Oaks

There are two members of staff in Oaks this year. Mr Sanderson the class teacher and Mrs Breckwoldt is the Teaching Assistant.

Welcome to  Oaks Class, a wonderful mix of Year 5 & Year 6 children.

It has been wonderful to see how well the children have settled into the school year. We are incredibly proud of the progress they have made so far and are eager to dive into a brand-new term of discovery.

The Autumn term was filled with highlights, from our invaluable trip to Crucial Crew and our weekly
swimming sessions to the many creative successes in the classroom. We particularly enjoyed our time in the
spotlight during the Friday celebration assemblies, where we shared our intricate clay sculptures and
performed our acrostic poems for the whole school. It was a successful first term for Oaks, especially as we were named ‘Class of the Week’ on two separate occasions. 


The lead-up to Christmas was equally memorable; the children showed great focus while crafting stained-
glass window cards, worked collaboratively on a 1000-piece jigsaw, and demonstrated excellent
sportsmanship in a very competitive chess tournament. We look forward to building on this fantastic
momentum throughout the Spring term.

 

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English

This term, our writing is inspired by the gripping desert island adventure Kensuke’s Kingdom. We will
begin by developing our formal voice, crafting persuasive letters that focus on high-level vocabulary, flattery and rhetorical devices.
Moving later into the term, our writing will take a journey into the rainforests as we link our English to our
History and Geography topics: Mesoamerica and the Maya. Children will write fictional narratives, focusing
specifically on:

  • Rich setting descriptions to transport the reader to the heart of the jungle.
  • Building tension though varied sentence structures and atmospheric language.


We will also continue to work hard to learn and apply key spelling rules, learn CEWs and have regular
punctuation and grammar sessions to secure our understanding.

Maths

We continue to follow the White Rose scheme of learning. This term, we are focusing on deepening our
understanding of:

  • Multiplication and Division: Applying formal written methods to larger numbers.
  • Length and Perimeter: Measuring accurately and calculating the boundary of complex shapes.
  • Fractions: Building fluency in comparing, ordering and calculating with parts of a whole.
  • Mass & Capacity: Estimating and measuring weights and volumes

Throughout these units, we will have a heavy focus on reasoning and problem-solving, encouraging
children to explain their mathematical thinking with confidence. There will of course be a citnued focus on
the learning of key facts for each of the four operations. We will also revisit and revise previous topics
through daily starter activities and our use of Mathletics.

Science

In Science, we are investigating the properties of materials. Following the National Curriculum, the children
will:

  • Compare and group materials togethers, according to whether they are solids, liquids or gases.
  • Observe that some materials change state when they are heated or cooled, and measure or research the temperature at which this happens in degrees celsius.
  • Identify the part played by evaporation and condensation in the water cycle and associate the rate of evaporation with temperature.
  • Explore reversible changes, such as dissolving and mixing, and understand how these processes can be undone.

History & Geography

History: We will study the Ancient Maya civilisation, examining their societal structures, location,
and beliefs. We will use historical evidence to make predictions and compare their timeline to what
was happening in Britain at the same time (the Anglo-Saxon and Viking era).

Geography: We will explore the diverse landscapes of North and South America, linking our
findings back to physical and human geographical features. We will make comparisons across these
two continents.

Art

Art: We are studying the artist Joaquín Torres-García. The children will learn about his unique “Constructive Universalism” style, creating their own pieces using different media and exploring
how symbols can tell a story.

Computing

We are heading into the digital world of 3D Modelling. Using Minecraft, the children
will learn to plan and build complex structures in a virtual space. We will also revisit Online Safety
to ensure we remain responsible digital citizens.

RE

In RE, we will be exploring Jesus’ teachings and how his messages continue to influence the
modern world. We will look closely at Christian values—such as compassion, forgiveness, and
justice—and discuss how these are put into practice by individuals and communities today.

PE

We have an exciting PE schedule this term!

  • Gymnastics: Focusing on core strength, balance and sequence building.
  • Cricket: We are lucky to have a specialist coach from Cheshire Cricket leading our sessions, helping the children develop their bowling, batting and fielding skills.

PE Days: Please ensure your child brings their correct kit on Thursdays & Fridays.

Home Learning

We expect every child to read at home at least three times each week. Regular reading builds the confidence
and fluency needed for the exciting step up to high school. Please also continue to use Times Tables
Rockstars and Mathletics to support our work in class.

 

We expect every child to read at home at least three times a week. Regular reading builds confidence, fluency, and a lifelong love of books.

Were really looking forward to an exciting, creative and successful term in Oaks class!

We’ve got a lot of learning to look forward to and we will have fun whilst we are learning