Year 5 & Year 6 (Eyam, Darley Dale & Crich)
Welcome.
Welcome to Year 5 & Year 6. We have three parallel classes: Eyam (Y5), Darley Dale (Y6) and Crich (Y6). Please take a look at the information below to find out what we will be learning about in the Summer Terms.
Thank you,
Mr West, Mrs Newman and Mr Hunter.
Key days each week.
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| Thursday | Eyam swim in the Summer Term. This will be in a 15 week block.
PE day- Please wear the provided PE uniform. | PE day- Please wear the provided PE uniform.
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What are we learning this term?
Our enquiry question for the Summer Term 2026 is:
The driver for this enquiry is Art, are enquiry question is What influences imagination?
As part of our Art investigation this term, we will be exploring the imaginative and colourful work of Antoni Gaudí, one of the world's most influential architects. Famous for his unique style, Gaudí drew inspiration from nature, incorporating flowing shapes, intricate details and vibrant mosaics into his designs. We will study some of his most iconic creations, including Sagrada Família and Park Güell, to understand how he used colour, texture and form to bring his ideas to life.
Using Gaudí's work as inspiration, pupils will experiment with a range of artistic techniques and materials before designing and creating their own sculptures. By the end of the term, each child will have produced a unique three-dimensional piece that reflects Gaudí's creativity, innovation and love of the natural world. ðĻð§ĐðïļâĻ
In English, we are delving into the mysterious world of Dracula by Bram Stoker. Through exploring the novel's suspenseful atmosphere, vivid descriptions and unforgettable characters, pupils will be inspired to write their own engaging first-person narratives, bringing their stories to life from the perspective of the narrator.
In Science, we are becoming animal detectives as we explore the fascinating world of animal classification. Pupils will investigate how living things are grouped and learn to identify the key differences between vertebrates (animals with a backbone) and invertebrates (animals without a backbone), using observation, discussion and scientific enquiry to uncover what makes each group unique. ðĶīððū
In Maths, we will be exploring a range of exciting concepts as we develop our problem-solving and reasoning skills. Pupils will investigate shape, position and direction, deepen their understanding of decimals and negative numbers, and learn how to convert between different units of measure. Later in the term, we will put our mathematical thinking into action as we explore volume and discover how maths helps us make sense of the world around us. ðððĒðĶ
Swimming
Eyam class will swim in the Summer Term.
Swimming lessons take place during the school day at Queens Park Sports Centre.
Author of the Term
Darley Dale
Holes by Louis Sachar is a gripping and mysterious adventure story filled with humour, friendship and secrets from the past. The novel follows Stanley Yelnats, who is sent to Camp Green Lake, a strange detention camp where the boys spend every day digging holes in the desert. As Stanley uncovers clues about the camp’s hidden history, he begins to realise that everything is connected in unexpected ways. The story explores themes such as friendship, justice, perseverance and fate, while keeping readers hooked with twists, flashbacks and suspense throughout. |
Eyam Wonder by R. J. Palacio is a heartwarming and inspiring story about kindness, friendship and acceptance. The novel follows August "Auggie" Pullman, a ten-year-old boy with a facial difference, as he starts attending school for the first time after being homeschooled. |
Crich The Last Wild by Piers Torday is an exciting and thought-provoking adventure story set in a future world where animals have almost disappeared. The story follows Kester Jaynes, a boy who has been unable to speak since his mother's death and is living in a children's home. One day, he discovers that he can communicate with animals, and they need his help. |
