Year 5

Welcome to Year 5

Mrs Gull and Mr Hussain welcome you to year 5

We hope that within these pages you find plenty of information about the work we do and the fun we have!

We have included details of what we are learning and the topics we cover. We have included a list useful websites. These support the work we do in the classroom.

Have fun exploring!

Mission Statement

Our Class Ethos

We want our class to be a fair and happy place, where we always encourage one another. We understand that challenges will arise, but we will always support one another so success can be achieved together.

Year 5 Annual Curriculum Overview

Half-termly Newsletters  

Autumn One

As part of our topic based around Ancient Greece we will discuss the civilisation from this period in history and children will compare to other ancient civilisations. 

Year 5 Newsletter Autumn 1 2024

Autumn Two

In this topic, children will explore "Why do Oceans Matter?" They will delve into the significance of oceans, uncover the vital role oceans play in the climate, providing habitats for diverse marine life, and sustaining life on our planet. 

Year 5 Newsletter Autumn 2 2024

Spring One

Welcome parents! In this topic, children will be delving into the fascinating world of the Terrific Tudors, where history comes alive, and the wonders of the past are brought to the forefront of our learning.
Year 5 Newsletter Spring 1 2025

Spring Two

We have had an amazing Spring so far, packed with plenty of learning opportunities. 

This half term’s topic is called, ‘What is life like in the Alps?’.

Children will explore geography, climate, and cultural aspects of the Alps mountain range, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the unique and diverse life in this region. 

Year 5 Newsletter Spring 2 2025

Summer One

This term, our topic is Where Does Our Energy Come From?, where children will explore the origins of energy and investigate the benefits and drawbacks of different sources through Geography. Through hands-on activities, discussions, and map work, children will develop their understanding by asking questions, making connections, and drawing conclusions about how energy impacts our world.

Year 5 Newsletter Summer 1 2025

Summer Two

This term, our topic is What does the census tell us about our local area?, where children will explore how data helps us understand the people and places in our community. They will become local detectives—collecting data, analysing maps, and comparing past and present information to uncover the story of where we live. Through fun activities like surveys, interviews, and fieldwork, children will bring the census to life and discover what makes our local area unique.