Summer 1

Welcome back Year 6, we hope you've had a lovely break. Please take a look at what we will be learning in Summer 1.

English

In English, the children will focus on improving their spelling, punctuation and grammar, as well as their reading skills. They will write exciting narratives based on stories like The Lighthouse and Alien Landing. Pupils will learn how to organise events clearly, describe characters in detail, and use interesting language features such as similes, metaphors and personification. They will also practise editing and improving their work so it is the best it can be. Later in the term, they will begin preparing for their final performance play.

Geography – Global Trade

In Geography, the class will explore the big question: how does global trade connect us? They will learn how countries like Japan succeed in trade even without many natural resources. Pupils will also study how the UK trades with other countries and compare it to places like China and the USA. They will investigate how goods travel around the world using different types of transport and think about the advantages and disadvantages of each. Finally, they will discuss whether global trade is a good thing by looking at how it affects people, the environment and economies.

Maths

In Maths, pupils will build their understanding of area, perimeter and volume. They will also study statistics and shape, learning how to interpret data and recognise different properties of shapes. Time will also be spent revising key skills to help them feel confident and prepared.

Religious Education – Sikh Worship and Community

In RE, children will learn about Sikh beliefs and how Sikhs worship. They will explore the importance of prayer and understand how children are welcomed into the Sikh community. Pupils will also learn about the langar, which is a shared meal, and sewa, which means helping others. These lessons will help them understand respect and community.

PSHE – Being My Best

In PSHE, pupils will think about their future goals and what they would like to achieve. They will learn how to recognise risks and how to reduce them in different situations. The class will also learn basic first aid, including how to spot serious illnesses like sepsis. They will take part in a wellbeing project to help them stay healthy and happy.

Design and Technology – Bird House Builders

In D&T, pupils will design and make their own bird houses. They will explore different materials and learn practical woodwork skills. Children will plan their designs carefully for a specific type of bird, then build their bird house by following their plan. At the end, they will evaluate their work and think about how it could be improved.

Modern Foreign Languages – At the Café

In this unit, pupils will learn how to order food and drinks in another language. They will practise speaking by saying what they like and taking part in simple conversations, helping them feel more confident communicating.

Science – Electricity

In Science, children will learn about electricity and how circuits work. They will explore how changing the number of batteries can make bulbs brighter or buzzers louder. Pupils will also explain why different parts of a circuit behave in certain ways and how switches control them.

Computing – 3D Modelling

In Computing, pupils will learn how to create 3D models using a computer. They will practise moving, resizing and combining shapes to make objects. They will design items like a desk tidy and even plan their own building. They will also learn how to improve their designs by grouping and editing objects.

Music – Baroque

In Music, children will explore Baroque music and its special features. They will listen to different pieces, learn about famous composers and try out musical techniques like canon and ground bass. Pupils will also perform and even create their own music inspired by this style.

PE – Tennis

In PE, pupils will develop their tennis skills. They will practise important techniques such as the ready position, backhand and serving. They will improve their hand-eye coordination and take part in rallies and simple games, building confidence and teamwork.