The New Forest Small School

Spring Term 2020

Maths

 

We will be consolidating all the maths skills we learnt last year and deepening our understanding further.  We will start to take all topics to the next level of learning and continue to develop our independence in our learning. 

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Geography

We will be studying a unit called 'Fantastic Places' this term.  This is an exciting unit of work which should instill a sense of wonder in the world around us!  Some topics we will look at are the Northern Lights and the Ancient & Modern Wonders of the World.

 

History

History in the Spring Term will be very much a time of Romans in Britain with specific focus on the use of technologies and resources...for instance,the construction of roads,forts and Hadrian's wall. We will also consider Roman influence beyond the parameters of Britain.

 

English

In English Literature, we will continue The Secret Garden with written work underpinning our reading, developing the use of quotation to back up points and observations around textual analysis.

 

In English Language, we will be focussing on descriptive writing with an emphasis both on the development of vocabulary use and the use of language techniques for impact and effect.

 

Music

More detailed work on intervals here, as well as learning new & seasonal songs. We are going to experiment with working in two groups as well. 

 

Art

For this term we will be looking at the theme of ‘trees’. We will be exploring the beauty of

trees in winter and looking at their transformation through spring into summer. Artists

research include Gustav Klimt’s the tree of life and David Hockney’s landscapes. We will be

experimenting with a range of materials such as charcoal, chalks, inks, watercolour, oil

pastel, mixed media, clay and wire to create both 2D and 3D work.

 

Science

In science Upper primary continue to consolidate and extend their understanding of practical investigations and fair testing.  They will look at how science relates to the real world and the importance and exitement of all things scientific.

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AutumnTerm 2019

English 

This term in English Literature we will be studying the wonderful book ’The Secret Garden’ by Frances Hodgson-Burnett.  This will also form the basis for work in English Language around comprehension (reading for meaning) and understanding of functional techniques.

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Maths

We will be consolidating all the maths skills we learnt last year and deepening our understanding further.  We will start to take all topics to the next level of learning and continue to develop our independence in our learning.  In particular we will be looking at fractions and working with negative numbers. 

Science

Upper Primary have started their transition to Key Stage 3 by learning about some of the core skills of scientific investigation - planning experiments, collecting data and drawing graphs.  We will be going on to learn about cells and microscopes, and then building on their earlier learning about forces and the states of matter.

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History

In History we continue to consider The Iron Age but from the perspective of Ancient Greece and the beginnings of the rise of ’The Romans’.

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Geography

This term we will continue to look at the Environment - in particular at the issue of waste management and recycling, the impact of the textile industry, and how we can live a more sustainable lifestyle.  We will also look at sustainable solutions for people living in poorer countries around the world.

DT

This coming term our NFSS DT enthusiasts will be working on a diverse range of projects. 

 

Kindergarten are currently learning all about tool use and safety, Lower Primary will be working on their Fairy/Miniature gardens, Middle primary are focused on Miniature worlds or Teddies, whilst Upper Primary will be working on an independent basis with work ranging from Textile design through to electronics.

It's going to be a productive term!

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Music

We are learning the basic notes in an octave on the keyboard, and then learning 2 folk tunes, which we will perform to the class in groups, and be assessed on. After half term, we will be learning Christmas songs. 

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Art

This term we will be looking at Aboriginal art. We will be researching traditional types of
artwork and having ago at a range of activities including making natural paint, dot patterns,
sand drawings, body art, printing and artefact making/decorating.
We will also be looking at the 19th century western art movement of ‘Pointillism’.

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Spanish

Upper primary will be working on:

• Days of the week

• Sports 

• Hobbies and interests 

• Musical instruments

• Places to visit 

• Christmas in Spanish and Latin America

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Summer Term 2019

English Language

This term we will consolidate and extend functional skills we have been developing throughout the year.  There will be lots of opportunities for creative thinking about different ways of presenting information, for instance in sequenced, pictorial format.

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English Literature

We will complete our study of  'Goodnight Mr.Tom' and explore the development of written techniques involved in analysis and review.

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Maths

We spent much of last term recapping on many topic areas we have already looked at but consolidating this learning.  In particular we looked at Area & Perimeter, 2D & 3D shapes, fractions, negative numbers and money.  New concepts we have learned about are Ratio and the beginnings of BODMAS.  Other topics we will be looking at before the end of the year are calculator use, rounding and averages.

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Science

We will focus on New Forest ecology for most of this term - learning to identify common birds, animals, mini beasts, plants and trees, and finding out how they are all linked to each other.  We're looking forward to making new wall displays with the results of our 'I Spy Challenge' after half term.  We'll also be looking at the links between nature connection and mental health, and thinking about practical ways to stay engaged with the natural world.

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Science Theory

This term we will be studying the creation of our solar system and our beautiful and precious Planet Earth. We will be looking at how all the planets were created out of stardust from our new sun, how water arrived on Earth courtesy of comets and how the moon was created. We will then go on to look at the other 8 planets in our solar system.

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History

Our explorations take us further forward into The Iron Age and the appearance of The Romans as our prehistory modules come to an end.

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Philosophy, Beliefs and Ethics

We will take a closer look at the foundation of the three Abrahamic faiths.

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Geography

Last term we started learning Map skills - including grid references.  We got to know our local area better by studying large scale maps of the area.  We also improved our location knowledge of the UK & Europe.  This term we will continue to develop our Map skills looking at scale & relief.  We are also going to learn about global warming.

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DT

All three of the Primary classes are currently in various stages of project work. We have teddies, board games, toys and lamps all on the go. These should all be finished over the next few weeks.

Once those are completed, we are going to dedicate the rest of our DT time to putting the finishing touches to the tree house. It's almost there...Just a few tweaks and safety checks needed before the grand opening! 

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Music

We have our work cut out preparing for a big concert in the last week of the Summer Term, Wednesday 3rd July.

As both of these half terms (5 & 6) are so short, we are focusing on our repertoire for the big day.

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Upper Primary will be singing:

1. Something Just Like This (With Flavio on guitar).

2. When I Grow Up - from Matilda.

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If you want to help your child, please sing along to any recordings/YouTube etc of these songs.

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https://www.youtube.com/FM7MFYoyIVs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96JDkl2tBhl

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Have fun!

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Art

We will be finishing off our 'Patterns' project.  We will be developing designs and motifs, investigating repeat pattern and over laying, cutting stamps and printing final design onto fabric.

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Spanish

This term the children will be learning vocabulary related to food and drink.  I will introduce the children to being able to express their likes and dislikes, healthy eating, at the bakery, breakfast and dinner.  They will concentrate on singular and plural nouns and adjective agreements.  They will also learn how to order drinks at a cafe.  Towards the end of the term we will move on to hobbies and interests.

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PSHE

We are deepening our meditation/quiet sitting practice and sharing of gratitude.  We will also be sharing our hopes, dreams, fears and worries and will be discussing how we can affect positive change in ourselves and the world!