Class Teacher: Miss Launder

Teaching Assistant: Miss Knights

Hello everyone and welcome to Sequoia Class.  Miss Launder is the class teacher, supported by Miss Knights.

We hope you have had a fantastic Easter break.  We are very much looking forward to the term ahead and have lots of exciting things planned for your children.  They will embark on new challenges, be given fantastic opportunities and have fun whilst doing so. 

English

Throughout the course of the term, the children are going to be given both modelled and independent writing opportunities, using the text, 'The Lion and Albert'.  This unit will allow the children the opportunity to write first-person perspectives through diary entries and short flashback stories, email letters, adverts and reviews.   

Maths

This term, we will continue studying perimeter, area and volume before moving onto geometry.  

Multiplication is a pivotal part of Maths and underpins so many aspects of the curriculum throughout our school.  All children should be confident in their times tables by the end of Year 4 although of course, it is understandable this may not be the case for all children. Therefore, we would ask that children continually practise times tables regularly to increase their confidence.

There will also be a focus on SATS practice.  Please note that SATS will take place the week commencing the 13th May 2024.  Details will be sent out in due course. 

Our SATS booster groups will also continue to take place each Tuesday morning at 8am and Wednesday afternoon at 3.25pm.

Geography - Extreme Earth

In our Geography topic this term, we will be studying the wilder side of the world.  In a series of lessons, across a range of subjects, we will explore the Earth's greatest natural disasters and extreme weather phenomena; from raging tropical storms and violent erupting volcanoes to terrifying towering tsunamis.

Science

We will be studying light in Science.  It seems that a crime has been committed and the UK Crime Lab needs a team to analyse its evidence against six suspects.  The children will need a team with mathematical prowess and a scientific line of attack. Could the children be the team to tackle the mystery of the West Hollow High School laptop thief?

Guided Reading

At Water School, we have a love of books and a passion for reading.  In our whole class reading sessions this term, we will be studying the fantastic novel, 'The Nowhere Emporium' by Ross Mackenzie.  This story is based on a world of magic and enchantment, which we know the children will very much enjoy. 

PE

This term, our PE day will continue to take place each Monday.  Please can children come to school in their PE kit as usual.  

Swimming

Year 6 will also be going swimming this term.  This will take place each Thursday afternoon.

SAT Practice

Please note that we have now subscribed to SATS Companion and each child has their own login.  Tasks will be set each week relating to reading, Maths and spelling.  This is a fantastic app and will help the children significantly in preparation for their SATS in May.   

Readers

In Sequoia Class, we understand the importance of reading and expect children to read for at least 10/15 minutes each night.  It is extremely important that we focus on the skill of sustained reading, rather than just reading a few pages a night.  This will help children in all areas of their learning and make them much more independent.   

Snacks

If you would like to buy a healthy snack for your child to have at breaktime, it is £1 per week.  This can be paid via Parent Pay each half-term.  A reminder will be sent out via text.  Alternatively, children are more than welcome to bring their own healthy snack to school. 

A note from Miss Launder

I am so excited to be part of your child's journey as they progress through 

Year 6. 

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school office.

Thank you so much for your continued support and I very much look forward to working with you and seeing you all in the new term.

Many thanks 

Miss Launder