Information on our class structure and curriculum at SJL

In line with our prospectus, classes are mixed ability with some year groups being split year groups. In the case where TEACHING classes are based on ability the pupils parent/ guardian will be notified individually and the reasons explained for the grouping.

In Maths pupils are set as this allows the teaching to maximise the development of pupils skills and understanding. Homework is provided through MY MATHS. Please see the attached link for explanation of  how to maximise homework in addition to set weekly HW by class 

In literacy classes pupils are mixed ability with spelling groups based on pupils spelling ages and their consistent understanding of spelling rules. The school uses Nelson Spelling. The book colour reflects the expected spelling patterns for that year group;

RED =Y1-2, YELLOW = Y2-3, PURPLE= Y3-4, BLUE= Y4, GREEN = Y5, ORANGE =Y6 

Remember SJL has an open door policy and communication between the school and parents is vital to us developing your child's education. If you would like to discuss any issues with the class teacher or pop in for a chat please book a time slot with the secretary

Welcome back and Happy New Year to you all!

Welcome back to another exciting, busy and fun filled term in Year 5/6 Gwen. We have so many wonderful learning opportunities planned for you and lots of visits, visitors and celebrations to look forward to.

This term we will be continuing to develop the four purposes of the new curriculum for Wales:

* Ambitious, capable learners ready to learn throughout their lives

* Enterprising, creative contributors ready to play a full part in life and work

* Ethical, informed citizens of Wales and the world

* Healthy, confident individuals ready to lead fulfilling lives as valued members of society

And as usual Mr Sheehan, Mrs Brazil, Mrs Francis and Mrs Bater will be helping up with all our learning.

Our new topic for the new year is called “Wonderful Wales” and throughout this term we will be celebrating this beautiful land that we call home!

Throughout this project we will be focusing upon the historical and cultural aspects of Wales, Welsh timelines of important events and the history behind the most beautiful castles in the world. We will study the tourist industry, population trends and diversity and the good old Welsh weather and climate.

Within our literacy lessons, we will be studying the novel 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' written by Roald Dahl. We will be exploring Wonka's factory with Charlie as we discover our our imagination through biographies and creative writing. 

Our maths this term will be exploring large numbers, looking at different angles, calculating area, finding tenths and hundredths in fractions, as well as converting between different units of measurement.

Don’t forget to keep checking your “Mymaths” page for extra help and to complete all tasks set.

Within our RE lessons this term we will be focusing on Branch 3 of our Curriculum, “Galilee to Jerusalem”. We will study the meaning of the Beatitudes, the importance of prayer and the significance of Elijah and Moses at the Transfiguration.

Our virtues this term are asking us to become “Grateful” and “Generous".

Grateful for their own gifts, for the gift of other people, and for the blessings of each day; and generous with their gifts, becoming men and women for others..

We will continue to develop our Welsh language and build upon our ICT skills using google classroom and a range of apps and resources. We will be introducing  you to the Ukulele and we will be looking forward to taking part in edible garden activities and using our new school library.

Don’t forget to keep checking your “BUG CLUB” and “MYMATHS” pages and updated maths targets will be reguarly posted on our class page.                   

I hope we can have a wonderful term together and remember to continue to be the best that we can be!

Miss Lia

Don’t forget to come along to our class mass. Thursday January 16^th at 9:30 at St John Lloyd Church.

You are also invited to come to school to join in with our Parental Engagement activity on Friday February 7^th