Year 5/6 News 

Literacy

This term, students are developing their understanding of sentence structure by learning to identify and create grammatically correct simple, compound and complex sentences. They are focusing on using correct punctuation and capital letters, identifying subjects and predicates, and extending their writing through the use of sentence stems and their own ideas. Students are also strengthening their comprehension skills through regular reading activities, including comprehension exercises that encourage them to think deeply about texts and make connections to their reading.

Students are further developing their persuasive writing skills by researching environmental issues and learning how to communicate their ideas effectively. They are identifying causes and impacts of environmental challenges, gathering information from reliable sources, and using persuasive techniques such as emotive language, rhetorical questions, facts and repetition. Their learning culminates in writing a persuasive letter with a clear introduction, supporting arguments, conclusion and call to action.

Grade 5/6 Parent Teacher Interview Reminder

A reminder to Year 5/6 families to book your Parent Teacher Interview via XUNO. Interviews provide a valuable opportunity to discuss your child's progress, celebrate their achievements and set goals for the remainder of the year.

Semester 1 reports will be available to view on XUNO from Tuesday 23rd June, and families are encouraged to read their child's report before attending their interview.

Year 5/6 interview times are:

• 8:00am – 11:00am

• 3:45pm – 4:45pm

   

Appointments are 10 minutes in duration and will be held face-to-face on Thursday 25th June 2026.

Bookings close at 3:00pm on Wednesday 24th June.

Please note that students will attend school as normal on this day.