1. Welcome to Year 6 from Mrs Hodgson and Miss Vernon.

2. About Me! I am the Key Stage Two Leader. I am also the PE, RE and Life Skills Co-ordinator. l love my job. I am very passionate about teaching and the ways in which each child learns. As a Mum myself I know how important your child's happiness and progress is.

3. All local authority schools are now required to follow a new national curriculum framework, as set out by the government. In the last academic year, 2014-15, children in Year 2 and Year 6 followed the framework of the previous curriculum, whilst other year groups moved to the new curriculum. From September 2015, at primary level, this requirement applies to all years from Year 1 to Year 6. New National Curriculum As we are no longer part of the local authority and are an academy we are choosing to follow the new national curriculum.

4. Subjects are classed as ‘core’ and ‘foundation’. Core Subjects: English, Mathematics & Science. Foundation Subjects: Art and Design, Computing, Design and Technology, Languages*, Geography, History, Music, Physical Education (PE). *Languages is statutory for KS2 only; the subject title is Foreign Language The curriculum must be ‘balanced and broadly based’. This also includes Religious Education and PSHE (personal, social, health and economic education). Key Stage 1: Year 1 & 2 (Age 5-7) Key Stage 2: Years 3-6 (Age 7-11) (sometimes divided into lower KS2/Y3-4 and upper KS2/Y5-6) Statutory Coverage KS1 and KS2 Subjects are classed as ‘core’ and ‘foundation’. Core Subjects: English, Mathematics & Science. English Mathematics Foundation Subjects: Art and Design, Computing, Design and Technology, Languages*, Geography, History, Music, Physical Education (PE). *Languages is statutory for KS2 only; the subject title is Foreign Language The curriculum must be ‘balanced and broadly based’. This also includes Religious Education and PSHE (personal, social, health and economic education). Key Stage 1: Year 1 & 2 (Age 5-7) Key Stage 2: Years 3-6 (Age 7-11) (sometimes divided into lower KS2/Y3-4 and upper KS2/Y5-6)

5. The following slides give some examples of the statutory expectations set out in the new national curriculum programmes of study. These are just a summary of examples and not exhaustive lists. The statements are taken directly from the government’s published national curriculum framework for all local authority maintained schools. These are intended to give a flavour of the higher expectations now in place. All children will still need to work at an appropriate level for their individual needs. Raising Expectations and School Drivers The following slides give some examples of the statutory expectations set out in the new national curriculum programmes of study. These are just a summary of examples and not exhaustive lists. The statements are taken directly from the government’s published national curriculum framework for all local authority maintained schools. These are intended to give a flavour of the higher expectations now in place. All children will still need to work at an appropriate level for their individual needs. Our Curriculum drivers underpin every aspect of our curriculum. AspirationsIndependenceCommunityEnrichment

6. Example of English Expectations: Yr 6 Reading Apply knowledge of root words, prefixes and suffixes to read aloud and to understand the meaning of unfamiliar words. Evaluate how effectively texts are structured and presented. Identify themes in a text. Spelling & Handwriting Convert verbs into nouns by adding a suffix. Understand that the spelling of some words need to be learnt specifically. Choose the handwriting style that is best suited for a specific task. Writing Composition Use a range of sentence starters to create specific effects, Use developed noun phrases to add detail to sentences. Use commas to mark phrases and clauses. Sustain and develop ideas logically in narrative and non narrative writing. Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation Vary sentence structure depending on whether formal or informal. Use the semi colon, colon and dash. Use the passive voice. Use a hyphen to avoid ambiguity.

7. Maths Areas of Maths are divided into the following areas in the national curriculum: Number – number and place value Number – addition and subtraction Number – multiplication and division Number – fractions (including decimals and percentages) Measurement Geometry – properties of shapes Geometry – position and direction Statistics In Year 6, this also includes: Ratio and proportion Algebra

8. Areas of Maths are divided into the following areas in the national curriculum: Number – number and place value Number – addition and subtraction Number – multiplication and division Number – fractions (including decimals and percentages) Measurement Geometry – properties of shapes Geometry – position and direction Statistics In Year 6, this also includes: Ratio and proportion Algebra Our Visual Calculations Policy “A picture is worth a thousand words.” We would like to introduce you to our Visual Calculation Policy. The policy has been developed specifically for our Academy’s needs and shows the clear progression of calculations for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. The visual posters take learners from each operation's practical starting points through to formal written methods. The methods follow a clear thought process and show visually how each method should be carried out. These posters are used in all our classrooms and children are able to access the level and method that they feel comfortable with. We would ask that when you are supporting your child with Mathematics at home that you use these methods. We understand they may not all be familiar to you and therefore if you need any further support or explanation please speak to your child’s teacher.

9. Example of Maths Expectations: Yr 6 Use negative numbers in context and calculate intervals across zero. Use common factors to simplify fractions; use common multiples to express fractions in the same denomination. Solve problems including the calculation of percentages. Multiply 1 digit numbers with up to 2 decimal places by whole numbers. Add and subtract fractions with different denominators and mixed numbers, using the concept of equivalent fractions. Illustrate and name parts of circles, including radius, diameter and circumference and know that the radius is half the diameter. Interpret and construct pie charts and line graphs and use these to solve problems. Recognise and build simple 3D shapes, including making nets.

10. Listening to your child read can take many forms. First and foremost, focus developing an enjoyment and love of reading. Enjoy stories together – reading stories to your child at KS1 and KS2 is equally as important as listening to your child read. Read a little at a time but often, rather than rarely but for long periods of time! Talk about the story before, during and afterwards – discuss the plot, the characters, their feelings and actions, how it makes you feel, predict what will happen and encourage your child to have their own opinions. Look up definitions of words together – you could use a dictionary, the Internet or an app on a phone or tablet. All reading is valuable – it doesn’t have to be just stories. Reading can involve anything from fiction and non-fiction, poetry, newspapers, magazines, football programmes, TV guides. Visit the local library - it’s free! How to Help Your Child with Reading Listening to your child read can take many forms. First and foremost, focus developing an enjoyment and love of reading. Enjoy stories together – reading stories to your child at KS1 and KS2 is equally as important as listening to your child read. Read a little at a time but often, rather than rarely but for long periods of time! Talk about the story before, during and afterwards – discuss the plot, the characters, their feelings and actions, how it makes you feel, predict what will happen and encourage your child to have their own opinions. Look up definitions of words together – you could use a dictionary, the Internet or an app on a phone or tablet. All reading is valuable – it doesn’t have to be just stories. Reading can involve anything from fiction and non-fiction, poetry, newspapers, magazines, football programmes, TV guides. Visit the local library - it’s free!

11. Practise and learn weekly spelling lists – make it fun! Encourage opportunities for writing such as letters to family or friends, shopping lists, notes or reminders, stories or poems. Write together – be a good role model for writing. Encourage use of a dictionary to check spelling and a thesaurus to find synonyms and expand vocabulary Allow your child to use a computer for word processing, which will allow for editing and correcting of errors without lots of crossing out. Remember that good readers become good writers! Identify good writing features when reading (e.g. vocabulary, sentence structure, punctuation). Show your appreciation: praise and encourage, even for small successes! How to Help Your Child with Writing Practise and learn weekly spelling lists – make it fun! Encourage opportunities for writing such as letters to family or friends, shopping lists, notes or reminders, stories or poems. Write together – be a good role model for writing. Encourage use of a dictionary to check spelling and a thesaurus to find synonyms and expand vocabulary Allow your child to use a computer for word processing, which will allow for editing and correcting of errors without lots of crossing out. Remember that good readers become good writers! Identify good writing features when reading (e.g. vocabulary, sentence structure, punctuation). Show your appreciation: praise and encourage, even for small successes!

12. Play times tables games. Play mental maths games including counting in different amounts, forwards and backwards. Encourage opportunities for telling the time. Encourage opportunities for counting coins and money; finding amounts or calculating change when shopping. Look for numbers on street signs, car registrations and anywhere else! Look for examples of 2D and 3D shapes around the home. Identify, weigh or measure quantities and amounts in the kitchen or in recipes. Play games involving numbers or logic, such as dominoes, card games, darts, draughts or chess. How to Help Your Child with Maths Play times tables games. Play mental maths games including counting in different amounts, forwards and backwards. Encourage opportunities for telling the time. Encourage opportunities for counting coins and money; finding amounts or calculating change when shopping. Look for numbers on street signs, car registrations and anywhere else! Look for examples of 2D and 3D shapes around the home. Identify, weigh or measure quantities and amounts in the kitchen or in recipes. Play games involving numbers or logic, such as dominoes, card games, darts, draughts or chess.

13. Working Together Ensuring book bags are in school every day Ensuring homework is in on time Not taking holidays in school time Early nights to ensure your child is full of energy for the school day Arriving on time to school Attending parents evening I will always keep you informed and will strive to meet the individual needs of your child

14. Homework in Year 6 Your child is expected to read at home. Each time you read with your child please sign their reading record. A comment about their reading is encouraged. Children in Year 6 can read and record themselves. Maths and Grammar homework will be given out every Friday to be given in by the following Thursday. Spellings are given on a Friday. There will be a spelling test every Thursday.

15. Class Timetable 8.40-9.159.15-10.1010.10- 10.30 10.30- 10.45 10.45-11.0511.05- 12.00 12.00 -1.00 1.00 – 2:152.15-3.15 MonWake & Shake Handwriting Maths Times Tables Worship Playtime Guided Reading English Lunchtime Maths Fluency P.E - Football RE TueWake & Shake Spelling Maths Hymn PracticeGuided Reading EnglishP.E - Dance Art WedWake & Shake Handwriting Maths Class- based Assembly Guided Reading EnglishScience French ThursWake & Shake Spelling Maths Visitor Led Worship Guided ReadingEnglish Maths Fluency Theme Golden Time Fri8.55-9.25 Assembly 9.30-10.30 MathsGuided Reading English ThemeComputing

16. Mathletics Your child is encouraged to complete 1000 points on Mathletics each week. Your child is also encouraged to visit reading eggs. Each child has their own log in in the front of their reading records. An app is available on ipads.

17. Rewards Stamps Jar of joy Head teacher's Award Star of the Week Star of the week Golden Tickets Golden Time

18. Important Reminders Please can you ensure every item of clothing has your child’s name in it. PE Kit must always be in school for PE on Mondays and Tuesdays. Reading bags must be brought into school everyday. Please make sure I am aware of any medical details your child has or may develop throughout the year to ensure the appropriate forms are signed.

19. Any Questions?