Our Teachers
Mr A Rawlinson
Class 14
Mr K Pyrce
Class 13
Learning Support
Mrs T Cronin
Miss C Watkiss
Welcome back to school for the autumn term. We hope that you and your children have had a wonderful summer break and are looking forward to the exciting year ahead.
The autumn term is always a busy and exciting time in Year 6, with children building on their learning from Year 5 while preparing for their final year at primary school and their transition to secondary education.
This year, we will be using the Oak National Academy curriculum to support and enhance our teaching across Year 6. Oak's carefully sequenced lessons help children build knowledge and skills progressively while making meaningful links across subjects where appropriate. The curriculum is designed to ensure all children receive a broad, balanced and engaging education that meets the expectations of the National Curriculum.
For more information about your child's learning this term, please see our Curriculum Overview.
Reading
In Year 6, we would ask that the children’s daily reading records are completed each day and all homework that is set is completed. If your children ever have difficulties completing this, please let us know so we can help. We also ask the children to use the ‘Reading Buddy’ online resource on a consistent basis to improve their reading and comprehension skills. We will give the children’s usernames and passwords during the first week back.
Spellings
Our weekly spelling lessons focus on the age-related spelling patterns and statutory word lists taught throughout Key Stage 2. These spellings form part of the SATs assessments and are essential for children to meet the expected standard in writing. Please support your child by practising these spellings regularly and encouraging them to correct any spelling errors in their independent work.
P.E
Please can we remind parents and carers that, in line with our school uniform policy, jewellery should not be worn in school except for small stud earrings. For health and safety reasons, earrings must not be worn on PE days. Children will be asked to remove their earrings before PE lessons if they are wearing them. Children should arrive at school dressed in their PE kit on PE days.
Year 6 PE Days: Friday
(Please remember to have correct PE kit consisting of green or black shorts, a white t-shirt and trainers.)
The autumn term is also an important time for applying for your child's secondary school place. Applications must be submitted by 31st October. Many local secondary schools will be holding open evenings and open events during September and October, providing an excellent opportunity to visit schools with your child before making your preferences.
We recommend that you:
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Explore school websites to find out about admission arrangements, catchment areas and curriculum information.
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Attend open evenings or arrange daytime visits where available.
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Consider travel arrangements and catchment areas when choosing your preferred schools.
Further information can be found on the GOV.UK website and the City of Wolverhampton Council admissions page.
We are looking forward to a busy, enjoyable and successful year. Thank you for your continued support and for working in partnership with us to ensure your child enjoys a happy, successful and rewarding final year at Elston Hall. Year 6 is an important milestone, and we look forward to celebrating the children's achievements with you throughout the year.
