Oaks
A huge welcome back to Oaks Class! Mr Sanderson and Mrs Meaney have loved seeing all the children return with such enthusiasm. Everyone has settled in amazingly well, and we are looking forward to a wonderful term together.
Topic & Humanities
Our overarching topic this term is “Coming to the UK,” which we will explore across multiple subjects. This history-focused theme examines migration throughout time, helping the children understand how the United Kingdom has provided a safe home for people from all over the world. Our geography learning will complement this as we map and track the journeys of migrants, focusing on a case study.
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English
Linked closely to our history topic, our English work will include rewriting a familiar narrative, composing acrostic poetry, and writing informal letters. We will also design our own mythical creatures, write museum placards, describe artefacts, and construct a set of instructions about how to capture and care for these creatures of
our own design. We will maintain a strong focus on spelling, punctuation, grammar, and handwriting throughout all tasks.
Maths
We follow the White Rose Maths scheme, beginning with a focus on Place Value and then moving to the four operations. Please continue to support your child with practising their times tables. You can access free home-learning resources at White Rose Education. Additionally, login details for Mathletics and TTRockstars can be found inside the front cover of your child’s reading record.
Science:
This term, the children will explore Earth’s place in the solar system, discover why the Sun is so vital, and investigate how shadows form. They will also learn about the basic components of the human eye.
Reading
Reading at home makes a huge difference! We expect all children to read or share a book with an adult regularly. Any child who reads at home at least 4 times a week will earn a Reading Raffle ticket for our termly prize draw. Thank you for supporting this vital habit.
Science
This term, the children will explore Earth’s place in the solar system, discover why the Sun is so vital, and investigate how shadows form. They will also learn about the basic components of the human eye.
Art
Taking inspiration from the fluid movements of migration, children will explore still life drawing and experiment with one-point perspective.
PHSE
Lessons will align with our school-wide focus on respect for one another and our wider community.
Religious Education (RE)
In RE, we will be exploring what matters most to Christians and Humanists. The children will look closely at the “Golden Rule”; across different belief systems, comparing how Christians and Humanists decide what is right and wrong. Through lively discussion, we will investigate the key similarities and differences in how these
two worldviews view morality, helping children reflect on their own values and how we treat others.
PE
PE sessions take place on Tuesday and Thursday. This term, Oaks will develop netball skills, focusing on attacking, defending, and finding space on the court. Please ensure your child has a full PE kit (including trainers) in school. Kits will be sent home at the end of each half-term. Swimming will take place on Thursday each week.
Get in Touch if you have any questions, please contact us by phone, email, or via a note in your child’s home–school diary, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.