Paradykes Primary School A Year in P6 Outline of P6 Learning Journey Aug-Dec Meet the Teacher 6th September Parent/Carer Meetings 10th and 12th October Enterprise – Nov/Dec for xmas fayre Natural disasters (local environment, landscape) Outdoor learning – land use, local environment, land formations Maths – Number, Time, Data Handling, Angle, Money Writing – newspaper articles, informal letters, persuasive writing Relationships, sexual health and parenthood JASS AWARD – outdoor focus and team building Outline of P6 Learning Journey Dec- Mar 1st December xmas art day 8th Dec xmas Fayre 6th and 8th March Scots Recitation (Burns) – Jan/Feb Book Month –March Space Topic JASS AWARD – Community Maths – Number, Measure, Shape Writing – creative writing, discursive, poetry Scotland Theme Outline of P6 Learning Journey Mar - Jun March – Boo k Month Fun Day 1st June Celebration of Learning Evening 21st June Transport – May/June Islam – Practices and Traditions – May/June Science theme – forces electricity and waves Floating and Sinking – June Keeping Myself Safe – June Maths – Number, Algebra, Probability Writing – letter, report writing, personal account JASS AWARD – Sporting section Paradykes Primary School Welcome to P6 Miss Kirsty Mackenzie, Class Teacher Mr Tim Wallace, Head Teacher Mrs Darryl Wilson, Depute Head Teacher Web : http://paradykes.mgfl.net/ Contact me: k.mackenzie@mgfl.net @ParadykesP

Positive Behaviour in P6 Learning and Teaching in P6 Learning and Teaching in P6 At Paradykes Primary School we aim to provide a broad education that meets the needs of all of our learners. All children will be supported and challenged, enabling them to develop skills to use across the curriculum at all levels for learning, life and work. They will develop the four capacities - to become confident individuals, effective contributors, successful learners and responsible citizens. By doing so, we aim to prepare our learners to take their place as adults in society. A number of active learning approaches are used, including : Whole class / group / individual teaching Co-operative group work Peer and self assessment “Think/pair/share” and “Talking Partners” Involvement in the Personal Learning Process The lessons will aim to be fun, practical and interactive. Some lessons will be delivered as discrete subjects while others will be taught through interdisciplinary themes. We will celebrate pupils’ achievements both in school and outwith school, through various means, in order to encourage children to be confident and to take pride in their efforts. In school : We always welcome parental/carer participation, whether through regular volunteering, accompanying us on trips/outdoor activities or, by supporting school events. At home : Here are some ideas which you may find useful to assist your child with their learning this session : Reading – Ask your child to discuss the content of the text and characters. Support your child in reading different types of text. Writing – Draw your child’s attention to new, interesting vocabulary. Maths – Support your child by regularly checking their Learn Its. -Encourage them to make use of Mathletics. We look forward to working with you and your child this session! Please contact us if you have any concerns via telephone (271 4650), by email (paradykes_ps@midlothian.gov.uk) or by making an appointment through the school office. Thank you. What does a P6 Pupil Need ? General School uniform Appropriate outdoor jacket Please remember to name all clothes and equipment. Gym Kit T-shirt Shorts/joggers Indoor gym shoes/trainers Gym bag Other Items Water bottle Spell-checker? Homework folder? What does P6 Home Learning Look Like ? Compulsory weekly tasks will include: Reading Learn Its Additional Maths task Additional task Plus: 4 or more additional tasks from the Home Learning Grid to be completed over a 4 week period. Children should spend around 60 minutes on Home Learning tasks each week, although this does not include reading. For reading, your child will be given a reading record sheet for the same period as a Home Learning Grid. Your child should read at least 5 out of 7 days a week, for a minimum of 10 minutes each time. Parents/carers are asked to sign the record sheet each day their child reads. For all Home Learning Grids, both parents/carers and pupils are asked to sign that the tasks have been completed. They are also encouraged to evaluate the home learning activities. Positive Behaviour in P6 In Primary 6 we aim to create an atmosphere of mutual respect, trust and responsibility. We celebrate those children who go Over and Above through certificates, praise notes home, invite to Hot Chocolate Friday and other rewards. As part of our Rights Respecting Schools focus, each class has created a charter which outlines individual and class rights, along with expectations for all children to be READY to Learn, RESPECTFUL to all and to keep everyone SAFE. Further information regarding our Climate for Learning (Positive Behaviour System) can be requested through the school office/website. How Can Parents/Carers Help?