Homework and Spellings:
Homework:
Daily: In Year 5 the children should read, practise times tables and learn spellings daily - approximately 20 - 30 minutes each day.
Weekly: Additional homework is given out and explained on a Friday to be returned the following Friday. It may include handwriting practise linked to spellings as well as another subject to complete e.g. Maths, English or Topic Work.
Reading:
Currently, Reading Books are sent home on a Friday and are due back in school on a Monday. Parents are asked to complete the reading record and should question their child about what they have read. Children are asked to read daily and read books they have from home. They are also encouraged to listen to audio books .
Times Tables:
It is important that children practice each day to help their progress in Maths. It is strongly recommend that children practice daily by using Times Tables Rock Stars
All children have been given a username and password.
Spellings:
Spellings will be sent home on a Monday and tested the following Monday.