Year 6
Year 6 Overview 2022-2023
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| Maths |
Read and write, whole numbers; order and compare whole numbers and decimal numbers, Multiplying and dividing by 10, 100, 1000, Rounding whole numbers Mental and formal methods for addition and subtraction, word problems Mental methods and formal methods for multiplication and division, Word problems, Recognising factors and multiples, Using known facts, Prime and composite numbers Maths No Problem |
Equivalent fractions; ordering and comparing fractions; relationship between fractions; decimals, percentages; multiplication and division Multiplication and division of decimals Maths No Problem
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Measurement - convert between metric units of measure Percentage of amounts Ratio and Proportion - Describe amounts using proportion Maths No Problem
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Rounding whole numbers Reading and interpreting algebraic equations; solving algebraic equations Measurement - calculate area of a triangle and parallelogram, calculate area and perimeter of rectangular shapes. Geometry – calculate missing angles in triangle, straight line, quadrilaterals and regular polygons. Maths No Problem
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Co-ordinates - plot and translate points and shapes across a grid, reflection and lines of symmetry.
Interpret pie charts, line graphs and bar charts. Calculate mean. Use negative numbers in context and calculate across zero. Maths No Problem
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Calculate volume Describe 3D shapes and make nets Name parts of a circle Draw 2D shapes accurately Co-ordinates – reflection Convert between metric and imperial units Maths No Problem
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| English |
Goldilocks The True Story of The Three Little Pigs
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Crater Lake Science of Blood Poetry
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Persuasion Alma
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The Island The Island
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Hansel and Gretel Traditional Tale- alternative ending Jamie Oliver Healthy School Meals |
Our Planet
Match Girl
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| Science |
Evolution and inheritance Scientist Link - Alice Roberts (biological anthropologist); Charles Darwin and Alfred Wallace (theory of evolution) |
Animals, including humans Scientist Link - William Harvey (anatomy and physiology); Elsie Widdowson (dietician / nutritionist during WW1) |
Electricity Scientist Link - Michael Faraday (invented the electrical motor)
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Light Scientist Link - Ibn al-Haytham (studied vision, optics and light) Sound
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Living things and their habitats Scientist Link – Carl Linnaeus (classification)
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Living things and their habitats
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| Computing |
Computing systems and networks: Investigate secret codes and how they are created, exploring ‘brute force’ hacking and learn how to make passwords more secure. |
Programming: Introduction to the text-based programming language Python, which is the language behind many apps and programs, such as Dropbox
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Data handling 1: |
Data handling 2: Children learn the difference between mobile data and WiFi and how data is transferred and use their understanding of big data to design their own smart school. |
Creating media: |
Skills showcase: Reflecting on and showcasing their computing skills, pupils create an entire project around a specific theme.
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| RE | What do religions say to us when life gets hard? | What do religions say to us when life gets hard? | What matters most to Christians and to Humanists? | What difference does it make to believe in Ahimsa (harmlessness), Grace and Ummah (community)? | Is it better to express your religion in arts and architecture or in charity and generosity? | What can be done to reduce racism? Can religion help? |
| History | A study of an aspect or theme in British History that extends pupil’s chronological knowledge beyond 1066 How did the role of women change during the war? |
A study of an aspect of history or a site dating from a period beyond 1066 that is significant in the locality - local history study What were the impact of WW2 in Manchester? |
A study of an aspect or theme in British History that extends pupil’s chronological knowledge beyond 1066 How has crime and punishment changed over time in Britain? |
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| Geography | Locational Knowledge; Place Knowledge; Human and Physical Identify significant physical features and how they relate to climates and biomes in South America |
Locational Knowledge; Place Knowledge; Human and Physical Identify current environmental issues related to different countries. Recognise how these impact on the land and inhabitants of different countries. |
Location and place knowledge; Fieldwork Understand when a stream become a river. Understand the effects of coastal erosion |
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| Art & Design | Textiles Make a ‘Make, Do and Mend’ textile bag |
Painting and Drawing Design Art Deco jewellery Sculpture Make Art deco jewellery using clay |
Drawing and Painting Artwork linked to South America - Frida Khalo |
Textiles and Printing Pattern fabric design |
Painting and Drawing Draw and paint a bird of Paradise Sculpture Create a bird of Paradise, using paper, card, glue, straws |
Sculpture Make a clay fish money bank Drawing and Painting Using graphite, biros etc to draw patterns linked to multicultural artists |
| PSCHE | Mental and emotional health | Positive relationships | Keeping Safe | Living in the wider world | Healthy lifestyles | Relationships and health education |
| Design & Technology | Global Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production Theme: Throw away fashion Activity: Design and make a bag using old clothes |
Global Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production Theme: Throw away fashion Activity: Design and make a bag using old clothes |
Global Goal 10: Reduced inequalities Theme: Recycling Activity: Design and create a badge or brooch out of reclaimed plastic to support people with disabilities when travelling |
Global Goal 10: Reduced inequalities Theme: Recycling Activity: Design and create a badge or brooch out of reclaimed plastic to support people with disabilities when travelling |
Global Goal 2: Zero hunger Cooking Theme: Importance of shopping local Activity: Cook with local produce |
Global Goal 2: Zero hunger Cooking Theme: Importance of shopping local Activity: Cook with local produce |
| MFL | Classroom routines Initiate and sustain conversations |
Clothes |
Occupations Phrases to use when playing games |
Rooms in the house Furniture |
Holiday destinations Booking accommodation |
Revision Presentations |
| Music | Combine Ostinato Rhythms Perform as an ensemble Develop an understanding of the origins of samba music Samba Music Heitor Villa Lobos - The little train of the Caipira |
Combine Ostinato Rhythms Perform as an ensemble Develop an understanding of the origins of samba music Samba Music Heitor Villa Lobos - The little train of the Caipira |
Sing in harmony Create a musical motif Improvise using the blues scale Chords and triads George Gershwin - Rhapsody in blue |
Sing in harmony Create a musical motif Improvise using the blues scale Chords and triads George Gershwin - Rhapsody in blue |
Body Percussion Create sounds using body percussion Compose and create music using the musical cannon Garageband Work collaboratively with others Anna Meredith - Connect it |
Body Percussion Create sounds using body percussion Compose and create music using the musical cannon Garageband Work collaboratively with others Anna Meredith - Connect it |
| PE | Games: Handball Dance: British Values Gym: Flight |
Games: Lacrosse Dance: World War II Gym: Flight (Apparatus) |
Games: Dodgeball Dance: Street Dance Gym: Counter Balance and Tension |
Games: Netball Dance: Bollywood Gym: Counter Balance and Tension (Apparatus) |
Games: Rounders Dance: Haka Gym: Group Sequencing |
Games: Tennis Dance: Class Production Gym: Group Sequencing (Apparatus) |