As role models for younger children, Redwoods take their whole school responsibilities seriously; they are expected to model excellent behaviour, a positive attitude towards school and learning, and take pride in their work at all times.
Learning in Redwoods is engaging and challenging. Redwoods children are exposed to a variety of teaching styles which ensure all children are excited and enthused in their learning, make the maximum possible progress while also developing independence.
Mr Abraham teaches Redwoods.
PE lessons are every Monday with Mr Abraham and Wednesdays with Mr Tanner (PE teacher).
Please ensure that PE kit is worn to school on these days.
Homework is designed to encourage independence. Our expectations are as follows:
- Reading on a daily basis (minimum of 15 minutes per day)
- Spellings taken from the Y5/6 and/or Y3/4 list (follow links below)
- Times Tables practice - this should include at least 15 x 1 minute sessions on TT Rock Stars (children all have their unique user ID and password which can be used to access from home)
- Project learning themed around our termly topic where the children will be able to choose from a range of activities designed to take their learning out of the classroom.
Redwoods Weekly Update - 26th April
Dear parents,
It’s been yet another fun week full of exciting activities! Some of our special events have been a visit from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, a trip to the Courtenay Centre for more work on the Stover Project tree planting, and our football tournament yesterday. Everyone had a great time and showed good sportsmanship, whether they won, lost or drew.
In English, we have been continuing to learn about the features of non-chronological reports including the use of formal language. In maths, we have finished our unit on area and perimeter. In topic, we are learning about the Mayan civilization by factfinding the Central America region. In science, we explored the difference between mass and gravity using Newton meters.
Well done to our star of the week, Nikitia, who has shown a positive attitude all week with her learning, supporting younger students, and being a great team player at the football tournament.
Have a lovely weekend!
Mr. Abraham
Joel Abraham
Y5/6 Teacher
Deanne Franke
Teaching Assistant
Chelsie Robbins
Teaching Assistant