Welcome to Rhino Class :) 

Mrs Rashid, Mrs Gregg & Miss Whiteway

Homework

English & Maths homework will be printed off and given out every Wednesday and should be completed by the following week. Spellings will be given on different days, so be sure to check your Google Classroom notifications for when they are assigned and when they are due back in time for your test. Stay on top of these tasks, and you'll be all set!

In addition to your regular homework, I will be setting a "talking homework" every Wednesday. This will involve a discussion task where you will be asked to talk about a specific question or topic. There’s no need to write anything down unless you’d like to; just be ready to share your thoughts and have a good discussion when we meet. It’s all about building confidence in speaking and listening!

PE

PE will be taught by Mr. Kelly on Wednesdays and Thursdays. On these days, please make sure to wear your full PE kit. Additionally, don’t forget to bring a spare pair of socks and shoes, as we may head out onto the field, where it could be wet and muddy. Let’s be prepared to stay active and have fun!

Reading

Please make sure your child brings their reading book to school every day. This will allow them to be listened to and work on their reading targets throughout the week. It’s also important for children to explore different genres, as this broadens their reading experience and helps them discover new interests. By reading a variety of texts, they’ll build their vocabulary, which supports both their writing and speaking skills. Regular reading not only boosts confidence but also enriches their language development, setting them up for success!

Y6 Summer 1 Curriculum

Please find below the information about the Year 6 curriculum for Summer 1.

If you have any questions or queries about any aspect of the curriculum, feel free to reach out to me via email at rhinos@parkgate.cheshire.sch.uk. I’m happy to help with anything you need!

SATS

I would like to share some important information about the upcoming SATs week, including the timetable and how we will be supporting the children throughout.

• Monday 11th April – Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling (GPS) – Paper 1 (questions) and Paper 2 (spelling)
• Tuesday 12th April - Reading paper
• Wednesday 13th April - Mathematics – Paper 1 (arithmetic) and Paper 2 (reasoning)
• Thursday 14th April - Mathematics – Paper 3 (reasoning)

Each test will take place in the morning. We aim to keep the atmosphere calm, positive and supportive so that the children feel confident and ready to do their best.

We want SATs week to feel encouraging and even a little bit special for the children. To help with this:

• Energetic, happy music will be played as children come in to start the day positively.
• Children will have sweets on their tables as a small treat.
• We will provide toast for a mid-morning snack to keep energy levels up.
• At the end of the week, the children will enjoy a well-deserved ice cream treat from Mrs Rashid and Mrs Gregg.

We are incredibly proud of how hard the children have worked this year. SATs are just one way for them to show what they know, and we will continue to remind them that their effort and attitude matter most.