Livingstone Primary School
Welcome to Swifts class
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 'Somebody Swallowed Stanley’ by Sarah Roberts, which is about a plastic bag that ends up in the ocean. This story shares a message about the danger of plastic in the ocean. We will then read an instruction text titled 'How to stop plastic bags entering the ocean'. The text will explain what could be made for Stanley to relax on, so he is not a danger to the animals in the ocean. We will later explore the different features shown within the text and rewrite these features through short bursts of shared writing.
Maths
In Maths we will be looking at statistics. We will learn about the different ways that data can be collected and use tally charts, pictograms and bar charts to represent this data. We will also explore how to interpret and understand the data represented. As the weeks progress, we will move on to learning about 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.
Seaside
This term the children will be learning about the Seaside. The children will be involved in a range of activities which think about the physical and human features of the Seaside. What the seaside was like in the past compared to now and the types of activities that children and adults can enjoy whilst at the seaside.
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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 Wednesday.
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
