Welcome to Beeches
Welcome to Beeches Class! We work hard, respect each other and have fun. We enjoy learning and always strive to be the best we can be. In Beeches, we are Ready, Respectful and Safe, creating a happy and positive place where everyone can learn and grow.
Throughout the year, we will encourage the children to develop their confidence and independence, helping to prepare them for the next step in their learning journey.
Our Team
Our teachers are Mrs Traynor and Miss Raine, supported by Miss Henderson, Mrs McNally and Mrs Barnett.
Homework
Homework is given out on Friday and returned the following Friday. Children should also complete two Reading Plus assignments each week at home.
Reading
Please encourage your child to read every night and sign or comment in their reading diary. Reading books and diaries should be brought to school every day.
Spellings & Times Tables
Spellings are given out at the beginning of each spelling unit and tested at the end of the unit. Units vary in length so a little practice each day will help children feel confident and prepared.
Children should also practise their times tables daily, including regular use of Times Tables Rock Stars (TT Rock Stars) at home.
PE
PE is on Friday. Children should come to school in their PE kit, with suitable clothing for indoor or outdoor lessons. No jewellery should be worn.
Thank you for your continued support. We are looking forward to a happy and successful year together in Beeches! 🌳
Resources:
Year 5 and 6 Netball
Students took part in a netball competition at Gateshead International Stadium, where they delivered an outstanding performance. They finished second in their group, with only one loss, earning a place in the semi-finals. After a closely contested match, they narrowly...
Puberty Talk for UKS2
This week, the school nurses came into school to talk children through the emotional and physical changes they will face during puberty. The children were very sensible and had lots of great questions. It was great to see them act so maturely!
Street Dance in UKS2
This term, children in Year 5 and 6 have been learning how to street dance. They have learnt a series of moves: K-B Bounce, K-B Hop and Pauses and Retreat. They then worked in teams to put these together in a choreographed dance which they performed to the rest of...
Year 5/6 Homework 6.2.26
This week, homework will be in CGP Books. Year 5 Y5 Oaks – Maths- p.44 and 45 Y5 Oaks – English- p.46 and 47 1x arithmetic paper (optional) on https://mathsbot.com/primary/year5 Reading- 2 x reading plus texts (5 in total throughout the week) plus at least 10 minutes...
Year 5/6 Homework 30.1.26
This week, homework will be in CGP Books. Year 5 Y5 Oaks – Maths- p.38 and 39 – Writing Decimals as Fractions Y5 Oaks – English- p.86 and 87 - 'ei' and 'ie' words 1x arithmetic paper (optional) on https://mathsbot.com/primary/year5 Reading- 2 x reading plus texts (5...
Police Visit UKS2
Today, UKS2 had a visit from the community police. They talked to the children about many current issues such as anti-social behaviour, laws in our community, safety around disused buildings and what to do in emergencies. The children asked excellent questions and...
Year 5/6 Homework 23.1.26
This week, homework will be in CGP Books. Year 5 Y5 Oaks – Maths- p.58 and 59 – Area Y5 Oaks – English- p.72 and 33 – Hyphenating Prefixes 1x arithmetic paper (optional) on https://mathsbot.com/primary/year5 Reading- 2 x reading plus texts (5 in total throughout the...
Ancient Greece in UKS2
Last week, children in year 5 and 6 began looking at Ancient Greece. We placed it on a timeline and looked at how the country has changed between now and then. We then focused on why the country was made up of city-states due to the geographical features of the land.
Learning About Christianity in UKS2
Today, UKS2 were visited by Reverend Ken and Lynn, who are members of our local community from St. Alban’s Church. They explained their Christian beliefs to the class, and talked about some of the amazing work they do in the community, such as supporting homeless...
Year 5/6 Homework 16.1.26
This week, homework will be in CGP Books. Year 5 Y5 Oaks – Maths- p.56 and 57 – Perimeter Y5 Oaks – English- p.82 and 83 – Word endings - 'able', 'ible', 'ably', and 'ibly.' 1x arithmetic paper (optional) on https://mathsbot.com/primary/year5 Reading- 2 x reading plus...
Lego Club Chowdene Family Hub Jan 2026
Article 29: Your education should help you use and develop your talents and abilities. It should also help you learn to live peacefully, protect the environment and respect other people.
UKS2 Spanish
This term the children in Beeches, Oaks and Elms are learning how to say and write about clothing in Spanish (La Ropa). They learned ten items of clothing this week and will learn how to use the words and phrases in conversations.