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2. Why have this meeting now? A little bit about year 5. How can parents and teachers work together to maximise children’s achievement?

3. Hard work in Year 5 leads to a solid foundation in Year 6. English and Maths in Year 5 cover the same objectives and teach the same skills as in Year 6 due to the curriculum being grouped as ‘upper Key Stage 2’. Therefore if children can secure English and Maths knowledge and skills in year 5, they have their foundation to build on in Year 6. LESS GAPS TO FILL!

4. Assessment of progress and achievement is no longer measured against levels. Children are assessed against age specific objectives. Therefore children are judged as being: EMERGING EXPECTED EXCEEDING Frequently asked…Where should my child be

5. Children will be given the following homework. One piece of Maths and English homework per week. This could be written or digital. Spellings for a test each week. One topic project to be competed each half term. Encourage a very open theme to exploit a variety of skills and interest. Regular reading

6. Internet based learning platforms Children are given login details for all platforms Quick links to these areas on children’s Google Accounts All children now have a school Google Account and e-mail. GOOGLE CLASSROOM (VIRTUAL WORK SPACE)

7. Some children will receive one-to-one or small group support if we feel that it will help them achieve their learning targets. Not exclusive to children who are working at a lower level. Support to improve – always a step/level above.

8. Monday 9 th May to Thursday 12th th May

9. Mixed Year 5/6 same objectives! Lower Key Stage 2 = Year 3 and 4 Upper Key Stage 2 = Years 5 and 6 School policy/preparation/grouping

10. Writing is now assessed through teacher assessment collected throughout the year. Essential that children are producing their best work consistently. No longer a case of producing the best on the day of the SAT! Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar are a big focus! (See diary, reading records and study guides at the back)

11. Talk to them about their work in school and any homework, if they are stuck try to get them to explain what they are trying to do – talking it through often shows a way forward. Help them / encourage them to complete homework tasks Work conducive environment. Make sure there is somewhere for them to work comfortably at table or desk – some like to have music while they complete homework – not T.V. Children need to have time to be children as well!! Good Work – Play Balance for a positive learning environment.

12. Buying revision books CGP key Stage 2 Yr.5 Buying them a dictionary, encouraging them to use it to look up words they don’t know are not sure about in their reading. iPads/tablets/PCs: downloadable books, dictionary apps… Use the digital platforms discussed. Check google classroom!!! Encouragement… do your best Encouraging clear neat handwriting Hearing your child read at least three times a week and talking with them about what they have read, what might happen next, if they like it… Are they members of a library?

13. Reading Record Books Each child throughout the school has been provided with a Reading Record Book Children should be reading for at least 10 minutes per night when possible The records contain space for recording information about the book a child is reading, and a comments box for both parents and children to provide feedback. Parents should sign and date on occasions they hear children read. The reading records also contain Curriculum Spelling Lists and grammar, punctuation and sentence structure guidance. These are found in the centre pages – great revision tool for all aspects of English. www.oxfordowl.co.ukwww.oxfordowl.co.uk – contains 250 free e-books for parents and children to access at home. Big Cat e-books – our guided reading scheme

14. Get involved with our guided reading sessions!!! One morning per week we give you the opportunity to take part in your children’s guided reading in school. This term: Thursday mornings 9:00 – 9:30. Great opportunity for parents to gain an insight into how guided reading is delivered in schools and to be part of your children’s school learning environment! Most importantly it should deepen your child’s love of reading...

15. It is very important that children arrive on time for the beginning of the day. Every minute of class time is a learning opportunity! Any children arriving post 8:55, unless permitted, will be marked down as late on their record. Preparation for high school…preparation for the working world! Uniform Guidelines. Fashion accessories. P.E. Kits should be in school at all times.

17. Facebook (13yrs) Online games with chat features. Cyber bullying and its implications - media coverage Restrictions and barring – being vigilant. We cover all aspects of E-Safety within our curriculum. Addressed each half term. Historically we have had to deal with issues arising from home use of social network sites – including online gaming. We urge parents to strictly monitor content and space accessed by their children. We can’t be accountable for dealing with home use issues and it is unfair if this detracts from teachers valuable teaching time.

18. If you have any questions Mr Williams, Mrs Barnes and I will be around after the meeting to answer any questions you may have.