Waterloo Class

CLASS TEACHER – Mrs. Leanne Cleal

Learning Support Assistants: Mrs. Copping & Mrs. Brown

Year Groups: 4 & 5

WELCOME TO WATERLOO CLASS

In Waterloo Class, we are thrilled to have you here as you begin another exciting year of learning. As a mixed Year 4 and Year 5 class, we will be developing a wide range of skills across the curriculum, including problem-solving, creativity, resilience and independence. We encourage all children to approach their learning with curiosity, kindness and a positive attitude, always striving to do their very best. We look forward to a fantastic year of growth, challenge and discovery together

Our day:

Mornings generally consist of English and Maths lessons, broken into different focus areas such as spelling, grammar and punctuation, reading comprehension and writing. To ensure learning is closely matched to age-related expectations, Year 4 and Year 5 pupils will be taught in separate cohort groups for maths and spelling.

Morning Break: 10:30 – 10:45

Lunchtime: 12:15 – 13:15

Homework & Reading:

Homework sent: Tuesday

Due: following Monday

In Year 4 and Year 5, homework will consist of a variety of activities designed to enhance learning. Writing tasks will primarily concentrate on spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPaG), alongside arithmetic exercises in maths. Additionally, there will be opportunities to engage in problem-solving and reasoning. From time to time, projects linked to our foundation subjects may also be given.

Each child will receive a homework folder for taking assignments home and returning them to school. Please ensure this folder is kept safe. We recommend that children complete their homework early, and they are always welcome to bring it into school if they need any help.

Reading: Minimum 4 times per week – please record in reading logs.

Daily Essentials

• Water bottle
• Reading book & reading log
• Snack
• PE kit
• Coat (weather dependent)

PE & Forest School

PE Days: Wednesday and Friday

Please ensure children come to school with the correct PE kit on these days.

Keep an eye on the School's Virtual Noticeboard for Forest School dates and information throughout the year.

Curriculum Overviews 2026-2027