In English, Year 6 pupils will study Rose Blanche, a moving story of a girl’s life at the outbreak of the Second World War, written by Robert Innocenti and illustrated by Ian McEwan. Using the book as a stimulus, pupils will develop creative responses to the text through role play and discussion, while exploring its structure, language features and effective use of vocabulary. They will develop their skills in creating character and setting descriptions and learn how to write effectively to recount and inform. These skills will culminate in two written outcomes: a diary and a bravery award speech.
In Maths, we will continue to use our Power Maths scheme of work. Year 6 pupils will read, write and compare 6-digit numbers and know what each digit represents; round any whole number to a required degree of accuracy; use negative numbers in context and calculate intervals across zero; solve addition and subtraction multistep problems in context; multiply and divide multi-digit numbers by a two digit number; identify common factors, common multiples and prime numbers; recognise and use square numbers and cube numbers; use order of operations to carry out calculations and perform mental calculations with mixed operations and large numbers. Children will also spend time each day, developing their fluency of multiplication and key mathematical concepts.
In Science, children will learn about light and that we see things because light travels from light sources to our eyes, or from light sources to objects and then to our eyes. They will discover that shiny or reflective surfaces alter the direction in which light travels. Children will have the opportunity to solve problems related to everyday life about how light travels and how we see. Children will also investigate and explain the shapes of shadows, and relate this to light travelling in straight lines. Children will deepen their understanding of working scientifically and will have the opportunity to plan and carry out investigations around light. This will include making a working periscope and observing how the length of shadows can be manipulated.
In Art, children will continue to build up on their knowledge and understanding of the’ Seven Elements of Art’: Colour, Tone, Line, Space, Shape, Texture and Form.
In Geography, Year 6 will be looking at the country of Mexico, one of the World’s most vibrant. The children will begin by using world maps, atlases and digital mapping to locate Mexico in relation to the equator and surrounding countries. They will then learn how to identify and describe aspects of human and physical geography. Our pupils will use the eight points of a compass, grid references and keys to build their knowledge of the wider world and they will develop their understanding of the geographical similarities and differences between Mexico and their own location.
In History, Year 6 will be studying the ancient history of Mexico through our unit ‘Hola Mexico’. During this term, the children will be learning about the ancient Maya civilisation and their culture, beliefs and curious rituals. They will be exploring the ancient Maya way of life and developing their understanding of the way this historical period was ruled, as well as some of the significant achievements they accomplished. The children will have the opportunity to visit Cadbury’s World to explore why the cacao bean was so important in this culture.
In PSHE, children will reflect on the year ahead through our ‘Being Me in My World’ unit. They will share their goals, worries and fears while exploring how everyone can feel welcome and valued.
They will learn about being a global citizen, children’s rights, wants and needs, and how their choices can affect others locally and around the world. Children will also explore rights, responsibilities, rewards and consequences, and work together to create shared expectations for safe and positive behaviour.
They will develop an understanding of democracy, positive choices and teamwork, contributing to our Learning Charter.
In RE, Year 6 will be completing a philosophy unit of work investigating: Are science and religion in conflict when it comes to creation?
The children will be given the opportunity to investigate a key idea each week: What types of sources inform people’s beliefs and the origins of the universe? How the genesis story in the bible influences Christian’s views on creation? What do scientists with religious beliefs say about creation and the origins of the universe? Do science and religion answer all the questions we have about creation and the origins of the universe? Are science and religion in conflict when it comes to creation and the origins of the universe?
In PE, the children will be developing a multitude of skills that can be transferred across a variety of sports. They will focus on hand-eye coordination, agility, pace, stamina and aim. The children will be completing a variety of activities each week and will then create their own activity to promote one of the learnt skills.
In their second PE lesson, the children will be learning about the sport of Handball in their PE lessons. They will develop their passing, improve their shooting and learn about movement in the game when they take part in a variety of activities. The children will also learn how to implement basic attacking and defending tactics.
In Computing, children will learn how to stay safe and responsible online, including understanding online risks, cyberbullying, consent, digital reputation, privacy and scams. They will develop strategies for keeping accounts secure through strong passwords, two-factor authentication and software updates, as well as knowing how to report concerns and save evidence of online bullying. We will also revisit our Computing Intent and explore a range of exciting careers in Computing and technology.
In French, the children will be studying the unit ‘In my French House’ which will include understanding the French words for different types of houses and their rooms. They will label things in a bedroom and use the related vocabulary in simple sentences as well as using prepositions accurately, both verbally and in written sentences.
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