Year 5 Update

Our Learning Weeks 5 & 6

Maths

In Maths Year 5 students have begun working on their Probability and Graphing unit, where we will explore chance experiments, outcomes and how to accurately display and graph data gathered. 

English

In English, our Year 5 students are continuing to read The Blue Cat, exploring how the author creates mood, develops characters and uses symbols to communicate deeper meanings. Students are examining how descriptive language, characters’ actions and dialogue shape our understanding of the story.

Through reading and discussion, students are also exploring first- and third-person perspectives and considering how the way a story is told influences our connection with its characters. They are using evidence from the text to explain their ideas and applying these techniques in their own writing.

Our learning continues to encourage students to consider how war impacts ordinary life, including changes to daily routines, relationships and people’s sense of safety and belonging.

Inquiry 

In Inquiry, students are beginning to develop a group project where they will be collaborating to make a design that meets the needs of a real world problem. This task allows students to work together while learning about real world sustainability issues that they can address. 

SEL 

During SEL lessons, our Year 5 students have been exploring common problems they may experience at school and in everyday life, such as friendship disagreements, feeling left out and managing frustration. Students are learning to describe these situations clearly and consider how those involved might feel.

Through discussions, role-play and shared scenarios, students are developing helpful, respectful advice for managing problems. They are practising strategies such as listening to others, communicating calmly, considering different perspectives and seeking support from a trusted adult when needed.

Year 5 Reminders 

• Please sign up for an account for our upcoming Colour Explosion Fun Run! 
• Weekly reading and recording in their diaries - signed by an adult. 
• Hats are to be worn until the end of the year. 
• With the warmer weather, if students are bringing deodorant to school pleasure ensure that are bringing roll on to ensure we are keeping all students safe in the classroom. 
• Please check on compass to provide permission for upcoming Year 5 events!