Hello and welcome to Dosbarth Pump!
I’m Mrs Jones, and I’m thrilled to be teaching Year 5 this year, alongside our fantastic teaching assistant, Mrs Griffiths. We’re both very excited for a wonderful year full of learning, creativity, and fun!
Learning in Year 5
Our learning is guided by the New Welsh Curriculum 2022, where children’s curiosity and voice lead the way. We believe in child-led learning, encouraging independence, creativity, and confidence. Every learner is supported through differentiated activities, ensuring that all children are both challenged and able to achieve their goals at their own pace.
Our curriculum is designed around the Four Purposes, helping our pupils to grow into:
- Ambitious, capable learners who enjoy learning and can apply their skills confidently.
- Enterprising, creative contributors ready to explore ideas and solve problems.
- Ethical, informed citizens who respect others and take responsibility for their actions.
- Healthy, confident individuals who are independent, resilient, and proud of who they are.
Class Reminders
PE
- Every Tuesday – please come to school wearing PE kit.
Healthy Snacks & Water
- Please bring fruit or vegetables only for snack time, in line with Welsh Government guidance.
- Don’t forget your water bottle every day.
Reading
- Reading books can be exchanged once your child finishes their current book, so they can read at their own pace.
- Group reading takes place in school. I’ll provide weekly updates on your child’s progress on the Seesaw app.
- Please add a short comment to let me know how your child is getting on with their reading at home.
Reading builds imagination, vocabulary, and confidence. Just a few minutes a day makes a big difference!
Times Tables
- Please encourage regular practice at home.
- Try fun online resources such as:
- BBC Bitesize
- Top Marks – Hit the Button
- Times tables songs on YouTube 🎶
Seesaw & School Website
- Check Seesaw regularly for updates, photos, and examples of your child’s learning.
- Keep an eye on the school website for news and important information.
Contact
If you ever need to discuss anything, please get in touch via Seesaw or catch me on the yard at the end of the school day. I’m always happy to help.
Let’s have a fantastic year of learning, curiosity, and fun in Dosbarth Pump.
Many thanks,
Mrs Jones and Mrs Griffiths