Class Teacher- Monday and Tuesday
Class Teacher- Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Class Teacher- Monday and Tuesday
Class Teacher- Thursday and Friday
Teaching Assistant
Monday - Friday
Teaching Assistant
Monday - Friday mornings
Spring Term Topics
History Topic Term 3 – The Romans
Throughout Term 3, we will be learning about the Romans through asking the question ‘Why did the Romans invade and settle in Britain?’ During this topic, focusing on British History, the children will investigate life in Ancient Rome, analyse the reasons for the Roman invasion of Britain, what made their army so successful and how the Celts responded. Finally, the children will learn about legacy of the Roman invasion in Britain and why it was so significant. The children will be pleased to show off some of their learning in our class assembly and will have the opportunity to handle artefacts and see real life mosaics when they take a trip to Fishbourne Roman Palace on 6th February.
Geography Topic Term 4 – Volcanoes
Next half term our topic is Geography based and we will be learning all about Volcanoes through asking the question: Why do people live near volcanoes? The children will learn about the structure of the Earth, including its four layers, and how mountains are formed, with examples of mountain ranges from around the world. Children will learn about different types of volcanoes, how they form, how they are classified, and the positive and negative effects of living near them, forming their own opinions about volcanic areas. The unit also covers earthquakes, focusing on their causes, where they occur, and the impacts they can have on communities. Finally, pupils will develop practical skills by observing, recording, mapping, and identifying different types of rocks and learning about their origins in our school grounds.
English
In English this term, our writing will be inspired by the book ‘Boudica’s Army (I was there)’ by Hilary Mckay. The children have been enjoying getting to know the different characters and creating profiles for them. We have been learning about using pronouns, adverbs and conjunctions and over the next two weeks will be writing explanation texts about Boudica’s rebellion when the Celts fought the Romans. We will also be learning how to write a playscript inspired by the book and turning a playscript based on the book into a narrative by learning how to write and punctuate dialogue.
Maths
In Maths this half term, we will be continuing to learn about multiplication and division. We will learn to use multiples of 10 when calculating, reason about multiplication and are learning to multiply a 2-digit number by a 1-digit number. The children will then practise linking multiplication and division and to divide a 2-digit number by a 1-digit number with and without remainders. Following this, we will move on to a new topic on length and perimeter. During Term 4, the children will work on fractions and learn about mass and capacity.
Please see the topic enquiry webs for further information about the subjects and topics covered this term.
Science:
In Science this term we will be studying the topic of Light. We will be learning about different light sources, why we need light to see, how light is reflected and how shadows are formed. Children will learn scientific vocabulary and conduct a variety of experiments and investigations to develop their knowledge and scientific skills.
DT
In DT we will be exploring building Roman Chariots . The children will be learning more about the how to incorporate mechanisms, such as axles, into their designs.
Art
In Art we will be learning about the work of Edvard Munch, exploring the materials and styling of Munch.
Key Information
The importance of homework and reading at home
Homework will continue to be set on a Friday with spelling tests the following Friday when we collect all homework in. In particular, practising spellings, times tables, and reading at home plays a vital role in your child’s learning and confidence in school. Regular reading helps develop vocabulary, comprehension, and a love of books, while secure knowledge of spellings supports writing across all subjects. Learning times tables builds strong number fluency, making maths lessons easier and more enjoyable. Short, frequent practice at home can make a big difference in all these areas and your support with this is greatly appreciated.
Reading – we expect children to read every day and update their reading record at least 3 times a week to say what they have read and when. Please could parents sign their reading records at least once a week. Children will need to bring their reading book and reading record to and from school every day.
PE – PE will take place on Wednesdays and Fridays. Please ensure your child comes to school wearing the correct PE kit on these days. As always, long hair must be tied up and earrings to be taped or removed on the day of PE, along with removing any jewelry or watches. This term, the PE is Gymnastics.
General reminders:
Please ensure your child brings their reading record and reading book to school each day.
Please ensure your child has a water bottle each day.
Fruit is not provided in KS2 so please ensure you child brings a healthy snack to school if they require one in the mornings (no food containing nuts).