Week commencing 17th November 2025
It’s been another brilliant week in Year 6, full of creativity, curiosity and thoughtful discussion, and of course we've been REACHing in all areas. I’m going to share a few of our afternoon sessions to give you a flavour of what we’ve been exploring together. On Monday, we began working with the micro:bits, experimenting with their features and learning how to program them in preparation for designing our own DT games in small groups. The children were full of ideas and enthusiasm as they started imagining how their coding skills could shape their final designs. We also had our first music lesson of the term considering celebrations - our improvised tunes at the end of the session actually sounded quite melodic!
In PE, we enjoyed our last netball session of the term. This final lesson brought together all the skills we’ve been practising, and the class took part in match play that showed real teamwork, control and communication. It was a great way to finish the unit.
Science saw us move into practical investigations after carefully planning our enquiries. The children explored what happens when more components are added to an electrical circuit, testing predictions, observing closely and drawing thoughtful conclusions from their results.
In history, we learned about the events leading up to the start of the Second World War, exploring why the conflict happened and how Neville Chamberlain came to announce that Britain was at war. We also learned a little about Hitler and how he managed to rise to power. The children made strong links to their recent work on Parliament during REACH, helping them understand how governments and political systems shape major world events.
During our REACH activity itself, we continued our work on Parliament, looking more closely at the powers the government holds. We also spent time considering issues that matter to us personally. The children wrote with real maturity about their concerns, showing strong awareness and empathy.
In RE, we continued following the story of David, moving from his life as a young shepherd to his role as king. We reflected on how his humble beginnings shaped him into a joyful and prayerful leader. The children explored scripture with sensitivity and insight, weaving these ideas beautifully into their work.
A fantastic week all round—well done, Year 6!
Week commencing 10th November 2025 - A Week of Reflection, Respect, and Learning
Monday
We started the week with a powerful live lesson linked to Anti-Bullying Week, focusing on our motto: “Use your power for good.” The children explored what this means in everyday life and shared ideas about how small actions can make a big difference. Inspired by these discussions, they wrote thoughtful poems about kindness and respect. In Maths, we began assessment tasks to check our understanding of different areas of the curriculum—an important step in seeing how far we’ve come and what we need to work on next.
Tuesday
Tuesday was a day of reflection and pride as we held a Remembrance Service. Parents and carers from Year 6 and Reception joined us for this special occasion. Every child spoke beautifully, and the service truly showcased the values of our school. Father Philip’s words during Thursday’s Mass—“We remember because we care”—echoed throughout the day. In Maths, we continued with assessment tasks, giving us another chance to show what we’ve learned so far.
Wednesday
Midweek brought a mix of subjects and skills. In Science, we prepared for an investigation involving bulbs, thinking carefully about what we would need and predicting outcomes. In English, we focused on VCOP grammar, learning how cohesion helps our writing flow smoothly. Meanwhile, Maths reintroduced us to factors—a concept we must remember as it forms the foundation for many future topics.
Thursday
Thursday was all about making connections across the curriculum. Our grammar lesson introduced semi-colons in lists, and it was fantastic to see pupils applying this new skill in their RE work later in the day. In History, we began our first lesson on World War II, considering chronology and setting the stage for this important topic. In Maths, we shifted our focus to multiples, building on the work we did with factors earlier in the week.
Friday
We ended the week with energy, teamwork and a cake sale with our reception buddies! Our Anti-Bullying Week activities included team games designed to build trust and reinforce our week’s motto: “Using our power for good.” During Outdoor Learning (which was indoors as it was rather wet!), we reflected on the impact of litter and took action by considering the rubbish that we collected last week —showing that small steps can make a big difference to our environment.
Well done, Year 6! It’s been a week full of learning, respect, and teamwork. We’re proud of the effort and enthusiasm shown by everyone.
Week commencing 3rd November 2025
This week in Year 6 has been brilliant. With so many exciting learning opportunities, creative moments, and meaningful reflections, our classroom has been a hive of activity. Through it all, our values—high expectations, resilience, confidence, aspirations, and empathy—have guided us every step of the way.
English: Persuasion and Purple Writes
This week, we’ve just begun exploring persuasive writing, and the ideas have already started flowing! Inspired by Room 101, we’ve been thinking about what we’d love to banish forever—so far, suggestions have included rain, litter, mobile phones, and even Labubus (a class favourite!).
We’ve been learning how to use persuasive techniques like emotive language, rhetorical questions, and strong arguments to make our case. It’s been brilliant to see the children showing confidence in sharing their opinions and building their skills with such enthusiasm.
Later, we completed our Purple Write, retelling suspenseful stories filled with tension and atmosphere. These stories were a culmination of weeks of planning and drafting, and some children even shared theirs aloud during our residential trip—an act of true resilience and bravery!
Maths: Coordinates and Transformations
In Maths, we explored coordinates and the fascinating world of translating and reflecting shapes. The children tackled challenges with determination, showing high expectations for their own learning and supporting one another through tricky problems. Their aspirations to master these concepts were clear in every lesson.
RE: Exploring the Book of Samuel
Our RE lessons took us deep into the Old Testament, focusing on the Book of Samuel. We started to explore the lives and leadership of Samuel, King Saul, and King David. Through discussion and reflection, the children showed great empathy.
Science: Electricity Sparks Excitement
Our electricity unit is off to a bright start! This week, we’ve been learning how to draw circuits using the correct scientific symbols, and the children have shown great attention to detail and resilience as they practised representing components like bulbs, switches, and batteries. Understanding how circuits work and how to communicate them clearly is a key part of our learning, and the excitement in the room as we began using real equipment was fantastic. The children’s curiosity and confidence in exploring these new concepts have really shone through.
Remembrance: Honouring with Heart
As Remembrance Day approaches, our class has been deeply engaged in preparing for this important event. We’ve worked alongside our Reception buddies to create meaningful artwork, and we’ve been practising poems and songs that honour those who served. The empathy and care shown by our Year 6 pupils—especially in supporting the younger children—has been truly heartwarming.
We’re looking forward to welcoming families and friends to our Remembrance event. It promises to be a moving and memorable occasion.
Eco-Event Friday!
This week, Year 6 took part in a special eco activity focused on stewardship and caring for God’s creation. We began with an assembly reflecting on the importance of looking after our planet, inspired by the idea that the Earth is a gift from God and it’s our responsibility to protect it. Afterwards, we put our words into action by taking part in a litter-picking task around the school grounds and the local area. Armed with litter pickers, we worked together to make our environment cleaner and more beautiful. It was a great reminder that small actions can make a big difference, and that we all have a role to play in looking after the world around us.
Author Visits: Inspiration from Sian Hughes and Roger McGough
We were incredibly fortunate to host two inspiring book events this week:
- Sian Hughes visited to read from her book, share her journey as a writer, and lead a hot-seating interview activity. The children asked insightful questions and showed great confidence in engaging with her ideas.
- Roger McGough, the legendary poet, gave a one-hour session that left us all inspired. His wit, wisdom, and wordplay were unforgettable. To see such an incredible poet in action was a moment of true aspiration for our budding writers.
Here’s to another week of learning, growing, and making memories together!