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Class 5

Welcome to Class 5

Mini Movers Club

Lots of fun has been had this term in James' Mini Movers - with two older children assistants. They have spent some time working on interacting with props to enhance their movements. The children have used a clear plastic ball to represent a floating bubble.

Joe Wicks

We joined hundreds of other schools in a high-energy workout to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week. We discovered how moving our bodies can boost our mood, build resilience and support our mental wellbeing. Both staff and children enjoyed fifteen minutes of exercises in the hall - what a great end to our school day!

Sacconi Quartet

What a special treat we had today! The incredible Sacconi Quartet delivered a phenomenal performance and workshop with us in the school hall and what an amazing privilege it was. We were so lucky to experience such a special performance from this world famous classical music string quartet. We learnt that the Sacconi Quartet was founded in 2001 by four graduates of the Royal College of Music, Ben, Hannah, Robin and Cara. We also learnt some Italian words about the way the mus

Science Workshop

The children have been very fortunate to be visited by one of our wonderful parents, Lori Fischer, who is a biologist. She came in to speak to all of the children about bioplastics and even demonstrated how they can be produced from a natural substance... Starch, which can be extracted from potatoes or corn! She then allowed the children to have a go at making their own bioplastics by using corn starch. All the children were fascinated by the process! Thank you so much for vo

Confirmation 2026

This week we held our annual confirmation service. Ten of our pupils were confirmed and it was lovely to welcome Bishop Rise to lead the service. Confirmation is a special church service in which a person confirms the promises that were made for them when they were baptised. Bishop Rose laid her hands on their heads and asked God’s Holy Spirit to give them the strength and commitment to live God’s way for the rest of their life. The children sang beautifully and were brillian

Easter Service 2026

On the final day of term, our school community came together for a very special Easter service at St Eanswythe's Church. Over the past few weeks, the children have been busy preparing songs, poems, artwork and readings to help retell the Easter story. It was a truly collaborative celebration, with every class contributing something unique and meaningful. The service began with a joyful reflection on Palm Sunday, with Ducklings waving palm leaves and singing, setting the scene

St Eanswythe's Easter Bonnet Parade 2026

This week, the children of St Eanswythe’s took part in our much-loved Easter Bonnet Parade, bringing a wonderful splash of colour and creativity to our local community. After some careful crafting at home, the children arrived at school proudly with their spectacular Easter bonnets. Each one was unique, decorated with bright spring flowers, chicks, eggs and ribbons, a real celebration of the season! We then set off on a special parade around The Bayle and the churchyard of St

Yr 5 Maths Challenge

Today four Year 5 pupils went to Folkestone Academy to participate in a primary school's Maths Challenge. A total of eighteen schools faced six rounds of varied types of questions. There was a speed round, logic puzzles, a murder mystery to solve, a group challenge, a crossnumber and a set of relay questions. Our children showed perseverance whilst working their brains really hard. They did a fantastic job and came 3rd overall. Well done you made us proud.

Glendale Reading

This term, we have continued to visit Glendale to read to some of the residents. Our reading buddies kindly give up some of their free time to listen to our children read. The reading activities are enjoyed by everyone.

Astor Dance Performance

Today twenty children from James’ Dance Club went to Astor School in Dover to participate in a multi school dance festival. Every one of our girls performed confidently with great stage presence. Thank you to all the parents for providing costumes and for offering help with transport. The children behaved extremely well and were a credit to the school. They should all be very proud of themselves. Thanks James for all your hard work.

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Class 5 latest blogs

Dear Parents / Carers
Welcome back to another exciting term! We have a fantastic and engaging half-term planned that will quickly get everyone back into learning.

This term's learning has a focus on exploration, architecture, and the legacy of trailblazers, stretching from the history of the Anglo-Saxons to the future of 3D design.

Maths:
In Maths, we continue with the White Rose Maths scheme, moving into our blocks on Shape and Position and Direction. We will be building an understanding of these concepts through the following key areas:

Understanding and using degrees to measure turns.
Classifying, estimating, and measuring angles up to 180∘.
Calculating angles around a point and on a straight line.
Distinguishing between regular and irregular polygons.
Reading, plotting, and solving problems using coordinates.
Reflecting and translating shapes on a coordinate grid.

English:
In English, our Talk for Writing unit revolves around Biographies. The children will explore the lives of significant individuals, learning how to structure chronological reports and use formal language to record key achievements. We will focus on using relative clauses, cohesive devices to link paragraphs, and capturing a clear, informative voice.

Science:
Our Science topic this term is Reproduction in Animals. We will be exploring the diverse ways different animal groups reproduce, comparing life cycles, and understanding the processes of sexual and asexual reproduction.

History:
In History, we are diving into the world of the Anglo-Saxons. We will investigate where they came from, why they settled in Britain, and what life was like in an Anglo-Saxon village. The children will also explore the impact of their religion, laws, and the legendary struggle against Viking invaders.

Art & Computing:
In Art, we are moving into 3 Dimensions with a focus on Architecture. We will introduce the children to the role of architects and the structural elements of buildings. The children will then plan and construct their own 3D architectural models, considering form, stability, and aesthetic design.

In Computing, we are developing our digital design skills through 3D Modelling. The children will learn how to use specialised software to create and manipulate three-dimensional objects on a screen, understanding how to adjust dimensions, combine shapes, and view their creations from multiple perspectives.

The Wider Curriculum:

RE: Our core learning will centre around Islam, exploring the key beliefs, practices, and the significance of the Five Pillars in a Muslim's life.
Music: The children will be exploring and appraising Women Trailblazers in Music, learning about the influential female composers and performers who have shaped musical history.
PE: We will be heading outside for our summer sports, focusing on developing skills in Cricket and Rounders.

Spellings:
We continue with our embedded approach to learning spellings, maintaining the emphasis on independence. The class spelling ‘passport’ remains in use to celebrate progress, whether that is mastering a specific rule or showing consistent improvement in daily work.

Homework:
Reading continues to be expected for at least 20 minutes daily, with journals signed where possible. Home Learning Grids will continue to be set to consolidate skills and offer creative challenges. The children will receive their new homework grids shortly; please encourage them to choose a range of activities across different areas.

Reminders:

Please ensure children have their PE kits in school for our scheduled PE sessions on Mondays and Thursdays.
As the weather can still be quite unpredictable, please ensure your child has a clearly named coat and a hat for sunny days.

If you have any questions or need further support with your child's learning this term, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Warmly,

Miss Willson and Mr Brinkley