This half term our topic is ‘Graffiti’. Each week we will be learning about how graffiti impacts people and the environment. In week one, we will be learning about urban environments, and how graffiti can transform public spaces. In week two we will explore city life, buildings, roads and street signs whilst in week three we will be exploring artists & influence, focussing on Banksy and modern street art. Week four will involve learning about law & ethics, specifically anti-graffiti laws and their effectiveness. In week five we will look at deeper themes such as graffiti as a political protest. Week six is an opportunity to reflect on all our previous learning.  

In English we will be looking at two main fiction texts, as well as non-fiction books about graffiti and street art.

Skellig by David Almond is a mysterious and moving story about a boy named Michael who discovers a strange, fragile man living in the garage of his new home. As Michael and his new friend Mina try to help the mysterious figure who calls himself Skellig—they begin to uncover something extraordinary about him that blurs the line between reality and the supernatural.

Rhythm and Poetry by Karl Nova is a vibrant collection of poems that blends rap, spoken word, and traditional poetry. Drawing on his own life experiences, Nova explores themes like identity, growing up, school life, and self-expression with honesty and humour.

The topic for PSHE Jigsaw this term is ‘Relationships’. We will be looking into different  relationships each week and how they can affect us.  Some of the key parts of this topic are: Being in control of myself, Being in control of my relationships, Being in control of personal space, Staying safe in the physical world and Staying safe in the online world.

In World Views we will be learning about why people use creative ways to express their beliefs, which lends itself well to our graffiti topic. In our art sessions we will be creating different graffiti name tags,  bubble wrap graffiti prints, collage graffiti and emotion graffiti.       

In Science this half term we will be continuing to learn about nutrition and diet before moving on to the next unit ‘Sustainability and Food Waste’. We will be learning about what food supports and fuels our body, discovering a balanced diet. We will also be learning about different types of diets that people have around the world.

In P.E, the focus for this term is basketball. Within these sessions we will be learning to pass the ball and work on our ball control.

This terms ICT focus is Sketch 3D modelling. This program is a digital design process used to create three-dimensional objects and environments on a computer. It allows users to draw shapes, add depth, and build realistic models of buildings and interiors.

For the first two weeks we will be continuing with money in our maths lessons. We will then be starting the unit on the topic of time.

This term we will be cycling for our off-site physical activity on Thursdays.

If there is any other information you would like me to provide you with or if you have any questions, please do get in touch.

 Gavin and The Admiral Class Team