Friday 8 May 2009

Week beginning 11th May 2009

Hello everyone!
Finally, the week we have been working so hard for has arrived! Next week is the week we get to show off everything we have learned when we complete our SATs. Over the past year the children have been working really hard in preparation for the forthcoming tests and we are overwhelmed by the progress they have made.

We would like to thank staff in school who have given up their free time to help with morning booster sessions and also after school tuition. We also realise the tremendous effort that parents have contributed over the past months. Children should be extremely proud of themselves as we really do believe that they could not of worked any harder, and have realised the importance of working hard to achieve your own goals.

The Year 5's will also be completing their optional SATs this week and wherever possible will follow the same timetable as the Year 6's.

Monday: 9.15- 10.00 Science Test A
10.50-11.35 Science Test B

Tuesday: 9.15-10.00 Long Writing Test
11.00-11.30 Short Writing Test and Spelling Test

Wednesday: 9.15-10.00 Reading Test

Thursday: 9.15-10.00 Maths Test A
10.50-11.10 Mental Maths Test

Friday: 9.15-10.00 Maths Test B

We have all the equipment in school that the children will need to complete their tests. If they want to bring their own stationary in must be in a clear pencil case or a clear plastic bag. We have told the children they are allowed a small mascot or lucky charm which they can keep on their table.
It would also be a good idea if they have a bottle of water with them to take in to the test.They can bring a small pack of sweets e.g. boiled sweets or mints, not chocolate or chewing gum.
Obviously we will not be following the normal curriculum this week and in between completing the tests we will be doing lots of Art, DT, and P.E activities.

There will be no homework this week for Year 6 and Year 5 children as they are all completing tests.
Year 6 should have received a letter regarding Breakfast Club next week. This is just for Year 6 children only it is not compulsory but seeing as there are no booster clubs at all next week, we thought that it would provide children with the opportunity to relax and socialise.
All staff would like to thank the children for all their effort and hard work and we wish them every success. We know you can do it :)

Until next time......

Have a great weekend

Year 5/6 Team.

3 comments:

Mrs Worrall said...

Wishing you all the very best of luck for next week. You will ALL be fantastic!! Take care, Mrs Worrall x

Year 5/6 Weekly Update said...

Hi Guys,
I will be thinking about you this week. Just relax and do your best, I know you will do yourselves, your parents and school proud.
You are all fantastic and if I am feeling better I will pop in at the end of the week and bring James to meet you.
Take some time to relax over the weekend and remember we only want you to try your best.
Sending you all the luck in the world, love Mrs Morgan xxx

Mrs Narraway's site said...

Hi there!
I can't believe that the little four and five year olds I taught are ready to do their SATS. The very best of luck everyone.
love Mrs Narraway xxx