Curriculum Overview
Summer
Literacy: This half-term we will be focusing an Francesca Sanna's 'The Journey' which will invite our children to use their imaginations and explore how life can be for a refugee. This will be followed with a unit of work based on Shakespeare's Macbeth.
Maths – We will start the new term by reviewing multiplication and division before moving to shape. For the rest of the year, we will be looking at decimals, negative numbers, converting units and volume.
Science – During this term we will be exploring animals including humans. This will look at the human life cycle, focusing on each stage of life. Then we will move on to the 'Journey of life'. We will be finding out about plant reproduction, the life cycle of amphibians and insects and how to classify animals by looking at their distinguishing features.
History/Geography – We have finished our learning about the Saxons and Vikings and will now move onto a geography unit on Mexico. After this, we will finish the year with a deeper dive into the history of the Mayans.
Art/DT - This term we will be doing an exciting food technology unit which will have us visiting the kitchen lots to create traditional Mexican recipes. This will be followed by creating a Bayeux tapestry unit in art.
PE – PE will continue with both classes having PE on Wednesdays and Fridays. Lily class will have their final swimming lessons then return to Wednesday PE. This term the PE focus will be on athletics as we gear up for the NPSA City Sports in June. We will also be taking part in cricket and outdoor adventurous activities (OAA). Please ensure your child has the correct and appropriate clothing for these sessions.
