Exe Valley
Beech Class
Welcome to Beech Class! We are Year 5 and 6.
Our teachers are Mrs Jackson (M-Th) and Mr Kersey (Th-F). We are supported by Mrs Scott and Mrs Dafters.
In Beech Class, we expect to see children demonstrate increased initiative and a growing responsibility for independent learning. Our approach to learning in school follows Growth Mindset which has proven that praising effort rather than attainment, not only creates a more positive attitude to learning, also helps students to ultimately achieve more.
Each term we explore a new topic, with a geography or history driver. We aim to find the information needed to answer our big question. Where possible, we work in a thematic way, as we know this helps us make links between learning. We have ‘pick and mix’ homework tasks which relate to this. We are avid readers in Beech, enjoying daily whole class and independent reading, as well as devouring class texts. Have a look at our rolling programme. Further information can be found under the Curriculum tab.
This term, our topic is 'Trade and Economics' and we will be considering 'Who wants to be a millionaire?' We will be exploring international imports and exports and find out more about fair trade.
Trade and Economics Learning Map
Trade and Economics Key Learning
Here we are enjoying a practice walk for the Exmoor Challenge!
Working scientifically!
We loved learning to play a brass instrument as part of our Whole Class Ensemble curriculum enhancement. Lots of us play in the school band too!
This is what our classroom looks like:
