WELCOME TO REDWOODS
Redwoods class is the home to the oldest children in our school – Years 5 and 6.
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 Thursday with Mrs Bamber (PE teacher). Â
Please ensure that PEÂ 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.
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If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. The best time to speak to us is at the end of the day, but if it is urgent, please leave a message at the office and we will get back to you at our earliest convenience or email: adminbearnes@thelink.academy
Redwoods Class Update 12th September 2025
Welcome to the Redwoods Class! We’ve had a lovely first full week back at school full of learning as we get to know each other and settle into our class routines.
In English, we have been reading The Tear Thief and retelling the plot using a story map. In maths, we are learning about place value up to 10,000,000. In topic, we are exploring why Anne Boleyn was executed by King Henry VIII. In art, we investigated colour theory and made tints, tones and shades. In P.E. we are learning how to play basketball. In computing, we are using Crumble devices to learn about selection in physical computing. In science, we studied the five different kingdoms of living creatures and their features.
For home learning this week, please make sure your child is reading for at least 30 minutes every day. They should bring home their yellow Reading Record book every day for an adult to sign and confirm that the student has read for 30 minutes. They can read a home book or bring home their class reading book.
Next Wednesday we will have a cross country run at Stover School. Students should come to school at the normal time wearing their P.E. kit, with water bottles, packed lunch (if not ordered from school), a coat and possibly a change of shoes in case of wet and muddy fields.
We have also voted for our House Captains and Vice Captains who will support their houses during school events. Well done to Olivia, Charlie, Reeva, Brody, Lincoln, Ayrton, Leo and Yousuf - I’m sure you’ll do a great job!
Another well done to our Star of the Week, Jack, who has shown a great positive learning attitude in his first week back.
Have a lovely weekend,
Welcome to the Redwoods Class! We’ve had a lovely first full week back at school full of learning as we get to know each other and settle into our class routines.
In English, we have been reading The Tear Thief and retelling the plot using a story map. In maths, we are learning about place value up to 10,000,000. In topic, we are exploring why Anne Boleyn was executed by King Henry VIII. In art, we investigated colour theory and made tints, tones and shades. In P.E. we are learning how to play basketball. In computing, we are using Crumble devices to learn about selection in physical computing. In science, we studied the five different kingdoms of living creatures and their features.
For home learning this week, please make sure your child is reading for at least 30 minutes every day. They should bring home their yellow Reading Record book every day for an adult to sign and confirm that the student has read for 30 minutes. They can read a home book or bring home their class reading book.
Next Wednesday we will have a cross country run at Stover School. Students should come to school at the normal time wearing their P.E. kit, with water bottles, packed lunch (if not ordered from school), a coat and possibly a change of shoes in case of wet and muddy fields.
We have also voted for our House Captains and Vice Captains who will support their houses during school events. Well done to Olivia, Charlie, Reeva, Brody, Lincoln, Ayrton, Leo and Yousuf - I’m sure you’ll do a great job!
Another well done to our Star of the Week, Jack, who has shown a great positive learning attitude in his first week back.
Have a lovely weekend,
Mr. Abraham
