Year 6 Year 6 2015-2016

Meet The Year 6 Team

Miss PavardMr ScuttMiss WrightWe are also very fortunate to have volunteer helpers too.

Your Child’s Day8:45 – Register/ Early Morning Activities9:00 – Spelling9:30 – English10:25 – Break10:40 – Mathematics11:40 – Guided Reading12:00 – Lunch1:00 – Creative Curriculum / Science2:05 – Break (flexible and if appropriate)2:20 – Creative Curriculum 3:00 – Class Assembly Time3:15 – Home

Good timekeeping and attendance are essential Let’s make every minute count!

EquipmentAll resources in the rooms are organised to promote

independence.All children in KS1 and KS2 are provided with a pencil

case. The school provides each child with a set of

standardised equipment (pencil cases and contents) which they are expected to take responsibility for.

Pencil cases are stored in school.

CurriculumEnglish – covers reading and writing across a range of genres. Speaking and listening/drama activities are also incorporated.Guided Reading – Daily reading activities which include guided group/ independent learning.Mathematics – covers shape, space, measures, data handling along with number and calculation skills.Maths Passports – emphasis on recall of basic number skills.Creative Curriculum – topic based learning using key skills incorporating Science, History, Geography and ArtMusic – is taught by the Music teacherModern Foreign Languages – FrenchP.E. – dance, gymnastics, games, athleticsComputing – laptops and computers in classrooms for group research, word processing, art, e-mails, etc.R.E. - focusing on a range of cultures and celebrations.SMSC – Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development equips children to be thoughtful, caring and active citizens in school and in wider society. British Values runs throughout the school’s curriculum.

ReadingEach child will read with an adult in a group at least once a week.The book read at school will go home for your child to share with you.All books should be brought to school every day so progress can be monitored.Please sign your child’s planner when you have read at home with them. Home School Planners contain a lot of useful information.(£5 replacement cost)

HomeworkGiven out once a week (Thursday)Supports class learningParental support encouragedWeekly spellings to learn (Tuesday)Mathematics – passports / times tables ‘Talking homework’ – discussionChildren rewarded in school for completing

homework and showing effort in weekly spellings

Creative CurriculumAs of September 2014, the government introduced a new curriculum. This means that the content for some of the subjects has changed. At Norton Canes Primary Academy, we believe it is essential to inspire and motivate children through a thematic based approach.

We have devised a two year rolling programme, so that children in KS2 do not repeat topics. There are some exciting new topics coming over the next two years as well as some ‘flash’ topics. These are topics that will not be covered all the time, but rather because of something relevant at the time (World Cups, Olympics, lunar eclipse).

The overview of the topics is on the school’s website. We begin each unit with a ‘Stunning Start’, to foster enthusiasm and harnessing existing knowledge. During the topic, there will be a ‘Marvellous Middle’, to review the learning. At the end, there will be an ‘Fantastic Finish’ to sum up the learning. We aim to invite parents to one of these sessions.

Creative Curriculum OverviewAutumn 1

Autumn 2

Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1

Summer 2

Eureka! Britain at War (WW2)

Disaster Strikes!

Dragonology

Ancient Greeks

Lights,Camera, Action!

We are planning the following trips and events this year….Year 6 ResidentialFun and Games trips after SATs

The whole school panto trip is 11th December 2015 (approx. cost £15)Please check the school newsletter (add your details to our home page so it is emailed to you each week) and half termly curriculum newsletters for dates.A payment card is available from the Office to help to spread the cost of payment.

P.E. days are Wednesday and FridayPlease make sure any earrings are removed

on these days. P.E. kit is a white t-shirt, black shorts and

pumps.Kit stays in school until the end of each half

term..

AwardsAwards are given out each Friday in the Celebration assembly. Star writer, Headteacher award, Numeracy Passport Certificates and Merit Awards are given out each week. Star Writer’s writing is displayed on the board in Reception. You will be invited to attend the awards assembly through the text service. A week’s advance notice will be given.

Rewards

The school has an agreed uniform.Uniforms avoid parents being involved in unnecessary expense from children wanting to adhere to the latest fashions.

Our dress code consists of the following: -Boys- grey trousers, a white polo shirt, a royal blue jumper and comfortable non-slip black shoes which are easy to fasten, (e.g. Velcro). Shorts may be worn in warmer weather.Girls- grey skirt/trousers, a white polo shirt, a royal blue jumper/cardigan and sensible non-slip black shoes.A blue or lilac and white checked dress may also be worn in warmer weather.Plain black or white sandals can be worn with socks when the weather is warm.ENSURE EVERYTHING IS NAMED

Uniform

Home - School Agreement At Norton Canes Primary Academy, we recognise each child as an individual, and aim to give all children every opportunity to realise their full potential. We believe that a close partnership between the school, parents and the child is essential if we are to achieve this aim. We therefore ask all parents and children to sign up to our Home - School Agreement. The Responsibilities of the School At Norton Canes Primary Academy we will:

Provide a secure, happy and stimulating learning environment. Provide a broad and balanced curriculum which challenges your child to

reach their potential and fulfils the requirements of the National Curriculum. Encourage your child to show friendship and respect for others and to abide

by the school behaviour policy, ensuring a safe, caring environment for all. Keep you informed about your child’s progress and behaviour, as well as their

termly curriculum. Set regular and appropriate homework for your child. Make you feel welcome whenever you visit the school and respond to your

questions or concerns as quickly as possible. Allow children safe and secure use of the Internet through a combination of

site filtering, supervision and by fostering a responsible attitude in all pupils, in partnership with parents.

The Responsibilities of the Parents/Carers All parents/guardians will:

Accept the school’s aims and positively support the school. Ensure that your child attends school punctually every day during term time

at 8.45am, unless there is a good reason for absence (e.g. illness). Notify the school by letter or telephone in the event of absence. Support the school’s policies and guidelines on learning, behaviour and

uniform, both in school and at home. Attend parent/teacher meetings to discuss your child’s progress. Support your child with homework that is set, including reading. Keep us informed of where to contact you in case of emergency. Promptly inform the school of any concerns or problems that may affect your

child’s learning, behaviour or happiness at school. Support school in the teaching of safe and secure Internet use at home.

The Responsibility of the Child

I will try my best to: Do all classwork and homework as well as I can, asking questions when I don’t

understand. Be respectful towards others and behave in a safe and responsible way. Be kind, helpful and honest. Use the Internet safely as I have been taught in class.

Other things you need to know about Year 6…The tuck shop sells a range of healthy snacks and drinks from

15p upwards.If your child brings their own snack for playtime please ensure

that they are healthy, i.e. no sweets, crisps, fizzy drinks or chocolate bars.

Water bottles need to be in school daily and can only contain water.

Contact details – It is vital that the school has all your up to date contact details in case of an emergency and so we can text you information, please inform the office of any changes.

Applications for secondary school close at the end of October.

We are excited about the year ahead and will do all we can to ensure your child is given the support and opportunities to continue their personal development.

Thank you for your time!

If you have any messages, please inform the adult greeting the children in the morning and they will pass on your message.

Should you need to speak at any length please arrange this for the end of the day.If any issues arise over the year the first point of contact is the class teacher, then the phase leader (see the school’s website for further information.)Please ensure you sign up for the school newsletter through the school website (paper copies available from the office).