This half term our topic is ‘Migration’. We will be learning about how human history began in Africa, where the earliest humans evolved and developed the skills needed to survive and thrive.  Over time, groups of people migrated to new regions, encountering a variety of environments and obstacles. In ‘Different Places, Different Challenges’, we learn how different climates, landscapes, and resources required humans to adapt in unique ways. We will also be looking at animals and how they migrate to survive due to food.

Our topic related books this half term are Coming to England by Floella Benjamin. This inspiring autobiography tells the true story of Floella's journey from Trinidad to England as a child in the 1960s. The book explores the challenges she faced adapting to a new country, including racism and prejudice, while highlighting the importance of family, determination, and hope. Through her experiences, Floella shows how resilience and a positive attitude can help overcome difficulties and achieve success.

The theme for PSHE Jigsaw is ‘Changing Me’. Within this unit we will be looking at topics such as, different types of relationships, understanding the range of feelings associated with attraction, understanding how adult content can affect expectations in self image and understanding the dangers of alcohol.

In Worldviews we will be learning about religion, that both words and actions are important in showing true faith and how many religions teach us that actions speak louder than words. Saying kind words is good, but helping others through actions is even better. Religious teachings often encourage people to act on what they believe.

In Science this half term we are looking at food waste and learning about why food is often thrown away instead of being eaten. It can happen when people buy too much food, cook more than they need, or let food spoil before using it. We can reduce our food waste by planning meals, storing food correctly, and using leftovers instead of throwing them away. Reducing food waste helps save resources, protects the environment, and ensures that less food ends up in landfill.

This terms focus in P.E is preparing for Sports Day. We will be practicing sports that we will take part in on the day.

This terms ICT focus is Using and Applying. Within this subject we will be learning how to use ICT to complete my schoolwork more efficiently. Helps me research information quickly and accurately. I apply ICT skills to create documents, presentations, and spreadsheets.

For the first two weeks we will be continuing with time in our maths lessons. We will then be starting the unit on shape.

This term we will be continuing with cycling for our off-site physical activity on Thursdays.

If there is any other information you would like me to provide you with or if you have any questions, please do get in touch.

Gavin and the Admiral Class Team