Friday, 12th September 2025

This week in Year 6, we have been busy learning across lots of different subjects! In Science,  We explored classification and discovered how scientists group living things. To practise, we had a go at classifying sweets! We used their features (like shape, colour and texture) to create our very own classification keys. It was a fun way to understand how classification works in the natural world.

In PSHE, we learned how to negotiate respectfully and compromise when we disagree with someone. We practised using kind words, listening carefully, and using 'I' statements. 

We’ve been planning our very own independent fieldwork enquiries in Geography. We first learned about different data collection methods that geographers use. Then we chose the ones that would suit our own questions and carefully planned the details of how we will carry them out.

As part of our topic on structures in DT, we began designing miniature playground equipment. We researched real playground designs to inspire us, and sketched out ideas ready to build in the coming weeks. We can’t wait to see our models come to life!

Home Learning 

Please complete your Doodle Baseline assessments in English, Maths and Spelling. 

You have been set 3 assignments to complete: 
Maths - Reading and writing numbers to 10 million

English - Punctuating direct speech

Spelling - Homophones and near homophones. 

Our key spelling words (and the ones that will be tested on Friday) are: 

prophecy, prophesy, farther, further, guessed, guest, heard, herd.

Please also make sure that you are reading (at least) 5 times during the week and getting your Reading Record signed to show this so that you can earn your stamp. 

Please ask if you have any questions!

Next week: 

In Maths, we will continue with our topic on place value and learn to calculate with negative numbers and to round numbers to any required degree of accuracy. 

In English, we are learning to write narratives which show characterisation. We are reading Skellig by David Almond and using this to inspire our writing. We will be learning how to show the emotions of our characters through what they do and what they say. 

We look forward to welcoming you to the Meet the Teacher meeting on Friday 18th September at 9am. Any information shared will be made available to all.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend, 

Mrs Rayburn

Friday, 5th September 2025

We are so excited to be back after the summer holidays, and what a fantastic first week it has been in Year 6! Everyone has settled in brilliantly, showing great enthusiasm and maturity as we begin our final year at primary school.

This week, we’ve been diving straight into our new topics. In geography, we’ve started planning our independent fieldwork and are already thinking about the questions we want to investigate about our local area. In PSHE, our theme of Me and My Relationships has sparked some thoughtful discussions about collaboration and respecting one another.

We’ve also been given our new positions of responsibility around school. From Reading Ambassadors and Class Mentors to Digital Leaders, Year 6 are already proving to be fantastic role models, helping to make our school a safe, welcoming and happy place for all.

Year 6 have been given their Reading Record so that they can begin logging their reading at home. These are checked every Friday. Next week, children will be given a school reading book. 

We are wishing the best of luck to anyone sitting a test this weekend. We know you will shine your light brightly and try your best! 

Have a restful weekend, 

Mrs Rayburn