Welcome to Year 6
Our Class Teacher is Mrs Sedgwick
English
This half term, pupils will explore The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde as their class novel, developing comprehension skills through discussion and close reading. Reading lessons will also include high-quality non-
fiction texts linked to the Amazon Rainforest, with a focus on vocabulary development, inference, and summarising key ideas. In writing, pupils will apply their learning by producing a range of text types, including brochures, descriptive writing, and narrative stories inspired by the rainforest theme. Grammar and punctuation teaching will focus on the accurate use of semi-colons, colons, hyphens, and dashes to improve sentence structure and clarity.
Mathematics
In maths, pupils will deepen their understanding of number and measurement through the study of ratio and proportion, percentages, and area and perimeter. These concepts will be applied to real-life and geographical contexts where possible, helping pupils to reason mathematically and solve increasingly complex problems. Emphasis will be placed on mathematical vocabulary, efficient methods, and explaining reasoning clearly.
Science – Light
In science, pupils will investigate light, learning how it travels, how we see objects, and how shadows are formed. They will explore reflection and refraction, including how mirrors work, and consider how light 
behaves in different environments. Scientific enquiry skills will be developed through practical investigations, careful observation, and the use of scientific vocabulary, enabling pupils to draw conclusions and explain their findings.
Geography
Through an in-depth study of the Amazon Rainforest, pupils will develop an understanding of geographical similarities and differences by exploring the human and physical geography of a region of South America. Learning will be structured around key enquiry questions, 
including rainforest location and climate, biodiversity, trade (such as Brazil nuts), indigenous lifestyles, and the causes and consequences of deforestation. Pupils will use maps, geographical vocabulary, and case studies to understand why the Amazon is globally significant and why it needs protecting.
Geography (with Sustainable Development Goal link)
Through an in-depth study of the Amazon Rainforest, pupils develop an understanding of geographical similarities and differences by exploring the human and physical geography of a region of South America. Learning is structured around key enquiry questions that explore rainforest location and climate, biodiversity, trade, indigenous lifestyles, and the causes and consequences of deforestation. This unit explicitly links to Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land, helping pupils to understand the importance of protecting ecosystems, conserving biodiversity, and using natural resources sustainably. Pupils consider global responsibility and recognise that different groups have varying levels of power and influence in decision-making about the future of the rainforest.
Spanish
In Spanish, pupils will build their language skills by learning about rainforests in Spanish-speaking countries. They will practise naming rainforest animals, describing their features, and using location vocabulary. Pupils will also explore the story El libro de la selva, supporting listening, reading, and speaking skills while making cross-curricular links to geography and biodiversity.
PSHE
This half term, PSHE focuses on Safety and the Changing Body, helping pupils to understand physical and emotional changes and how to stay safe as they grow older. Linked to this, pupils will explore the value of tolerance, learning to respect differences and appreciate diverse perspectives. Teaching will encourage thoughtful discussion, self-awareness, and respectful relationships.
Art
In art, pupils will develop their painting skills through still life work inspired by artists Paul Cézanne and Pablo Picasso. They will study the use of colour, shape, form, and composition, experimenting with different techniques and styles. Pupils will evaluate their own work and that of others, building confidence and artistic vocabulary.
Physical Education
In PE, pupils will focus on gymnastics, developing strength, flexibility, balance, and control. They will practise sequencing movements and working collaboratively to create routines, refining performance through evaluation and improvement.
Music
In music, pupils will appreciate and understand a wide range of high-quality live and recorded music from different traditions. They will explore samba music through the Love Music Trust, learning about its cultural background and rhythmic structure. Pupils will create their own pieces using instruments and voice, while developing an understanding of the history of music and key musical elements.
Children’s Rights
Pupils will explore Article 12 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, which highlights the right of children to have a voice and to be listened to. This learning links closely to discussions around decision-making, fairness, and responsibility, particularly in relation to environmental issues such as deforestation and global action.
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Mrs Sedgwick