Welcome to Elms
We are the Elms and always have fun and work hard in Year 5. Our teacher is Mrs Hope, who is accompanied by Miss Henderson in the mornings and Mrs Bulch for our English lessons.
Resources:
https://www.conquermaths.com/login/
Important information:
Homework will be given out on a Friday and returned the following Thursday (Maths, Grammar and Reading – there is also online homework too, which includes Conquer Maths and Reading Plus).
Spellings are expected to be practised regularly over the week. They will be tested in line with our unit planning – this may not be weekly.
P.E. is on a Thursday – children are expected to come to school in their kit (white t-shirt, black short/joggers, school jumper/cardigan and trainers).
If your child is having a school lunch please ensure that payment is now done through our online payment service.
Online Homework and Information
Scratch!
The children in UKS2 have been using Scratch to create their very own quizzes. They have built upon a previous computing unit for UKS2 which involved using selection in physical computing, using selection to program Crumble controllers. This unit furthered their...
Learning about Life Cylces
During our science lessons the children were learning about 'Living Things and Their Habitats'. In one particular lesson they researched the life cycle of a mammal of their choice. They then used two paper plates and a split pin to create a life cycle wheel for their...
La Fruta
We all know it is important to eat plenty of fruit and now, should the children from Key Stage 2 need be in a Spanish-speaking country, they will be able to ask for their favourite fruit in Spanish. This half-term children have learned the names of different fruits...
Super Street Dancing in UKS2
This half term in PE, UKS2 have been learning some street dance moves. The children began by watching a few street dance performances and learning some individual moves. They then used these moves and some of their own to create some brilliant routines, which they...
Inspiration in Christianity with UKS2
This term, children in years 5 and 6 have been looking at inspirational figures with a particular focus on those linked to the Christian faith. They have studied a number of important people, such as Jesus and Mother Teresa, and reflected on how their lives and...
Greek Busts in UKS2
This term as part of our Eureka topic, we have been looking at Greek busts and how they are formed. The children practised different clay techniques and then made a bust. They used techniques such as blending and moulding to create a realistic structure that would...
Year 5 Homework 16.2.24
Year 5 homework for half term will be as follows. English- children will come home with their lines for the Easter service. Could you please support your child in learning these by memory and reading them loudly and clearly. Maths- Conquer Maths - Complete the 2 tasks...
Children’s Mental Health Week Assembly
Yesterday, Callum from RISE held an assembly to discuss Children's Mental Health Week with Key Stage One and Two. The theme this year is 'My Voice Matters', and we discussed how children can ensure their voices are heard. We talked about who they can turn to for...
Tchoukball at Windy Nook
Tchoukball is a sport that we have introduced at lunch times, at windy Nook to give students more options of sports to play in school. Next term this sport will be offered as an afterschool club for Year three and four. The students have started to play matches within...
Boccia
Last week students took part in a boccia event at Gateshead stadium. One of our teams managed to qualify for the county finals later on in the year. All Students showed great teamwork, and determination throughout the event. Well done Team Nook. Article 24: You...
Basketball Finals
A Huge well done to our Y5/6 Basketball team who competed in the Gateshead Basketball Finals and finished 4th out of 50 schools. The students showed great determination throughout the competition. Article 24:you have the right to the best quality healthcare Article...
Windy Winners!
A huge well done to our Windy Winners for their fantastic efforts last week. Top Attitude and Top Reflector. Article 28: You have the right to a good quality education. You should be encouraged to go to school to the highest level you can. Class Top Attitude Top...