From the Year 6 Classroom

Dear Year 6 Families, 

It has been another busy and productive few weeks in our classroom! Here’s a snapshot of what your children have been working on and what’s coming up next. 

Literacy 

We are just about to finish our class novel, A Ghost in My Suitcase, and will soon begin a new text, A Silver Donkey. The students have thoroughly enjoyed the text, unpacking the story and sharing their predictions. 

A Silver Donkey  Set in wartime Australia, this novel follows a young girl who befriends a mysterious injured soldier hiding in the bush. As she learns his secret, themes of courage, loyalty, and compassion are explored in a powerful and moving way. 

In writing, we are wrapping up our persuasive pieces on “Why it’s important to learn our family history.” Students have shown great thought and personal connection in their arguments. We will now be moving into narrative writing, focusing on developing characters, setting, and engaging story openings. 

Mathematics 

This week we commenced our Order of Operations unit. It has become clear that many students would benefit from further consolidation of their times tables. Regular practice at home (even just 5–10 minutes a day) will make a big difference to their confidence and success in this area. 

Inquiry 

In Inquiry, students are completing an assessment task in the form of a poster explaining the dimensions of health. They are learning how physical, social, emotional, and spiritual health all work together to support wellbeing. 

 Religious Education – Lent 

We are in the middle of our Lenten unit, where students are learning about the meaning of Lent as a time of reflection, prayer, and preparation for Easter. We have been discussing ways we can show kindness, make positive choices, and think about how our actions affect others. Students are encouraged to consider small sacrifices or acts of service they can offer during this season. 

Sport 

We wish all students competing in the Divisional  Swimming  the very best of luck. We are proud of you for giving it a go and representing our school! 

Reminders 

• School photos are on Thursday. Please ensure students are in full and correct school uniform. 
• A reminder of the importance of wearing correct school uniform each day. It helps promote pride in our school and sets a positive tone for learning. 

Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support. It is wonderful to see the students continuing to grow in confidence and independence as we move through the term. 

Kind regards,  

Year 6 Teachers