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Objectives To inform you of the year 5 curriculum. To inform you of the expectations for children in year five and upper KS2.

Routines 8.55am – school begins 3.15pm – school ends Late procedures – ASC (first 15 minutes £5 – then incremental) Contact with teachers Fruit for playtime Playground rules before/after school Bikes and scooters must not be ridden on the playground. The trim-trail is out of bounds No balls to be brought in to school.

Sickness If your child has a ‘bug’, it is our school policy that they are kept at home for 48 hours after the last episode. Inform the office if your child is absent.

P.E for 5C – Wednesday and Thursday Uniform Full uniform to be worn at all times - this includes their tie which is to be worn every day with a shirt / blouse. Hair must be tied back Summer uniform ends at half term. Earrings should not be worn in school – children can not take part in PE if they wear earrings.  Full PE kits should be in school Monday to Friday. This includes shorts, t-shirt, jumper, tracksuit bottoms and trainers. P.E for 5C – Wednesday and Thursday On Thursdays, the children will be sent home in their PE kits. Please ensure their kit is returned to school for Friday. Please wash PE kits weekly. EVERY item should be clearly named.

Equipment Children must have fresh water in their bottles for school every day. We will provide the children with stationery, but they can bring their own pencil case to school. Glue sticks are incredibly useful – named.

English Daily English lessons in the morning Weekly spelling tests based on Year 5 and 6 word list and rules. Handwriting – must be legible, joined and consistent in size. Accurate punctuation Presentation – ‘zero tolerance’ Grammar – weekly focus

Reading Regular reading in school with high level adult input Follow up homework each week – a high standard is expected Questions – answer using the text

Maths Daily maths lessons in the morning Mental maths focus to begin each lesson Problem solving skills Reasoning skills Maths vocabulary – including spelling Mathletics weekly Times tables (rockstars) FAST maths (taken home)

FAST MATHS Weekly sessions in school whole class activity Daily practice at home ‘Top marks maths’ (free) Folders must be returned every Monday at the latest

Curriculum map This is a guideline for the topics covered and may vary Curriculum map This is a guideline for the topics covered and may vary. French and Music will vary due to national curriculum needs.

Trips and visits Chertsey Museum– history focus Sikh temple – RE focus Summer Term tbc

Homework Spelling – weekly Reading – weekly Mathletics tasks Lesson Monday, Test Friday Yellow wallet in Fridays please. Reading – weekly Mostly Individual deadlines set Frequent readers in Mon and Wed please. Mathletics tasks Set Friday, due Wednesday FAST maths – check list Test Tuesday – blue folder in Monday please. TIMESTABLES ROCKSTARS Lesson Monday, homework optional (but fun!)_

Inclusion Intervention within class Contact Mrs Jenkins (Inclusion leader)

Assessment Series of steps and statements to match year 5 expectations 5b, 5b+, 5w, 5w+, 5s, 5s+ (working towards expectations, working at expectations or working at with greater depth) Regular assessment – formal and informal in class

Classroom Management High expectations Positive learning environment Dojos Star of the day / week   House points Stickers Wow wall!

Our Aim For all children to be happy and confident learners who show respect, resilience and positivity in all that they do. For all children to become more independent learners and to further prepare them for the transition between primary and secondary schools. If you have any problems throughout the year, please do not hesitate to come and see us.