St John's Church of England Primary School

Year 5/6 Autumn 2 2025 

Dear Parents,

As we embark on this exciting half term, we are thrilled to let you know that our first topic will be the First World War. It’s a truly poignant subject that we will explore from various angles, including some creative writing in Literacy. The children will engage in writing letters home from the perspective of a soldier, allowing them to let their imaginations run wild. We will also delve into persuasive writing, producing pieces inspired by the war propaganda of the era. This learning will intertwine with our History and Geography lessons as we investigate the countries involved in the conflict and reflect on its global impact.

Another important aspect of our curriculum will be leading Remembrance across the school, culminating in our very own Remembrance worship. We will share specific details with you via Class Dojo, so please keep an eye out!

In Maths, we’ll be focusing on multiplication and division strategies before embarking on an exploration of fractions, where tailored resources will be at the heart of learning to ensure that every child feels included and confident in their mathematical journeys.

In Science, we are set to explore evolution and inheritance, learning about how different animals adapt to their environments.

In RE, we’ll dive into the concepts of Ahimsa, Ummah, and Grace, discussing the impact of these beliefs on followers of different religions.

We will wrap up the half term with our Christmas service at St John's church, and we warmly invite you to join us! More details will follow via Class Dojo.

Thanks for all of your continued support

The Upper Key Stage 2 Team