What we do in the Swifts.........

In the Swifts, the children are involved in a range of different learning experiences. Often the class topic is linked with our English focus. During many of the lessons, the children are practicing reading and writing. Please work with your children at home to practice their reading and writing.

English

In English we will read the story of ‘The Highway Rat’, which is about a rat stealing food from all of the travellers. This story will help us when we learn about a famous highwayman from Bedford in history. We are going to focus on understanding the events that happen in the story and why they happen. We will look at the key features of the text. We will then read a news report called 'Local Hero Wins Medal'. We will retell the story from the report by exploring the language used and mapping out the events to assist with re-telling the events. We will later explore the different features shown within the text and rewriting these features through short bursts of shared writing.

Maths

In Maths, the children will begin the term by exploring practical topics such as mass, capacity, and temperature, helping them develop a solid understanding of measurement in real-life contexts. As the weeks progress, they will move on to learning about fractions and telling the time, building on their existing knowledge and applying it in different ways. Towards the end of the term, we will be revisiting and consolidating all the key concepts covered so far, ensuring the children are confident and well-prepared as they continue their maths journey.  

Science

In Science, the children will be learning all about habitats and the fascinating ways animals and plants are suited to the environments they live in. They will explore a variety of habitats—from woodlands and oceans to deserts and polar regions—investigating how living things depend on each other for survival. Through hands-on activities, discussions, and observations, the children will develop a deeper understanding of the natural world and the importance of protecting different habitats across the globe.

Castles

This term, we will be learning about Castles. We will explore the history of castles and what the first type of castles looked like. We will think about the different people who would have lived in the castle grounds. We are going to learn about an important battle, The Battle of Hastings in 1066, and all about William the Conqueror who became king afterwards and introduced stone castles to Britain. 

Children must come into school wearing their PE kit on the days that they have PE. Children in Swifts Class will have PE on Tuesday and Thursday.

Homework

• Reading everyday!

• Spelling homework is given out on Monday. Please complete and return the following Monday. Please practice spellings over the week, ready for a test on Friday.

• English and Maths Homework is given out on Fridays. Please complete and return the following Friday.

Thank you for supporting your child. 

Thank you for your on-going support.

 If you have any questions or queries, please email the school office schooloffice@livingstone.bedssch.co.uk