Life in 5R
Autumn Term 2026 - Reminders for 5R
| Monday |
Mr Shannon will check that your diary has been signed. |
Wear your PE kit today. |
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| Tuesday |
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| Wednesday |
Spelling test today |
Check Seesaw for your new spelling list. |
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| Thursday |
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| Friday |
Remember to wear your Games kit. Hand in your English and Maths homework. |
Check Seesaw for your new homework tasks. |
P R O U D
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PASSION |
RESPECT |
OPPORTUNITY |
UNIQUE |
DETERMINED |
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I have a thirst for knowledge I approach activities with enthusiasm. I love a challenge and enjoy solving problems. I know my skills and aim to build on them to be the best I can be. I pursue my interests beyond the lesson and beyond the school. I share my passions and help to inspire others. |
I follow the rules and use good manners. I treat everyone as I would like to be treated – showing kindness & consideration. I listen carefully to others – without interrupting. I think carefully about what I say and how I say it. I know that hurting someone is never OK. I look after my own and other people’s belongings. I value and take care of equipment and resources – tidying away when asked. |
I aim to be in school every day and on time, with all of the equipment I need.
I welcome new experiences & approach activities with curiosity.
I always have a go.
I attend clubs, enter competitions and fully participate in the life of our school.
I appreciate the opportunities on offer -even if they are not for me!
I remember that just because I can doesn’t mean I should! |
I have my own opinion and share my views.
I am my own person and value my skills and talents.
I recognise that other people have interests and hobbies that I don’t share and that’s OK!
I appreciate everyone’s uniqueness – wouldn’t it be boring if everyone was the same?
I can be part of a team and still be me – because I know that if I work well with others I can achieve more. |
I show commitment and keep going.
If I have a problem I look for a solution.
When things are hard I try my best and appreciate that to be successful I must practise.
I know that the more effort I put in, the greater the result will be.
I know that success takes time – if something goes wrong once that doesn’t mean it always will. |
The Year 5 Curriculum
The Year 5 curriculum is summarised below. For more detailed information, follow the links to our curriculum pages.
| English - study texts | English - writing genres |
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I am Cat (Jackie Morris) Darwin's Dragons (Lindsay Galvin) Clockwork (Philip Pullman) Beowulf (Michael Morpurgo) The Pied Piper (Robert Browning and Michael Morpurgo versions) Rooftoppers (Katherine Rundell) |
Poetry Non-chronological reports Explanation texts Descriptive writing Balanced arguments Persuasive letters Biographies Adventure story Diary writing Sports Commentaries Interviews |
| Maths | PE and Games |
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Place Value Addition and Subtraction Multiplication and Division Fractions Decimals and Percentages Perimeter and Area Statistics Shape Position and Direction Negative Numbers Converting Units of Measure Volume |
Swimming Dance - Musical Theatre Dance - Hakka Gymnastics - Flight Gymnastics - Pairs Rugby Netball Hockey Cricket Athletics Tennis / Table Tennis |
| Computing | RE |
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Computing Systems and Networks Programming 1: Music Data Handling: mars Rover 1 Stop Motion Animation Programming 2: BBC Microbits Skills Showcase: Mars Rover 2 |
What does it mean if Christians believe God is holy and loving? Why do people have to stand up for what they believe in? Why doesn't Christianity always look the same? What happens when we die? Who should be in charge? Why are some places in the world significant to believers? |
| Geography | History |
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Earthquakes, Mountains and Volcanoes - what, where and why? The Americas: how diverse are its landscapes and places? |
Anglo Saxons and Vikings - Did the Anglo Saxons live in peace with, or in fear of, the Vikings? British History beyond 1066 - What impact have monarchs had on our lives? The Ancient Maya Civilisation - Who were the Maya? When and where did they live? Local History Study |
| Art | DT |
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Pop Art (Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol) Architecture (Antoni Gaudi and the architecture of Liverpool) Frida Kahlo |
Mechanisms: Gears and Pulleys (Lego Challenge) Textiles: Sewing (Making Mobile Phone Cases) Structures: Bridges |
| Music | Science |
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Blues Composition and notation - Ancient Egypt Instrumental tuition - whole class djembe drumming |
Earth and Space Forces Materials Life Cycles |
| Spanish | PSHE |
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Talking about my feelings School Subjects Describing the city Fruit and Vegetables Around the Town Shopping Clothes Going to the Beach |
Being Responsible: Looking Out for Others Feelings and Emotions: Anger Keeping Safe: Peer Pressure Growing and Changing: Puberty The Working World: Enterprise A World Without Judgement: Inclusion and Acceptance Staying Healthy: Smoking Computer Safety: Image Sharing |
Attendance Matters
Attendance at Forefield Junior School
At Forefield Junior School, we believe that every day in school counts. Regular attendance gives children the best opportunity to learn, make progress, build friendships and take part in the many exciting opportunities our school has to offer. We understand that children may sometimes be unable to attend due to illness or other unavoidable circumstances, and we are committed to working in partnership with families to support good attendance wherever possible.
We encourage our children to take pride in their attendance, and our School Council regularly discusses attendance at meetings, helping to promote its importance across our school community.
Each week, an Attendance Trophy is awarded to celebrate class attendance, and children are recognised with certificates for achieving 97% or above and 100% attendance.
We are proud of our commitment to attendance and continually strive to improve. By working together, we can help every child make the most of their time at Forefield, enjoy school life and achieve their full potential.
School Uniform
At Forefield Junior School, we believe that wearing a school uniform helps our pupils feel a sense of identity and belonging, as well as encouraging a co-operative spirit within our school. It also reduces the need to keep up with changing fashions.
School Uniform
- Royal blue V-neck school pullover (with or without school logo)
- Grey tailored trousers, shorts, pinafore or skirt
- White shirt and school tie
- Grey socks
- Black school shoes (not trainers or boots)
Summer options:
- White polo shirt (with or without school logo)
- Blue gingham dress
Games Kit
In order to eliminate time spent changing and maximise time spent in physical activity, children should wear their games kit to school on the days they have games/indoor PE.
- Navy or black shorts
- Plain white t-shirt or polo shirt
- short socks
- trainers
A navy jogging suit may be worn over games kit on cold days.
For indoor PE, children usually have bare feet, but may wear pumps if they wish.
No jewellery should be worn in school, with the exception of watches and plain stud earrings, which must be removed during Games, PE and Swimming lessons.
Children should not wear nail polish or make-up.
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