Reading into Writing – We will be studying the book  ‘A Christmas Carol’.  Children will look at the themes and characters of the book and answer questions based on these. We will be answering questions based on retrieval, inference, prediction and vocabulary. Children will build up their comprehension, retrieval and inference skills in these lessons.

 

   Writing –  In English this term, we are studying the classic 'A Christmas Carol' by Charles Dickens. We will be looking at the character of Scrooge and studying his character flaws. We will write a character and setting description of Scrooge and the streets of London.  After this, we will be writing a biography or Charles Dickens and his life.

 

   Maths – In Maths we are focusing on multiplying and dividing numbers by 2 and 3 digits, solving word problems and finding common factors, multiples and prime numbers. We will also begin to look at fractions and decimals. Children will continue to practise their arithmetic skills through mental maths and using ‘fluent in 5’ every day, with a focus on times tables, addition and subtraction, etc. It is important that the children know all of their times tables as this will help them in all lessons.

KIRF: I can convert between fractions, decimals and percentages.

 

 

Religious Education (R.E.) – In RE this term, we are looking at: Branch 2 – Prophecy and Promise

We will learn about God giving us strong women to help his people and fulfil his promises. We will look at women in the Old Testament and how they follow God’s plan. We will also look into Mary’s story and how she is the mother of God. From this, we will explore the Magnificat in more detail.

 

  Spelling, Punctuation & Grammar -

 

Spellings

We will have a spelling test on a Friday.

The spellings for each week will be glued in your child’s planner.

 

Mental Maths – Mental maths will be taught through the use of mental maths sessions, daily use of Fluent in 5 and LBQ sessions where the children will focus on arithmetic style questions.

 

History – In History this term, we are learning all about Crime and Punishment and looking at how crime and punishment has changed throughout the ages to the modern day today. We will be looking and discussing at different methods of crime, how the legal system came into action, look at a modern court today and why crime and punishment in so important in society.

 

   Science  –Changing circuits

This unit explores how circuit components like lamps and buzzers function, including the effect of cell number and voltage. It covers using symbols in circuit diagrams, planning scientific enquiries, taking precise measurements, recording data, and presenting findings with evidence and conclusions.

 

   Computing – In Computing this term, we will be focusing on Creating media – Web page creation.

This unit introduces learners to the creation of websites for a chosen purpose. Learners identify what makes a good web page and use this information to design and evaluate their own website using Google Sites. Throughout the process learners pay specific attention to copyright and fair use of media, the aesthetics of the site, and navigation paths.

 

   French – This term, the children will be learning about different rooms within the house and applying this knowledge to write about the rooms in their own house in French.

 

Personal, Social & Health Education (PSHE) –

• Remembrance Day
• Calming the Storm
• Anti-Bullying week
•  Gifts and Talents
•  Girls’ Bodies 
• Boys’ Bodies 
• Christmas Culture Day

Art / DT – In DT this half term, the children will be making a shopping bag for a grandparent to take shopping with them. The children will design the product using a computer based design, plan and design a suitable product for their user. They will then make and sew their material together to make a finished product. Children will evaluate their product and discuss  environmental issues relating to the wastage of materials, when

selecting materials and during designing and making.

 

 

   Physical Education (P.E.) – In PE this half term, the children will be focusing on gymnastics and hockey. We will be recapping basic skills such as passing, dribbling and shooting. In gymnastics, children will be learning different movements and stretches.

Children will need their PE kit in school on Tuesday and Thursday.

 

Music – In Music this half term, the children will be focusing on Keyboard skills and other instrumental skills developed. They will begin to play with both hands. Also a full drum kit (including feet pedals) will be used to create rhythmic variation.  

 

Important dates in Autumn 2:

• Tuesday 3^rd November – Year 6 at Mass
• Thursday 5th November - Year 6 Maths ‘Learn with Me’ for parents - 9am
• Tuesday 10th November – Year 6 Animals in WW2 – Blue cross Zoom for children -  1.30pm
• Tuesday 10th November – Confirmation Workshop for children & parents at HTB 4pm.
• Wednesday 11th November – Remembrance day prayer service led by liturgy leaders at 10.50am
• Thursday 12th November – Individual & sibling photographs
• Monday 16th November – Odd sock day
• Monday 16th November- Walsall FC schools tournament
• Saturday 28th November – Christmas Fair at STM – St Joseph’s school, St Joseph’s church & STM.
• Sunday 29th November – Sacramental Commitment Mass at SJW at 11.30am
• Monday 30^th November  –Celebration of the Word – St Andrew’s House
• Wednesday 2nd December –Year 1 – 6  Treasure Island Pantomime
• Thursday 3rd December - Advent Stay & Pray  2.45pm Y5 & 6
• Wednesday 9th December -  Whole school Advent Mass at 2.15pm
• Saturday 12th December – 4pm at St Joseph’s Darlaston – Bambinelli Sunday Mass
• Monday 14th December – KS2 Carol Service rehearsal in church (pm)
• Tuesday 15th December – KS2 Carol Service in church for Parents - 2pm
• Wednesday 16th December – Christmas jumpers & Christmas dinner
• Thursday 17th December – Christmas craft morning. Christmas party afternoon.
• Friday 18th December – Christmas Culture Day
• Friday 18th December – Break up