Welcome to Maple Class
Here you will find information about our class and the learning we are going to be doing this term. Our Year 5 teacher is Mrs. Morgan-Partridge and our Learning Partners are Mrs Kenna and Mrs Smith.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO TELLING YOU ALL ABOUT OUR FANTASTIC LEARNING.
To find out more about Maple Class, have a look at the blog here
WELCOME TO MAPLE CLASS
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Class Teacher
Melissa Morgan-Partridge
Class Teacher
Melissa Morgan-Partridge
Hello, my name is Mrs. Morgan-Partridge or Mrs. M-P for short. I have been at Willow Primary Academy for a couple of years. I love to learn new interesting facts and thrive on teaching inspiring lessons which are fun and engaging; with my favourites being Maths, Geography and P.E. In my free time, I enjoy going on long walks with my dog, exploring new places and spending time with my family and friends.
Learning Partner
Nichola Smith
Learning Partner
Nichola Smith
Hi I am Mrs Smith, I am a Learning Partner and I work in Maple Class. I enjoy supporting the children especially in developing their reading skills. My hobbies are cooking and playing board games with my family.
Learning Partner
Dee Kenna
Learning Partner
Dee Kenna
Hi my name is Mrs Kenna, I am a Learning Partner in Oak Class at Willow Academy School and have been at the school for a number of years. I have experience of working in all year groups.
PPA Teacher
Lynsey Fivash
PPA Teacher
Lynsey Fivash
I have been teaching for 18 years working with children from nursery up to year 6. I am new to Willow Primary and will be teaching PPA cover. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two boys. My hobbies outside of work are Morris dancing, playing music, swimming and crochet.
Our Curriculum
Year 5 Curriculum Overview
The following document gives you more information about the Curriculum in Year 5
Homework
Homework needs to be completed on Doodle Learning. This can be done by logging onto https://doodlelearning.com/ using the website or download the apps.
The expectations are:
- Children must log onto Doodle Maths, English, Spelling and Times Tables every week.
- The Doodle target is at least 50 stars a week.
- Creative homework will be set weekly on Class Dojo.
Your child will receive Dojo points for completed homework, these points can be spent in the Dojo shop every Friday.
Reading At Home
Reading at home expectations:
- Children should read at home as much as possible, every day if viable.
- Please ensure reading logs are signed and dated when you read with your child.
- Make sure that reading books and logs are in school everyday as they will be using them during DEAR time.
- Reading books will be changed every Friday.
Key Information
- Maple class has PE on a Monday afternoon. Please make sure your child comes to school wearing the correct PE kit, hair tied back and all jewellery removed.
- It is essential that your child’s belongings are labelled clearly with their name.
- Please make sure that your child arrives at school everyday with a drinks bottle, jumper and coat.
- Children can earn Dojo points when they read at home and complete their homework; which they can spend in the pride shop.
- Messages and reminders will be posted on Class Dojo, please make sure you check this regularly.