St Malachy's 
Welcome to the Year 5 class page!
Our Teacher is Mr Harper and our Teaching Assistant is Mr Wilkins.
Here you will find the Curriculum Overview for the year and other information.
Class Dojo
Check out what we are getting up to in class on our Dojo page!
Times Tables
Times tables recall is essential for maths the children will use in everyday life. It is really important they continue to practice these through Year 5.
Each child has access to Times Tables Rockstars and is asked to complete at least 5 mins each day.
Reading
We love to read for pleasure in school and the children listen to a range of different novels over the year. They also take part in guided and echo reading daily to improve reading fluency and comprehension.
Children can choose books from our class library or bring them from home. Children are asked to read at least 10-15 minutes each day either to an adult or independently.
St Malachy's Mission
God asks us to:
-accept and respect everyone.
-always behave sensibly and safely.
-work hard ourselves and keep everyone learning.
-look after ourselves, others and all the things in our school.
-be the BEST version of ourselves.
Swimming
On Thursday afternoon our Year 5 children go swimming to Sowerby Bridge Pool. They need a swimming kit in school every week. The swimming kit list is:
- Full swimming costume/Trunks NOT shorts
- Towel
- NO jewellery – earrings must be removed
- Long hair – swimming cap OR hair tied back
- Goggles are optional
Modern Foreign Language -Spanish
In Year 5 we are learning Spanish. Our learning continues across Year 6 in preparation for High School.
PE
PE is every Tuesday.
We will provide your child with a PE Kit and a pump bag. These will be kept in school.
We ask that you provide a pair of black school pumps for your child which will also be kept in school.
Forest School
We have Forest School on Monday mornings. Please ensure your children come to school in appropriate clothes (trousers, t-shirt, hoodie/jumper, wellies and a waterproof coat) and bring their uniform to change into for the afternoon. Thank you.
Robinwood Adventurous Activity Residential
In the Summer Term our Year 5 children have the chance to go on a residential to Robinwood Outdoor Activity Centre in Todmorden. Information will be sent to parents and carers in good time who will also be invited to a meeting to hear all about what the children will do, what they will need and have confirmation of dates and times. 