Welcome to Year 5!

Year 5 is split into Sir Isaac Newton Class and James Watson Class.

Mrs Burdett's class is named the Sir Isaac Newton Class in recognition of one of the greatest scientists of all time. Sir Isaac Newton made ground-breaking discoveries about forces, motion, and gravity, which completely changed the way people understood the world around them. His famous laws of motion and his explanation of gravity continue to shape science and technology today.

 

Mrs Stone and Miss Strode's class is named after the scientist James Watson.

James Dewey Watson was an American molecular biologist, geneticist, and zoologist. In 1953, he and Francis Crick co-authored an academic paper in Nature proposing the double helix structure of the DNA molecule.

We celebrate our differences and know that we are each special in our own way – and our DNA helps us to be unique while also connecting us to our family and heritage.

Luke Jerram's Gaia

On Tuesday 4th November, Year 5 showed great resilience and enthusiasm as they braved the wet and windy weather to visit Gaia, the breathtaking art installation created by Luke Jerram. Despite the rain, the children were captivated by the magnificent, illuminated model of Earth, which offered a powerful reminder of our planet’s beauty and fragility. Standing beneath the giant globe, they marvelled at the realistic detail and scale, gaining a new perspective on the world we all share. It was a memorable experience that sparked thoughtful discussion and awe, proving that a little bad weather can’t dampen Year 5’s curiosity and spirit!

History – Victorians

During the autumn term, Year 5 enjoyed a memorable visit from a Victorian school teacher, who brought their history learning to life. The children had the opportunity to step back in time and experience what a typical Victorian classroom would have been like, including strict rules, traditional lessons, and very different expectations of behaviour. This immersive experience helped support the children’s learning about the Victorians, sparking curiosity and thoughtful discussions about how education has changed over time.

DT

Year 5 have had a busy and exciting year in DT, developing a wide range of practical skills and knowledge. During the autumn term, they drew inspiration from Isambard Kingdom Brunel and applied their understanding of his engineering achievements to design and build their own wooden bridges, using tools such as saws and glue guns safely and effectively. In the spring term, the children explored their creativity through working with clay, carefully shaping and constructing detailed Viking longships linked to their history learning. Looking ahead to the summer term, Year 5 will continue to build on their practical skills by learning how to use utensils safely as they prepare and make their own Greek salads, combining food technology with healthy eating.