you all achieve your very best every single day.
I know some of you may be feeling a little bit nervous about your return to school especially as things may look a little different for now. Always remember that we will adapt together. The things which make Holy Family such a special place to learn are exactly the same; the wonderful children and adults, the love, care and support for each of you.
Miss McFadden and Mrs Curran