Year 5

Year 5

Welcome to Year 5, in Year 5 we aim to nurture and build on existing knowledge as well as excite and inspire with new learning experiences. Here are some examples of our learning experiences so far this year.

How parents can help at home 

‘Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body’ – Joseph Addison

At home, there are several ways parents can support their child’s learning. One of the most effective ways is by listening to your child read at least three times a week. Reading is a key motivator for language acquisition and greatly enhances children’s ability to write. It also provides them with the opportunity to escape into different worlds and fuel their imagination. In addition to reading, completing homework projects from the termly grid, which focus on the topics being covered in class, helps reinforce what they’re learning. Another simple but valuable way to support your child is by asking them how their day has been and showing interest in their learning. Be curious and engaged—it encourages a love of learning.

Parental Engagement

At Dormanstown, we believe that parental involvement is crucial to a child’s success and development. In Year 5, we warmly welcome parents into the classroom each term to share in their child’s learning experiences. This hands-on involvement allows parents to see firsthand what their child is working on and strengthens the connection between home and school. We deeply value the support that parents provide, as it plays an essential role in fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. Together, we can help children achieve their full potential and create lasting memories of their educational journey.

Key Learning Expectations for Year 5 Students

By the end of Year 5, children are expected to meet specific learning objectives outlined in the National Curriculum. In English, they should be able to write effectively for a range of purposes, using varied sentence structures, punctuation, and spelling patterns. They should also read and understand a wide range of texts, summarising main ideas and identifying key details. In Mathematics, Year 5 pupils should confidently multiply and divide numbers up to four digits by one or two digits, understand and use equivalent fractions, and convert between different units of measurement. They should also have a good understanding of geometry, including angles, properties of shapes, and position and direction. In Science, children should demonstrate knowledge of the properties of materials, the life cycles of different organisms, the forces affecting motion, and the Earth’s movement in space. Additionally, students are expected to develop skills in History, Geography, and Art, such as investigating historical events, understanding map skills, and using a range of artistic techniques. Across all subjects, pupils should develop increasing independence, critical thinking, and the ability to apply their knowledge in different contexts.

Useful Links

• Y5 Long Term Plan 2024/25 Download