Year 5
Together we belong, together we succeed.
In Year 5, we are passionate about providing every child with opportunities to thrive, achieve and shine! Underpinned by our school values, we encourage children to embrace new challenges and grow in confidence as independent learners through a carefully planned curriculum and a supportive learning environment. Our exciting topics – Walk Like an Egyptian, To Infinity and Beyond and Spirit of Samba – are packed with hands-on experiences and meaningful learning opportunities that spark curiosity and help children make connections across the curriculum. Above all, we want every child to feel valued, develop a genuine love of learning and have the confidence to achieve their very best!
Our learning journey
Walk like an Egyptian
We kick-start our Year 5 learning by travelling back in time to explore the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt! Children enjoy an immersive workshop led by an Egyptian explorer, bringing history to life through stories, artefacts and first-hand insights into this ancient civilisation. They discover the beliefs and the gods and goddesses of the Ancient Egyptians, explore the mysteries of the pyramids and investigate the ever-popular topic of mummification. Our learning takes us beyond history as we explore the geography of deserts, discovering where they are found around the world, their physical features and the challenges they face. In science, children investigate the properties of different materials through practical experiments, testing and exploring their findings. Bringing our topic to life through art, children use a range of materials and techniques to create their own Pharaoh-inspired portraits.
To Infinity and Beyond
Our next adventure takes us out of this world as we explore the fascinating topic of space! Children discover the wonders of our Solar System, learning about the planets, the Moon, day and night and the changing seasons. In science, we investigate different forces, including gravity, air resistance and water resistance, through a range of practical experiments that encourage children to test ideas and explore scientific theories. A real highlight of our topic is an exciting visit to the National Space Centre in Leicester, where children have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of space and explore the wonders of space exploration. We also bring the universe directly into school with a visit from a mobile planetarium, giving children an immersive experience of the night sky and beyond! Our learning stretches beyond science as we explore the history of the Space Race and develop our geographical understanding of time zones, lines of latitude and longitude. In Design and Technology, children use cams to design and create their own working mechanisms, while in art, they take inspiration from artist Peter Thorpe to produce their own space-themed collagraph prints.
Spirit of Samba
Our final Year 5 topic takes us on an adventure into the tropical rainforests of the world, with a focus on the Amazon. In geography, children explore where rainforests are found, the communities who live there and the threats facing these environments. A highlight is a visit from a real-life rainforest explorer, who shares first-hand experiences and fascinating discoveries from deep within the Amazon! In history, children discover the Maya civilisation, exploring their beliefs, daily lives and archaeological remains, while comparing them with the Anglo-Saxons. In science, they investigate the seven life processes, reproduction and how humans change as they grow. Our creative learning continues in art and DT, where children use Batik to create nature-inspired artwork and develop their sewing skills to design and make their own stuffed animal.
As a team, we love celebrating every success, big or small, and we’re right there to guide and support pupils through any challenges they may encounter. Our school values are woven into everything we do and, by the end of the year, we hope they will be well-prepared and excited for the transition into Year 6.
