Connect Year 6
Key Dates
- 19 May 2026
- 02:30 Maths Open Afternoon - Information session in Library
- 03:30 Maths Afternoon - 3.30pm
- 11am- 3pm DISTRICT CROSS COUNTRY
- 26 May 2026
- All Day sausage sizzle PTF
- 09:15am- 09:45am Smoking Ceremony - National Sorry Day
- 27 May 2026
- 12pm- 12:30pmNational Simultaneous Story Time
- 28 May 2026
- 08:30am- 3:15pm Smile squad - existing students
- 29 May 2026
- All Day Curriculum Day
McClelland Visit
Last week all of the Grade 6 students were able to have a taste of Year 7 at McClelland College. Across the three classes the students were able to take part in a Home Economics (Cooking) activity, Sport and even a fashion activity! It was great to see how a large Secondary School operates and we were able to have McClelland students act as mentors with the activities. I’m glad to say that the Grade 6 students of Skye Primary took it all in their stride and on the whole, had a very enjoyable experience.
The Next Fortnight of Learning
Mathematics
The Grade 6 students are about to enter the exciting world of 3D objects. Over the next fortnight, students will investigate how shapes work in three dimensions and discover that there’s much more to a prism than meets the eye.
We’ll be exploring the features and properties of different 3D objects, learning how to describe and classify them like real geometry experts. Students will also investigate cross-sections , the shapes you get when slicing through a 3D object. (Yes, it’s a little like mathematical cake cutting… but sadly without the cake.)
A big focus will be on prisms, including how their orientation and point of view can completely change what we see. Students will practise identifying objects from different angles and explore lines of symmetry hidden within shapes.
There will be plenty of hands-on activities, model building, drawing challenges and problem-solving tasks designed to stretch their thinking and spatial awareness. By the end of the unit, students will be seeing cubes, prisms and pyramids everywhere they go.
As if that wasn’t enough mathematical excitement, our students will also dive into the world of number patterns and algebra. They’ll investigate how repeating sequences and rules can create predictable patterns, then learn how mathematicians use algebraic equations to describe them. From growing patterns to mystery number challenges, students will practise spotting relationships, predicting future terms and explaining the rules behind patterns. It’s a little like becoming a maths detective, searching for clues, cracking codes and discovering that numbers often follow secret rules hiding in plain sight!
Literacy
We are well into our novel study of the book Can You See Me? Throughout this unit, students are exploring the experiences of the protagonist, Tally, an autistic girl navigating the many challenges of starting secondary school and understanding the world around her.
The novel provides powerful insights into how Tally interprets everyday situations differently from others. Things many people take for granted, such as casual sayings, social cues and figurative language are often taken literally by Tally, making day-to-day life challenging at times. As readers, students are developing a deeper understanding of empathy, inclusion and the importance of recognising that everyone experiences the world differently.
Alongside our reading, students are expanding their vocabulary and engaging in rich discussions about character, perspective and personal growth. On the writing side of the unit, students are taking an in-depth look at persuasive writing, focusing on the key structures, language features and techniques needed to become effective and convincing writers.
Science
Our Grade 6 scientists are continuing their exciting journey through space as we continue our unit all about the Sun, Earth, the Moon and the Solar System! Over the next few weeks, students will explore how the Sun sits at the centre of our solar system and provides Earth with the energy needed for life.
Students will investigate the movement of Earth and the other planets around the Sun, learning how gravity acts as the invisible force that keeps planets, moons and satellites in place. Through hands-on models and experiments, they’ll discover that gravity is constantly at work keeping our feet firmly on the ground while also holding the entire solar system together.
We will also explore Earth’s revolution around the Sun and uncover why one complete orbit takes 365.25 days, giving us our calendar year (and the reason leap years exist!). Students will model Earth’s rotation and tilt to explain day and night, changing daylight hours and the seasons we experience throughout the year.
The Moon will also take centre stage as students investigate how it moves around Earth and why we can see it shining in the night sky. They’ll learn that the Moon doesn’t produce its own light but reflects light from the Sun.
There will be plenty of interactive activities, model building and space-themed investigations along the way. By the end of the unit, students may well become the family experts on all things space so prepare for some fascinating conversations about gravity, orbits and the Moon!
Well Being
Over the coming weeks, students will continue exploring the importance of personal and cultural strengths and the positive role they play in shaping identity, relationships and decision-making. Through class discussions, reflective activities and collaborative tasks, students will learn to recognise the wide range of strengths that people bring from their backgrounds, experiences and personalities.
A strong focus will also be placed on developing self-awareness and understanding how we can draw upon our own strengths when faced with challenges, setbacks or difficult situations. Students will examine how resilience, empathy, kindness, perseverance and cultural understanding can help people respond positively to everyday situations both inside and outside the classroom.
These learning experiences aim to build confidence, respect and a greater appreciation for diversity within our community. By encouraging students to reflect on their own unique qualities and those of others, we hope to empower them to approach challenges with confidence, understanding and an open mind.
Bronze Awards
Congratulations to our very first Bronze award recipient, Jack Sanderson. Bronze awards are presented to students once they reach 75 Dojo points. Jack consistently follows the Skye expected behaviours and is a worthy recipient. Well done Jack!
Until next time, keep well! All the best, from Ms. Grant, Mr. Taberner and Mrs. Hammill