Lapwing Class

Welcome to the Lapwing Class 

A warm welcome back to the new academic year! The year 5 team hope you have all had a wonderful summer and made the most of some time off school.  

Welcome to Year 5

We are delighted to welcome your child to Year 5. Mrs Stainton is the class teacher and Mrs Smith is the main teaching assistant. The children will also be supported by Mrs Wood on Mondays, and Mr Pickles will teach the class on Friday mornings. P.E lessons will take place on Tuesday and Fridays, please make sure your child has the appropriate kit and that this, and all their uniform is clearly labelled.

Homework

Homework will be sent home every Friday and should be returned to school on Monday morning. Initially, this will consist of spellings to practise using the strategies taught in school. Children will also be asked to use each spelling word in a sentence to demonstrate their understanding of its meaning.

Your support at home is extremely important. Please check your child's work, offer help where needed and sign their diary each week to confirm that you have seen and checked their homework.

Reading at Home

Reading for just 20 minutes each day can make a significant difference to a child's development. Regular reading helps to improve vocabulary, language skills and comprehension, while also encouraging creativity, empathy, critical thinking and a love of learning. We encourage all children to read daily and discuss what they are reading with an adult at home.

Communication and Support

Please keep us informed of any changes at home, however small they may seem, as these can often have a greater impact on children in school than you might expect. We also ask that you keep the school updated with any medical information or health concerns throughout the year.

Lakeside Residential

Our main trip this year will be the Lakeside Residential. We have already spoken to the children about this exciting opportunity. Lakeside provides wonderful experiences that help children develop independence, resilience, teamwork and confidence. If your child is feeling nervous about the trip, please do come and speak to us so that we can offer support and reassurance.

Working Together

Throughout the year, your child will face new challenges and opportunities for growth. We are committed to helping every child build confidence, independence and resilience. If your child has any worries that begin to feel overwhelming, please contact us so that we can work together to support them.

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to working in partnership with you and helping your child have a happy, successful and enjoyable year in Year 5.

The Year 5 Team