Spring 1
During the first half of the Spring term, our curriculum is centred upon the theme of "Our Community," with a dedicated school-wide focus on Social Justice. In Literacy, pupils will study the life and legacy of fashion pioneer Coco Chanel through the text Along Came Coco. This study serves as a primary vehicle for exploring the complexities of gender equality. Throughout this unit, children will refine their formal writing skills by producing comprehensive fact files, analytical book reviews, and technical instructions regarding historical garment construction.
The children’s artistic development will focus on sculpture. After mastering a range of manipulative techniques, they will apply their craftsmanship to design and execute bespoke clay houses. This creative endeavour is complemented by our science unit on materials; here, pupils will engage in scientific inquiry to investigate the physical properties of various media and determine their suitability for industrial and domestic use.
In geography, we embark on a comparative study between the United Kingdom and Australia. Pupils will analyse geographical data and cultural landscapes to form reasoned arguments regarding which country they would prefer to inhabit. To conclude the half-term, our Religious Education curriculum invites children to think deeply about the significance of places of worship. To support their understanding of the Muslim and Christian faiths, pupils will participate in an educational visit to the Wirral Deen Centre, fostering a grounded understanding of our local faith communities.
Spring 2
In the second half-term, our thematic focus transitions to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). In literacy, we will engage in creative writing inspired by Roald Dahl’s The Twits. This unit challenges pupils to adapt their prose for various purposes, including the creation of "Wanted" posters, formal recounts, and the composition of original sequels. This narrative focus extends into Design and Technology, where pupils will utilise mechanical engineering principles to create pulley-operated characters.
Our Science curriculum will focus on "Animals Including Humans," providing a detailed exploration of diverse life cycles. Pupils will then conduct a narrower study of human biology, investigating the fundamental requirements for survival and the physiological factors involved in maintaining long-term health.
Our History unit draws further inspiration from our STEAM theme by examining the pioneers of aviation. We will begin with pilot Amy Johnson and her landmark flight to Australia, before broadening our scope to include other significant airborne figures such as Neil Armstrong and Mae Jemison. By analysing these figures, pupils will gain a chronological understanding of how flight technology and exploration advanced throughout the 20th century.
