R.E

Our topic is 'Dialogue and Encounter.' We will study the Jewish faith and make links with our own. It is incredibly important for the children to know about and show respect for all beliefs. Throughout our learning we will make links with the Christian faith.

We will continue to pray and worship daily. This will be led by staff and the children.

English

Our English work will focus on a unit based around the brilliant book Goodnight Mister Tom.

Our grammar work will focus on revising key terminology from Year 5.

Weekly spellings and activities will continue with a test each Friday.

The children will apply their writing skills to complete written tasks including diaries and stories. We will focus in particular on detailed setting and character description.

We will also continue to read and study our class book, 'Holes' by Louis Sachar.

Please encourage your children to continue to read at least three times per week and sign their diary.

Mathematics

This half term we will complete our final topics on number and shape. We will also consolidate our learning from Year 5. This will include revision of the broad topics of:

-Number

-Geometry

-Measurement

-Statistics

Throughout our learning, we will continue to develop and improve our ability to problem solve and explain our reasoning.

In addition, we will continue to practise basic arithmetic working for speed and accuracy.

Science

In Science, we will learn all about Earth and Space. This is a brilliant topic and will build upon our Rossall trip.

The children will also revise some of the key learning covered during the Year 5 curriculum.

Mrs Donnelly will teach this on a Friday morning. 

P.E

This half term we will focus on team problem solving and rounders. We will also prepare for our rearranged sports afternoon. 

History

In History we will learn about a range of ancient civilisations. We will learn about and compare advancements in mathematics, engineering, medicine, astronomy and writing. The children will work in groups using a variety of primary and secondary sources to learn about the past.

Music

We will study a unit based around Hip Hop...

Hip Hop emerged in the Bronx, New York, during the 1970s, reshaping popular music and cultural expression. More than just a genre, it became a powerful voice for the youth, reflecting their realities, struggles, and aspirations. Hip Hop isn’t just about beats and lyrics—it’s deeply connected to DJing, street dancing (like breakdancing), and graffiti art, forming a movement that has influenced fashion, language, and global music trends. Its roots lie in creativity, self-expression, and storytelling, making it one of the most dynamic and evolving art forms today.

In addition, the children will learn and rehearse the songs for the KS2 musical.

Latin

The children will continue to learn Latin in school. This is an incredibly useful skill with so many languages being derived from Latin.

Mrs Donnelly will also be working on a Latin play with the children. More details to follow...

Design and Technology

This half term the children will be introduced to electronic monitoring and control systems.  This is an exciting topic allowing the children to be creative and collaborative. We will cover the following objectives:

Computing

We will complete our programming work during this final half term.

PSHE

We will complete our work on Relationships and Health Education. Full details of the programme are available at:

www.tentenresources.co.uk/parent-portal

School Username: st-johns-fy6

School Password: john-6

I look forward to supporting and guiding the children in this very busy term. As always, if you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Mr McGrath

p.mcgrath@poulton-st-johns.lancs.sch.uk