Welcome to Year 5 Autumn 1

Staff:

Mrs Abbass – Class Teacher

Mrs Howarth – Class Teacher

Mr Smith - TA

In our first half-term of Year 5, we will look at the movement of Earth and other planets in relation to the sun, along with the movement of the moon in relation to Earth. We will acknowledge the sun, Earth and moon as spherical bodies, whilst understanding the rotation of Earth allows for night and day. We will recognise that the sun is a star at the centre of our solar system and within it there are 8 planets (Pluto was reclassified as a ‘dwarf planet’). We will also develop our oracy as we find out about scientists who ‘made history’ such as Ptolemy, Alhazen and Copernicus on our learning journey.

Music

We are delighted that Tameside Music Service will be working with Year 5 this half term to teach the children how to play the ukulele .

Through these exciting lessons, children will:

• Learn how to hold and play correctly.
• Develop their listening and performance skills.
• Begin to read simple musical notation.
• Practise playing simple tunes and songs.
• Develop their understanding of pulse, rhythm and pitch.
• Build confidence performing as part of a group.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the children to begin learning a musical instrument whilst developing the skills needed to read music and perform together.

Homework:

Homework is a key aspect of a pupil’s learning as it helps reinforce understanding from the day’s lessons.

Walking Home:

Children in Upper KS2 are allowed to walk home by themselves with parent/guardian permission which must be given via a completed form. Please complete the online form should you wish to allow your child to walk home by themselves. However, if you usually pick up your child and the usual pick up routine has changed - for example, a friend or relative is collecting them, please inform the office.

PE

This half term, the children will need to bring their full P.E kit on a MONDAY for their PE sessions. It is helpful if kits remain in school throughout the week in case we need to reschedule and for after school clubs.

We are looking forward to a fantastic first half term full of learning and new experiences. Thank you for your continued support and we can't wait to see all the wonderful progress the children make in year 5.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns at any time, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Mrs Abbass & Mrs Howarth