Maple class have had a busy term, learning lots of new methods and strategies in maths. They have multiplies using methods such as short multiplication, grid method, expanded method and long multiplication as well as using the ‘bus stop’ method when dividing. These have supported them when multiplying fractions as well as calculating fractions of amounts.

This term’s writing has focused on British history including the battle of Hastings and Dover castle. They wrote a diary entry about the battle in the first person before writing their final draft on tea-stained paper. They also used the battle of Hastings to write in the style of a newspaper report which demonstrated a different range of writing skills to the diary entry. Their final big piece of writing has been to create a narrative based on Dover castle but using tension and suspense to keep the reader engaged.

For art this term, the children looked at the Bayeux Tapestry before designing their own sewing work. They practised different types of stitch before creating their final piece. The children have really enjoyed sewing and learning this as a skill.

The children have shown lots of enthusiasm in PE lessons this term. They have used lots of equipment in gymnastics to show jumping, landing, rolling, balancing and strength skills. They have also been learning a very tricky dance called the Charleston but have shown amazing determination when performing!

Maple class have been recapping and learning about Sikhism. They have learnt about what Sikhs believe in, how they worship as well as special items of clothing. They have also discussed what is important in their lives.