We couldn’t begin this week’s blog without celebrating our amazing trip to the Powell-Cotton Museum! The children’s learning truly came alive as they explored and handled a fascinating array of artifacts linked to our Charles Darwin topic. From fossils and bones to animal adaptations and plant classifications, the museum offered a hands-on experience that deepened their understanding. A gentle stroll through Birchington, following a train ride from Broadstairs, added to the adventure and brought our thematic learning to life.

     

English

This week, the children finished reading Floodland. Our key character, Zoe, was finally reunited with her family after a perilous and emotional journey. The children wrote newspaper reports capturing the highs and lows of her quest, showcasing empathy and narrative insight. Next week, we’ll be diving into non-chronological report writing, building on their research and writing skills based upon climate change.

Maths

We’ve continued to tackle tricky multiplication and long division this week. The children applied their skills to a range of problems, demonstrating fantastic perseverance and mathematical reasoning. Their ability to explain their thinking and solve challenges has been truly impressive!

Thematic Curriculum

Our week was dominated by our trip to the Powell-Cotton Museum, where the children applied their learning from across the term. In addition, they completed their diagnostic thematic assessments, showcasing how well they’ve understood and retained key concepts. Next week, our afternoons will be dedicated to RE lessons, exploring beliefs and values.

 

    

Term 1 Art Competition

Inspired by Henri Rousseau and his iconic jungle scenes, this term’s art competition invites children to bring a dream to life through art.

Your challenge: Create a piece of art in any medium—painting, drawing, digital art, collage, or mixed media—that illustrates a dream you’ve had. Whether it takes place in a jungle, under the sea, or on another planet, we can’t wait to see your creativity shine!

• Deadline: End of Term 1
• Submit to: Mr Mason
• Selected works will be featured in a special exhibition in Term 2.

 

Homework Reminders

• Reading: Please read with your child at least 3 times a week.
• Times Tables: Play TTRS at least 3 times a week to build fluency.
• Accelerated Reader: Children have a ZPD to help choose appropriate books. Once finished, they should complete a quiz at school or at home.
• Spelling: Use the Look, Say, Cover, Write method – choose 5 spellings from the list.
• Mathletics: Homework has been set and is due next Friday.
• Thematic Homework: See the homework menu below. This can be completed in the homework book provided.

Have a fantastic weekend!
The Year 6 Team