Year 5
Welcome to Year 5!
This term promises to be an exciting and engaging time for Year 5. On this page, you will find summaries of our learning sequences. These overviews are designed to give you a clear picture of the skills and knowledge your child will be developing, as well as the texts and questions that will inspire their learning this term.
If you have any questions about your child’s learning, please do not hesitate to contact your class teacher.
5PB (Mrs Ballinger) - pballinger@redhill.worcs.sch.uk 5AN (Miss Nelson) - anelson@redhill.worcs.sch.uk
Year 5's Spring Term
English
English writing text 1: Journey – A wordless book
Purpose: To write a narrative
In this writing sequence we will be focusing on the narrative structure whilst carefully considering the appropriate writing devices for effect such as personification, expanded noun phrases, pathetic fallacy and personification.
Following this we will be focusing on Greek myths and legends.
English writing text 2: Greek myths and legends
Purpose: To entertain
In this writing sequence, we will challenge the children to demonstrate a moral by including the importance of bravery, intelligence or right and wrong. We will also have a strong focus on selecting rich vocabulary in order to write effective character descriptions.
Maths: Multiplication and Division, followed by fractions [part 2]
In Multiplication and Division we will be refining the following skills:
Formal written method multiplication, short division (bus stop method), dividing with remainders and how to solve multi-step word problems.
In fractions [Part 2] we will be refining the following skills:
Multiplying fractions, finding fractions of amounts and using fractions as operators.
Guided Reading text:
The Boy in the Tower - Polly Ho-Yen
Ade lives with his mother on the seventeenth floor of a tower block. When plant-like creatures called Bluchers invade and force residents to flee, Ade stays behind to protect her. As the city collapses into danger and isolation, he struggles with fear, resilience, and the fight to keep hope alive.
Clockwork Crow – Catherine Fisher
Seren Rhys, an orphan, is sent to live with her elusive Godfather in Wales, hoping for her first joyful Christmas. On the way, she receives a mysterious package containing a talking clockwork crow. Arriving to find only secretive servants and no family, Seren and the crow embark on a perilous quest to unravel the mystery of Plas-y-Fran
During our guided reading sessions we will provide the children with opportunities to read aloud and practice reading with expression. Children will also have a series of questioning focusing on the reading VIPERS.
V = Vocabulary
I = Inference
P = Predict
E = Explain
R = Retrieval
S = Sequence or Summarise
Religious Education:
Our key question this term is ‘What is it like to be a Muslim in Britain today?’
We will be exploring the importance of the 5 Pillars of Islam and how they influence Muslim life.
Enrichment Opportunities this half-term:
Birmingham Central Mosque Trip - Monday 26th January 2026
History Man – Monday 9th February 2026
PE and Swimming:
Our outdoor PE sessions will take place on Monday. This half term is Hockey.
Swimming replaces our outdoor PE slot on Fridays. Here is further information regarding our 10 week swimming block:
Year 5 will be attending swimming lessons at Perdiswell Leisure Centre for sessions on the dates as listed below, at
10.00-10:30 (Fridays). The coach will leave school at 09.25 prompt & return approximately 11.20
Sessions in January 2026 - 9th/ 16th / 23rd / 30th
Sessions in February 2026- 6th / 13th / Half term / 27th
Sessions in March 2026 - 6th / 13th / 20th
Please note:
• If your child has a verruca please provide them with a specialist verruca sock.
• Please ensure that all articles of clothing/towels are clearly named.
• All pupils, both boys and girls, must wear a swimming hat if their hair is below their ears in length.
• Girls must always wear a one-piece swimsuit and the boys must wear proper swimming trunks, not shorts. These can be worn under school clothes on Friday morning’s.
• Earrings may not be worn in the pool. If children have just had their ears pierced they should tape over the earrings, but if at all possible please refrain from new piercings prior to your child’s swimming tuition
For further information regarding the foundation subjects, please see the Spring 1Red Hill Riches.
Year 5 at Red Hill C of E Primary School
This year has been full of learning, creativity, and fun for Year 5! From hands-on projects and exciting lessons to special events and new challenges, our photos give a snapshot of the wonderful things we’ve been doing together at Red Hill!
Bikeability
Forest School
4Front Theatre
Year 5 enjoyed an interactive workshop with Forefront Theatre, exploring Bible stories through drama. The children acted out key stories, thought about their messages, and worked in groups to create short performances.
The session helped pupils deepen their understanding of the Christian faith, while also developing confidence, teamwork, and creativity. It was a fun and memorable way to bring our RE learning to life.
Visit to Tudor House Worcester
Year 5 visited the Tudor House Museum in Worcester to bring our Tudor learning to life. We explored the historic building and took part in three exciting workshops.
We learned about Tudor clothing, discovering how rich and poor people dressed very differently, and handled replica garments made from silk, wool, and linen. During the building investigation, we noticed the uneven wooden beams and wattle-and-daub walls, learning how Tudor houses were built by hand. Finally, we practised writing with quills and weaving, finding out how important cloth-making was in Tudor Worcester.
Space Night
Space Night was a fun, hands-on evening for the children, where they explored the wonders of space through exciting activities and practical science. The children learned about planets, galaxies and constellations, created their own lunar module models, and took part in space-themed STEM challenges.
They also had the opportunity to look through a real telescope, spotting the Moon, bright stars and planets where possible. The evening inspired curiosity, creativity and excitement about space, making it a memorable learning experience for all. ✨
Tag Rugby Workshop
Our Year 5 children were lucky enough to take part in an exciting rugby workshop delivered by coaches and sports leaders from Blessed Edward’s. The session was energetic, engaging and full of teamwork, with pupils learning new rugby skills such as passing, movement into space and effective communication on the pitch.
