Oak Class- Year 6
Welcome to our Year 6 Page!
This is your go-to space for important updates and key information to support your child through their final year at Eaves Primary School.
We are excited to work with your child and look forward to working closely with you to make Year 6 a positive, successful, and memorable year for every child.
From Mrs McCann (Oak Class Teacher)
What will my child be learning this first Autumn half term?
During this Autumn half term in Year 6, we will be engaging in a rich and varied curriculum across all subjects.
In English, our work is focused around the text 'One Day' by Michael Rosen, which follows Eugene and his father as they try and escape from the Nazis and Pitchipoi. This will link to our two writing outcomes where we will be creating a new diary entry from Eugene and writing a letter from Eugene from inside the camp.
Our class read for pleasure this term will be 'The Detention Detectives' by Lis Jardine.
Our SPaG lessons will focus on the use of semi colons to join two independent clauses together and the use of synonyms and antonyms in writing.
In Maths, our learning will centre around place value for numbers up to 10 million.
Science lessons will explore all things to do with living things and their habitats.
In History, we will be exploring WW2 and how it affected the lives of those living in Britain, in particular focus on the area of Liverpool and St. Helens.
Art lessons will be inspired by the work of John M Williams and Bill Brandt. We will be creating our own piece of wartime artwork.
In Spanish, we will be expanding our vocabulary related to ourselves, including being able to confidently describe our personality and appearance.
Religious Education will focus on Christianity.
During Computing, we will be using the program Scratch to code and create interactive games for others to play.
When will my child have PE?
PE will be on Monday and Thursday. The children will come dressed in their PE kits and trainers. Please see the website for correct uniform (https://www.eaves.st-helens.sch.uk/page/school-uniform/161792)
What homework will my child get?
Homework will rotate weekly between an English and Maths task.
Homework will be given out on a Friday and will need to be returned by the following Wednesday.
Homework is set regularly to support and reinforce learning in class and to help the children develop independence and good study habits. Children are expected to complete them carefully and hand them in on time, ensuring all work is neatly presented in either pen or pencil, depending on the task.
Why is reading so important?
Reading is important in Year 6 as it underpins learning across the whole curriculum. The importance of reading for children cannot be underestimated. Regular reading develops vocabulary, comprehension and inference skills, which are essential for lifelong learning, communication and social skills, and independence. It also supports writing by exposing pupils to a wide range of language structures and ideas, while building concentration, confidence and a lifelong enjoyment of books.
Throughout the week, the children are expected to read at least 4 times and record this within their Reading Diaries. This will then be checked and signed off by an adult within Year 6.
Useful Links
Year 5 and 6 spelling list
Year 6 recommended reading list
Year 6 reading list for children aged 10-11 | School Reading List
Year 6 practice SATs questions
Year 6 Timetable
Below is a typical weekly timetable for our Year 6 class; however, please note that lesson times and activities may vary from week to week to respond to curriculum needs and enrichment opportunities.
