Year 6 - Autumn 2 - Week 2
Date: 6th Nov 2026 @ 1:42pm
Year 6 have embraced Kindness Week, with a particular focus on the importance of being kind to ourselves. The children explored what self-kindness means and how we can look after our own wellbeing. The children were also especially excited to take part in filming our school Kindness video - a very special milestone, as this class has now featured in a video for every single year of their TSP primary journey!
In PE, Year 6 took on a leadership role, guiding their Reception buddies through a Kindness and Relaxation Circuit. The activities included yoga, mindfulness and meditation, giving the children an opportunity to work together and explore different ways to relax and look after their wellbeing. Our Kindness Week activities will continue into next week, when we have some relaxation-themed 'spa time' planned in the hall.
In Maths, Year 6 have been exploring factors, prime numbers and prime factors this week! We took a creative approach to our learning, with Maths becoming surprisingly artistic! Through factor mazes, factor trees and mathematical investigations, the children explored number patterns, developed their reasoning skills and deepened their understanding of how numbers are connected.
In English, Year 6 were delighted to welcome Gareth and James back for another fantastic Literacy Kicks workshop, combining sport, journalism and creative writing! James, our British Triathlon coach, kicked things off with a fun, energetic and creative practical session. The children explored a range of equipment and developed different skills associated with triathlon, putting their coordination, agility and teamwork to the test! Back in the classroom, Gareth, our sports journalist, focused on the importance of editing in journalism. Building on the editing skills we regularly practise in English, the children explored how professional journalists carefully review, refine and improve their work to ensure their articles are accurate, engaging and ready for publication.
On Wednesday morning, the children also headed down to the cenotaph in Formby Village to mark Remembrance Day. The Year 6 children joined the community in a beautifully observed act of reflection. The children stood respectfully, listened attentively and shared a moment of quiet remembrance alongside veterans and local residents. Well done, Year 6!
Another typically busy week in Year 6, and we’re all extremely excited for the Kindness Video reveal next week! Until then, have an enjoyable weekend!
Reminders:
-Maths and English homework has been set via the SATs Companion platform and is due to be completed on or before next Wednesday (18th). Please encourage children to watch the short support videos included with tasks, where available, particularly in Maths, as these provide helpful explanations and worked examples. For children in Mrs Martin's Maths group, homework has been set in their books, which have been sent home in their bags. SATs Companion remains available to all children for additional practice and revision. If your child experiences any difficulties with their homework, please encourage them to speak to a member of the Year 6 team so that we can support them.
-Weekly spellings have been attached to this blog and the children will be tested next Friday (20th).