Year 6 Parent Curriculum Miss Felton Aims of

Year 6 Parent Curriculum Miss Felton

Aims of the presentation � To outline the new expectations of your child in the core subjects � To outline the end of key stage 2 assessments � To explain homework expectations explain how you can support your child at home

Overview of learning this year � Reading, writing, maths and science have a particular focus as they are core subjects � Core subjects will be used in their learning in Foundation subjects to build on core skills as well as supporting learning in other subjects � Foundation subjects are covered through a scheme called Cornerstones

Writing � Writing is taught with some differences in year 6. It is not always taught as a stand alone subjects it is linked together. Foundation subjects will immerse pupils in their topic and then pupils will complete writing on this subject with a clear audience in mind. � We have found this to be very positive for pupils in the past. � Particular � Writing genres focuses on creativity and independence. skills will be taught through a range of Showing their best in every piece of writing.

Writing � Pupils are taught the skills and language needed � They are also taught how to create strong and interesting pieces for different genres � Pupils are shown well written examples to get ideas and learn about what they are aiming for � Pupils then have chance to practise their skills before writing a full piece about a topic they already know about

Maths – Abacus Scheme � As a school, we are continuing use the abacus scheme which covers year 6 knowledge and also recaps on previous learning which happened in years 3 -5 as this will give them a rounded knowledge and application of primary maths. � Practical and realistic approach to some lessons – children understand the reasons why they are learning those skills – NOT JUST FOR TESTS � Times tables are very important to many areas of maths and are practised daily through times tables rockstars.

Maths – Abacus Scheme � � Children are first taught or revise a skill before completing tasks to show whether they need support, more practise or to move on. Children apply the skill in the lesson and show reasoning in their answers. When children are showing a solid understanding they are moved on to a challenge: applying the learning to new contexts and situations. Work is assessed at the end of the lesson so pupils understand what is needed next in their learning. Support is provided to those in need to increase their understanding and enable them to progress.

Maths – Times Tables Rockstar � � Four days a week children are tested on selected times tables in class. They have 3 minutes to complete 60 questions, the style of question changes each day. One day a week they have an extended TTR session where they are able to access the games to improve their accuracy and consistency. Children should be playing at home regularly. There will be a reward system in celebration assemblies for those that reach didn’t levels of times table rockstar. All logins are stuck in reading logs and are the same as their Accelerated Reader log in.

Reading � Pupils learn about the main question types and how to effectively answer them. � Time is also spent working on fluency and vocabulary each week. � Knowledge of language is a key skill in year 6 and reading regularly is an essential part of developing this. � There a lot of links between them understanding their reading and improving their writing. As well as developing their knowledge in other subjects from better understanding what they read. � It is so important that they read at home!

Accelerated Reader � This scheme is continuing and has so far raised the enjoyment for reading with many students � Children took a baseline assessment at start of year to identify their reading book range � After a child has read a book, they take a quiz which gives them a percentage of correct answers and points. 80% is a pass. � If a child receives 100% they receive a raffle ticket to go in a prize draw termly. � Dedicated ‘DEAR’ time given daily.

Assessment for Learning � Assessments in all core subjects will be used regularly to inform us about what is needed to support each child to progress in the next area of our learning. � What we cover and how we cover it will change depending on the needs of each child. � Teachers, groupings, content and strategies can all be used differently

Assessment for Learning � These assessments happen in the same routine as SATs to get children used to how they work. � They are an expression of their best work � Helps � “SATs to reassure pupils about the experience was just like any other testing week. ” � “It was a really fun week, I would do it again!”

Cornerstones curriculum � This is a project-based approach which encompasses all foundation subjects. � Each project has a subject as a main focus but all other subjects are included in the projects too. � All subjects are linked by a common theme which allows for learning to be revisited and extended

Cornerstones curriculum � The projects we have decided for year 6 this year are: Blood Heart (Science) Revolution (History) A Child’s War (History) Darwin’s Delights (Science) Gallery Rebels (Art)

Support in school � Class Teachers � Miss Chaggar providing strong support both in class and with small groups. � Miss Holdsworth (until October) � Mrs Bradfield � Mrs Robinson � Mrs Fitzsimons � And so many others…

End of Key Stage 2 Assessments � The key stage 2 tests are timetabled from Monday 10 th May to Thursday 13 th May 2021. � Children will sit tests for: SPa. G (1 spelling test and 1 punctuation and grammar test) Reading (1 paper) Maths (1 arithmetic and 2 reasoning papers) � When children are sitting tests during the year they will be doing so in the same order � Writing is teacher assessed and children will be completing writing assessments at the end of each unit (roughly every 3 weeks).

End of Key Stage 2 Assessments � Children are now assessed as either working at the expected standard or working towards the expected standard. � There is also a greater depth standard for children who score higher in the assessments. � We will hold provide more information regarding SATs nearer the time.

Homework � CGP books (SPa. G, Comprehension and Maths) Each week, the children will be asked to complete 2 pages of homework (1 page from 2 of the above books on a rota). � Homework sent home on Friday and is to be completed in the books then returned to school by Tuesday each week. � This is an essential part of their learning and prepares them for secondary school deadlines � Please complete this homework alongside reading 3 times a week noting in learning logs where possible. � Learning logs are looked at by teachers every Friday.

Learning and Behaviour Expectations � Independent � Try learning their best always � Challenge � Work with adults positively to progress � Respect � Sensible � Work themselves all adults in the school and kind when around the school as a team

Year 6 � As they are now top of the school we are really looking for children to be responsible and independent more and more. � Being on time, keeping to deadlines, having resources ready, starting without reminders, being role models - maturity and independence

Support at home �Completing �Mental homework on time maths eg. add 10, subtract 21, times tables �Reading at home regularly �Spelling lists �Weekly spellings

Helpful Resources � https: //nrich. maths. org/primary-upper � http: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesize/ks 2/ � http: //www. bbc. co. uk/skillswise/english � http: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesize/ks 2/maths/ � https: //www. sats-papers. co. uk/ks 2 -sats- papers (past SATs papers)

Keeping safe online � Screen � Age time appropriate apps � Reporting uncomfortable or upsetting content � https: //www. thinkuknow. co. uk/ � https: //www. saferinternet. org. uk/