Hello and welcome to the Turing Class webpage!

My name is Miss Donoghue and I am the teacher in Turing Class. Miss Jarvis will be providing support some afternoons and helping children in intervention groups.

It is a pleasure to help and guide your child through their final year of primary school and enable them to create some amazing memories whilst preparing them for their next adventure at high school. Year 6 is all about showcasing all the knowledge they have learnt since reception and aiming to work hard and do their best. 

As we are only a small class we aim for our classroom to be a positive and happy environment for all children, where everyone is given the opportunity to shine in all elements of school life. In Turing class we are kind, helpful, supportive and caring of all those not only in our classroom but to everyone in our Woodhouses family. 

If you would like to speak to me or another member of staff you can write a note in your child's diary, phone the office to arrange a telephone call, or email info@woodhouses.oldham.sch.uk

Thank you ☺

Miss Donoghue

Important days

Monday and Thursday - PE 

Please ensure your child has both indoor and outdoor PE kit in school on these days. PE is a vital part of children education and being active so they need to have their PE kits to ensure they can participate. In addition, no earrings or watches are to be worn during PE lessons.

Thursday - Spelling test

The children will receive their new spellings every Thursday in their spelling book and will have one week to practice them before the test. The spelling list will also be uploaded onto the Year 6 homework page every Thursday so the children can still practice their spellings at home should they leave their spelling books in school. 

Other important information

Reading

It is really important that you child reads for at least 10-15 minutes each night. Reading helps with all subjects across the curriculum. The more children read the better their understanding and comprehension becomes, which is essential for their development and to prepare them for their future.

Times tables 

We will be practicing times tables in class every day but it is important children practice them at home, whether that is on TTRockstars, hit the button or another way they like to learn them. Times tables are the foundation of all maths skills, knowledge and understanding and it is essential children do their best to know them.

Homework 

Homework will be set every half term on learning by questions. Your child has their log ins for these websites, however if you have any issues please let me know.

SATS practice 

Every half term we will be doing a SATS practice week to prepare children for their SATs in May. It is important for us to identify strengths and weaknesses for each child so we can tailor any support to the areas of the curriculum children may need additional support with. This is to been seen as a positive experience for the children so they can see their progress and feel a sense of acheivement and when they take part in their SATs in May, they will hopefully feel prepared and less worried or stressed. However, throughout the year I will do everything I can to help your child and ensure they feel at ease and happy. 

Useful websites

Below you will find some links to useful websites.

BBC Bitesize - https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/levels/zbr9wmn

TT Rockstars - https://ttrockstars.com

MME - https://mathsmadeeasy.co.uk/ks2-revision/ 

Spelling Shed - https://www.spellingshed.com/en-gb/

spag.com - https://www.spag.com/