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 .  

Welcome back to the start of a brand new year at St John Lloyd. Year 6 promises to be a fun-filled and exciting time for all of us, with lots of challenges and new beginnings to look forward to. I cannot wait to help you all learn and grow during your final year at St John Lloyd and am looking forward to our adventure together. Let's be the best we can be and have a wonderful year together.

Mr Sheehan 

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

Our new topic for the Autumn term takes us back in time to the era of WW2. We will be researching the lives of children at this time, the causes and consequences of war and the leaders of some of the countries involved. We hope to experience first hand the daunting prospect of sheltering from air raids and how gas masks were part of every day life. To help us really appreciate what life was like at this time, we will be studying novels that depict events of World War 2 from the eyes of children . We will be comparing and contrasting characters, developing our spelling and grammar skills and creating stories, reports and diaries.

Our maths this term will be exploring large numbers, using common factors to simplify fractions,  reflecting and translating shapes, as well as converting units of measure and of course practicing our 4 orders of operation. Don’t forget to keep checking your “Mymaths” page for extra help and to complete all tasks set.

Our RE topic this term is called “Creation and Covenant”.  We will be learning all about the second story of Creation (Genesis 2) and how God made the Earth for all of us. We discover how science is linked to the story of creation and its relevance to the story of evolution. 

Our virtues this term are asking us to be "Active" and "Curious". These virtues will help us to grow by leading us to be curious about the universe and all human activity, and to take increasing responsibility for our own learning. We will provide opportunities for you to be active and in the life of the school, the Church, and the wider community.  

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 regularly posted on our class page.                   

Dates for your diary –

• Friday September 6^th London trip (Year 6 only)
• Thursday 3rd October - Mass @ 9:30am in St John Lloyd