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Class Teacher
Mr Marr
Curriculum Information for Autumn 2019
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Homework
NOTE: Weekly (sent out Friday, expected in the following Thursday) or daily.
Maths
- Mathletics task (weekly)
- Arithmetic calculations (daily)
Spellings
- Five new spellings and a strategy (weekly)
Reading
- Children will be expected to read for a minimum of 15-30 minutes. (Daily)
English/Topic
- A different task each week; either writing, research or comprehension.(Weekly – Each task to be presented neatly in their homework book)
Primary Homework Guidelines
Year 1 & 2(Age 5-7)
- Reading, spelling, other literacy work and number work (1 hour a week)
Year 3 & 4(Age 7-9)
- Literacy and numeracy work and occasional assignments in other subjects (1.5 hours a week)
Year 5 & 6 (Age 9-11)
- Regular weekly schedule with continued emphasis on literacy and numeracy but also ranging widely over the curriculum (30 minutes a day)
How you can help
- Please ensure your child has the appropriate PE kit in school every day.
- Label all clothes clearly.
- Ensure that your child does the set homework each week.
- Monitor the amount of time your child spends reading
- Support your child with tables and spellings
- Speak to the class teacher if you have any concerns
- Discuss your child’s learning targets
- Encourage your child to take responsibility for their homework and learning.
