What we're learning about in Summer 2

As we head into the final half term of the year, we’re excited to share what the children will be learning across the curriculum. From investigating fascinating biomes in Geography to creating their own music and sewing drawstring bags in DT, there’s still plenty of learning (and fun!) to look forward to before the summer break. This overview gives you a snapshot of what’s coming up in each subject — we hope it helps you stay connected with what your child is doing in school. As always, if you have any questions, we’re happy to help.

English

This term, we’re exploring mystery and adventure narratives through the class book High Rise Mystery by Sharna Jackson. Pupils will develop their writing skills through character descriptions, building suspense, and writing their own detective stories. They will also write newspaper reports and formal letters, using a range of grammar techniques including modal verbs, passive voice, and figurative language.

Maths

Children will consolidate their learning across key areas, including multiplication and division, fractions and decimals, geometry, and statistics. The term includes arithmetic strategies and problem solving with test-style questions to deepen understanding.

Science – Animals including humans

The focus is on human development from birth to old age. Children will learn about the physical and emotional changes during puberty, as well as how babies grow and develop new abilities. They will compare human development with that of other animals.

Geography - Biomes and Climate Zones

Our topic ‘What on Earth are biomes?’ explores the characteristics of key biomes: temperate deciduous, desert, and ice. Pupils will locate biomes on maps, research their climates, wildlife and human impact, and compare different environments through leaflets and presentations.

Computing – Selection in quizzes (Scratch)

In Computing, children will use Scratch to design and create interactive quizzes. They will learn how conditional statements affect program flow and use selection to build and evaluate their own coded projects.

Art – I need Space

This art unit focuses on futurism and the use of space and scale in creative work. Children will develop skills in printmaking, particularly collagraph printing, and combine media to produce a final imaginative piece.

Design and Technology – Drawstring Bags

Pupils will design, sew, and evaluate their own drawstring bags. They will develop sewing techniques such as threading needles, using different stitches, and applying appliqué, seams, and hems.

Music – Say it with Sound

This term’s music work involves listening, composing, and performing. Pupils will conduct in 3/4 time, improvise rhythms, compose structured pieces, and create music that tells a story or expresses atmosphere.

Spanish – Do you have a pet?
In this unit, children will learn vocabulary for common pets, ask and answer questions about animals, and give names of pets in Spanish, developing both spoken and written language skills. 

PSHE/ RSE – Growing and Changing

The class will explore emotional literacy, personal boundaries, and changes during puberty. They’ll discuss safe vs. unsafe secrets and learn appropriate scientific vocabulary for body parts, while also practising relaxation techniques.

Religious Education (RE) – Why is Muhammad important to Muslims?Children will learn about the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, his historical impact, and the importance of the Qur’an. They will reflect on role models in their own lives and compare these with Muslim beliefs.

Physical Education (PE)

• Outdoor PE: Athletics – Children will practise a range of athletic techniques including running, jumping, and throwing. They’ll focus on coordination, pacing, acceleration, and jumping for distance and height.
• Indoor PE: Swimming  - Weekly swimming lessons aim to build confidence and technique in the water, helping children develop core skills in line with the national curriculum expectations.