8.11.24

 Year 6,

What a first week back! I saw a number of you on Saturday and thank you for your support with the fireworks event. Thinking about the usual week you have covered a lot. In English, you have begun working on The Promise (making promises of your own, considering verbs and nouns, and writing diary entries). In maths, you have been finding equivalent fractions and comparing and ordering them. In science, you formed field guides on the ground of Little Heath using classification. In RE, you looked for symbolism in the exterior of Buddhist temples.

Next week, you will continue to work on ‘The Promise’ in English and will be calculating with fractions in maths. In RE, you will look at symbolism in the interior of Buddhist temples. It is also Anti-Bullying Week next week so we will be working on that too.

This week your home learning pages are:

-        Maths – 7 and 25

-        Grammar – 6 and 7

 

Linking with PSHE and online safety, please share the below message with your parents as we are aware of lots of people enjoying online games.

I wanted to reach out regarding online gaming, as I know it’s a popular activity for many children in our class. Some of the games they’re enjoying, like Fortnite, are actually designed for older players (aged 13+). Others, like Roblox, are widely used by this age group but also include online interaction features.

While these games can be a great way for children to unwind and connect with friends, they do present a risk of young people talking to strangers, which can sometimes lead to language or content that isn’t ideal for their age. Playing these games frequently or for long stretches can also sometimes make it challenging for pupils to stay focused on schoolwork and other activities.

To help ensure a safe and balanced experience with online games, I recommend taking a look at the games your child plays and making sure they’re appropriate for their age. Most devices—whether phones, tablets, or gaming consoles—include options to manage safety settings, such as limiting chat features, setting time limits, and controlling in-game purchases.

As children grow older, they will naturally gain access to a wider range of platforms, each with its own set of challenges. Social media, streaming services, and more complex games often include online interactions, so staying vigilant as your child explores these new spaces is essential.

Thank you very much for your support in this area. If you have any questions or would like guidance on setting up these controls, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

 

Reminders

 You have PE on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday so make sure you have your kits in on these days.

Next week, flu vaccines are happening for those registered. Adults can still register you. Remember that it is just a quick spray up the nose, no needles needed. 

  You should be:

 -        Reading 5 times a week and completing a reading journal activity once a week

 -        Practising spellings each week between the pre-test and test; writing spellings at least 5 times and writing them into sentences in your Home Learning Journal (set on Monday and completed for Friday)

 -        Completing the piece of English and piece of Maths set each week (set on Wednesday and completed for Monday)

 -        Practising maths on Sumdog (there is a competition on NOW!)

Have a lovely, restful break and see you all when we return.

 

Mrs Cresswell 😊