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Year 5 Curriculum Overview Spring Term and Year Summary 2025/2026

Year 5 Curriculum Overview

Spring Term 2026

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Contents Introduction

Art

English

French

FLAM

Geography

Harmony

History

Latin

Mandarin

Maths

Physical Education

Performing Arts

PSHE

Science

Year 5 Curriculum Overview

Spring Term 2026

Teaching and Curriculum at Hampton Court House Hampton Court House Prep is about providing an educational experience centred around the child with bespoke approaches for every individual. Whether in classroom settings, extra-curricular activities or charity work, we teach the children to be well-rounded and caring and to contribute to all aspects of school life. Our day-to-day curriculum is one of the foundations of this approach. Lessons are designed to be interesting, engaging, supportive and challenging so that all children feel able to do their best. Teachers will always enable children to contribute fully to lessons, learn and demonstrate new knowledge, skills and ideas, and to shape their voice as part of a dynamic, but homely, community.

Curriculum Intent, Implementation and Impact Intent At Hampton Court House, our Years 1 – 6 curriculum is designed with the holistic development of each child in mind. We aim to cultivate a love for learning, curiosity, and confidence in our students. Central to our intent is the bilingual program for Years 1 – 4, where approximately (30%) of the curriculum is delivered in French. This unique approach not only enhances language skills but also broadens cultural understanding and cognitive flexibility. Our goal is to support every child’s intellectual, social, and emotional growth through a rich and balanced curriculum where mistakes are accepted, and questions welcomed. Implementation Our curriculum is implemented with a focus on creating an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment with a sense of fun. For Years 1 – 4, the bilingual program integrates French into everyday learning, covering subjects such as history, geography, science, and drama. Each student receives support through a variety of tools, such as visual and auditory aids, including pictures, games, gestures, key sentences, and videos, that create a rich Frenchspeaking environment. Students are encouraged to express themselves in the target language using songs, roleplaying, and stories, which help boost their confidence and motivation to communicate in French. This immersive setting enables children to progress naturally and quickly, developing both their comprehension and speaking skills. Lessons are structured to build on previous knowledge, ensuring a smooth progression. Within years 5 and 6 more specialist teachers are used to deliver the curriculum which allows for the development of skills necessary to start their secondary education in year 7. We employ a variety of teaching methods, including individual tasks, group work, and hands-on activities, to cater to different learning styles. Continuous assessment practices allow us to monitor each child's progress closely and provide personalised support as needed. Impact The impact of our carefully crafted curriculum is seen in the enthusiasm and active participation of our students. They develop strong foundation skills in literacy, numeracy, and science, along with the ability to think critically and solve

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problems. The bilingual program enhances their language skills and cultural awareness, giving them a broader perspective and improved cognitive abilities. Our students also grow in confidence, independence, and social skills. Regular assessments demonstrate enhanced academic progress and personal development, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the next stage of their education with a lifelong love of learning and a unique bilingual advantage.

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Key Contacts Susie Byers Head of Prep sby@hchnet.co.uk Katy Deacon Vice Principal Academic skde@hchnet.co.uk Eldon Fayers Assistant Principal | Teaching & Learning efa@hchnet.co.uk

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Rob Armiger Assistant Principal | Director of Studies rwa@hchnet.co.uk

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Year summary

Spring content

Art Students will be learning about art techniques which have their origins in Japan. Beginning with the traditional Japanese technique of origami paper folding, students will go on to study the art of printmaker Katsushika Hokusai. We will learn about the Japanese festival of Koinobori and students will design their own Coi flag, learning how to use a sewing machine to stitch the flags to celebrate Children’s Day on 5th May.

Term

What are we studying?

Autumn 1

Joseph Cornell: Learning about the life and influences of Joseph Cornell, how he collected ephemera to make art, learning about nostalgia, memories, creating a sense of place. Students will collect items over the summer break and create a work to tell a personal story.

Autumn 2

Clay: Pupils will look at the work of Olivia Lomench Gill and Max Ernst. Learning how to prepare different backgrounds on which to draw and drawing in different mediums, pupils will create a series of fantastic beasts. Pupils will learn techniques in hand building to create their own creatures out of clay which will be fired in the kiln.

Spring 1

Japan: Pupils will study the traditions and art of Japan, learn the origins of origami and study the tradition of woodblock printing by looking at the prints of Hokusai.

Spring 2

Japan: Making Koinobori streamers for Children’s Day on 5th May. Pupils will learn about tessellating pattern, specifically fish scale patterns and practise painting on fabric to create their design. Pupils will learn to use a sewing machine to create their Koinobori streamer.

Summer 1

Recycled art: Learning about artists Vik Muniz and his recycled art, students will create a version of Vincent Van Gogh’s Sunflowers out of torn magazine pages. Pupils will learn about the work of Tim Noble and Sue Webster, and make their own shadow art.

Summer 2

Recycled art continued: Looking at the photography of Stephen Gladieu and studying his project about the plastic waste which ends up in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Students will use recyclable materials to create their own outfits which we will then photograph.

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English We start the Spring Term with an exploration of Shakespeare’s tragedy Romeo and Juliet. This is a play of war, conflict and doomed love. Year 5 will be looking at Shakespeare's imaginative vocabulary and description and will be both analysing and writing their own playscripts. This unit will also be covering comprehension skills of inference and deduction, use of relative clauses and fronted adverbials. Our next unit of study looks at Journalistic Writing and nonfiction report writing. We look at a very special book

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‘Hurricane’ and track the strange events of the book ‘Tuesday’. The children will study the styles of newspaper reports and learn to use quotes in their own writing. We will also be exploring the use of dialogue to add depth to writing. We finish the half term by reading and enjoying the lyrical and funny poems in ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’. We not only have fun with the content of the poems but will learn how to use parenthesis and expand ability to use thoughtful descriptive sentences. The second half of the Spring Term begins with reading a series of short, spooky stories from the book ‘Short’ by Kevin Crossley Holland. These are captivating stories with a twist. The children will be looking at the use of parenthesis in these stories and the use of adverbials to add detail to their own writing. The children then move on to another nonfiction unit where we study a range of examples of persuasive writing. Year 5 will be using a range of sophisticated language to prepare and present their own arguments for or against areas of contention such as the use of mobile phones, school uniform, detentions and screen time. We end the term by looking at a range of descriptive poems, the children will be reading and performing them using a range of techniques to keep the listener entertained. How it will be assessed

Assessment will be through regular and informative marking, discussion and an end of topic writing task. At the end of the term, the children will complete a writing task which will be levelled.

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Year summary

Term

Autumn 1

What are we studying? Chris Riddell Goth Girl Through Chris Riddell’s Goth Girl, explore how atmosphere, settings & characters are created. Study adverbs of possibility, commas, relative clauses, dialogue punctuation. Migration by Mike Unwin and Jenni Desmond Three amazing texts stimulate children’s reading, writing and discussion of first animal, then human, migration. Writing cohesively and using parentheses form the SPaG element, but children’s own creative work will make this block truly exciting. Lewis Carrol and Hilaire Belloc poetry Lewis Carroll's Walrus and the Carpenter and Hilaire Belloc's Cautionary Tales stimulate performance, debate, persuasive writing and poetry writing. Revise adverbs and modal verbs.

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English What are we studying?

Autumn 2

Rudyard Kipling The Jungle Book and Just So Stories Explore the charm and challenge of classic fiction with Rudyard Kipling's Jungle Book and Just So Stories. Study dialogue punctuation, relative clauses and commas Lonely Planet Kids – The travel Book by Malcom Croft Steve Backshall’s Deady 60 Explore exciting destinations through a range of travel writing. Revise pronouns, learn about relative clauses & punctuation, including uses of commas. Write own travel recount. Let’s Celebrate! Festival poems from around the world- edited by Debiani Chatterjee and Brian D’Arcy. Get festive with Let’s Celebrate! (Debjani Chatterjee & Brian D’arcy). Explore, write and perform celebration poetry. Revise word classes and prepositions for time, place, cause.

Spring 1

An introduction to Shakespeare – Romeo and Juliet Mr William Shakespeare's Plays, Seven Plays by Marcia Williams Stories from Shakespeare by Geraldine McCaughrean Choose from Romeo & Juliet for an in-depth study. Relative clauses & prefixes/suffixes in context of Shakespeare’s new words. Write and perform playscripts. Reports and Journalism – Hurricane by David Wiesner / Tuesday by David Wiesner Use Tuesday by David Wiesner to study reports. Write speech, playscripts, speech bubbles, direct and reported speech. Use modal verbs; learn about cohesion. Write newspaper reports. Poems on a theme – Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats

Spring 2

Study of short spooky stories – Short! By Kevin Crossley – Holland Study genre of short stories using Short! by Crossley-Holland. Investigate adverbials and develop use of perfect form to indicate time/cause. Write predictions and short stories. Argument and Debate – school uniform, detentions and mobile phones- The Steves by Morag Hood School uniform, detentions, mobile phones or screen time - there’s always an argument! This block lays the groundwork for effective argument and persuasion, written and spoken. Plus grammar: cohesion, paragraphs, commas. Performance poetry – I like this poem – Kaye Webb

Summer 1

Inspirational short stories by Shaun Tan – Tales from Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan Inspirational short stories from Shaun Tan, guaranteed to stimulate amazing work. Explore use of modal verbs, parenthesis and dialogue. Write a short story in Shaun Tan-style. Persuasive letters, adverts, protest songs and speeches Explore persuasive letters, adverts, protest songs and speeches. Study the impact of modal verbs and cohesion through adverbs and conjunctions. Deliver persuasive speeches. Poetry - Aspirations and dreams – What do you want to be? By Wilf Merttens

Summer 2

Developing higher level language skills – Kensuke's Kingdom Michael Morpurgo's Kensuke's Kingdom provides inspiration for developing higher level language skills and for cohesion within and between paragraphs, modal verbs/adverbs and commas. Letter writing – Letters of Note : Correspondence Deserving of a Wider Audience – Compiled by Shaun Usher Delve into letter-writing, revising conventions, purpose, and register, and analyse fascinating historical texts. Write fan letters, tactful RSVPs and job applications. Study modal verbs, commas, colons and bullet points. Read and write powerful poems about the sea and the Titanic – Sounds of the Sea by James Berry, Song of the Seashore by Daphne Lister.

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Spring content

French This year, Year 5 is gearing up for the DELF exam, which will take place in early May. Students will be thoroughly preparing for this international certification. DELF Prim is designed for primary school learners of French as a second language, as well as bilingual children. This term, students will be focusing mainly on Units 3 and 4 of the DELF Prim textbook.

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Year summary

Year 5 DELF Prim A1 (Hachette)

Term

What are we studying?

Autumn 1

After introducing themselves and taking part in a few ice-breaker activities, students will begin by revising the twelve months of the year. They will also explore vocabulary related to sports and personal preferences, learning to talk about the activities they enjoy and those they do not.

Autumn 2

Students will be introduced to their DELF textbook and its main characters. Unit 1 focuses on introducing oneself, and students will practise their listening skills through a variety of examstyle activities. In addition, students will prepare Christmas cards for residents of a retirement home in France, helping them connect their learning to a meaningful cultural experience.

Spring 1

Students will begin by talking about their Christmas holidays and the presents they received. They will then move on to Unit 2 of the DELF book, which focuses on school and different school subjects. Unit 3 will explore leisure activities and free time, and students will learn how to describe a day trip to the countryside.

Spring 2

In Unit 4, students will learn how to describe a friend and review different modes of transport. They will also revisit the present tense to strengthen their grammar skills.

Summer 1

In Unit 5, students will learn to describe their homes in more detail, including the rooms in their house and the furniture in their bedroom. They will also expand their vocabulary by learning how to describe a pet, using simple sentences to talk about its appearance and personality. As part of their grammar revision, students will revisit the present tense, ensuring they can confidently use it in both spoken and written tasks. Throughout the entire DELF preparation period, students will complete numerous mock exams. These practice sessions will help them become familiar with the exam format, build confidence, and apply their listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills in real exam-style situations.

Summer 2

The DELF exam will be completed. Our cultural awareness will lead to the study of a movie.

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FLAM Spring content

Pupils are following the curriculum provided by the CNED. The term will be focused on developing pupils’ reading comprehension through the study of a letter, while strengthening grammatical analysis and verb grammar. Writing activities will include formatting a letter and completing an envelope. Vocabulary work will address specific and generic words, and spelling will cover key grammatical homophones (son/sont, et/est/es), the use of the letter g, and high-frequency invariable words. The poem L’Île des rêves will also be part of the recitation programme. In addition, students will be expected to write one book review due on Monday 16th February 2026.

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Year summary

Term

What are we studying?

Autumn

MODULE 1 Compréhension écrite : extraits de roman et BD, calendrier Grammaire du verbe : passé-présent-futur, les groupes Lexique : l’ordre alphabétique, expression du temps Orthographe : la cédille, a/à, ou/où, les mots invariables Analyse grammaticale : phrase verbale/nominale, phrase simple/complexe Ecriture : invention (connecteurs de temps, cohérence et mise en page des paragraphes)

Spring

MODULE 2 Compréhension écrite : la lettre Analyse grammaticale (suite) Grammaire du verbe (suite) Ecriture : mettre en forme une lettre et compléter une enveloppe Lexique : les mots particuliers et génériques Orthographe : les homophones grammaticaux (son/sont, et/est/es), la lettre ‘g’ et les mots invariables. Récitation : L’Ile des rêves

Summer

MODULE 3 Compréhension écrite : Interpréter un texte à l’aide d’indices implicites ou explicites – Les faits divers Ecriture : inventer un fait divers Lexique : les synonymes et les différents sens d’un même mot Analyse grammaticale (suite) Conjugaison : révisions du présent et des verbes irréguliers. Orthographe : mots irréguliers et mots de la même famille. Mémoriser et interpréter un poème de son choix parmi ceux étudiés.

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Geography

Spring content

Mine & Craft The children will enjoy an introduction to globalisation (global connections), with a topic linking geography to Minecraft! They will think about raw materials, linking them to the material goods we are familiar with. We will use the world map to learn where things are extracted/grown and the journeys materials make around the world (exports and imports). For example, the children will learn about the importance of sand, through its use in making glass, concrete and fibre optic cables. To continue the theme of “connections”, we will also look at manufacturing and see where certain industries are (and have been) located and the reasons for this; for example, the “Rust Belt” (USA) and the Pearl River Delta (China). Skills: Continued use of maps (physical and political): scale, distance, location. Data: graphs, pie charts and in GIS data (geographical information systems). Some collaborative work.

Term

Autumn 1

Rivers The water cycle Overview of a river: from source to mouth. Tributaries. A simulation of a river (class activity and homework). The upper course of a river: mountains, streams, narrow and shallow, slow-flowing, rocky load, lots of erosion, waterfalls, gorges and rapids. Processes along a river: erosion, transportation and deposition. Terminology test. How V-shaped valleys form.

Autumn 2

Rivers The middle course of a river: meanders. The middle course of a river: ox-box lakes. Overview of a river: differences between the source and the mouth. Assessment – everything so far. Rivers of the world.

Spring 1

Mine & Craft Materials used in Minecraft – examples of raw materials and the goods we make from them. Considering exports; where raw materials are mined, farmed, fished. Silica sands: extraction, journeys, uses. How vital this resource is. Precious things (gold, silver, precious stones): mining, the trade, their value and uses. How interconnected the world is: an everyday item and the journey its materials make in its production.

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Geography

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Spring 2

Mine & Craft (extended) Manufacturing: where various industries used to be located and why: e.g. the “Rust Belt” (USA). The rise of China: what, where and how. What happens when industry leaves a place. Opportunities and costs: considering evidence that our global world has largely been a success; considering arguments against this.

Summer 1

Maps and Map reading An introduction to Ordnance Survey maps: what they are, their main features and how to read them Map symbols Grid references

Summer 2

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What are we studying?

Maps and Map reading End of year examination Map scales Measuring distance Reading relief from maps

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Harmony Spring content

Sustainable thinking across the curriculum These lessons are designed to teach children about the Principles of Harmony in Nature and the importance of keeping this harmony in balance. The Principles of Harmony are Interdependence, Natural cycles, Diversity, Adaptation, Health, Geometry, and Oneness. The subject is explored by pupils through inquiries of learning, reading, and discussing stories, explorative walks in nature, and creative activities. These questions are linked with their syllabus content each half-term and learning is interdisciplinary with Art, Maths, English, and Science subject knowledge development. Themes by term will be: Autumn: Habits and Habitats Spring: Evolution Summer: Sharing the Planet

Term

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Adaptation

Spring summary

Autumn 1

Inquiry Question: How does nature find creative ways to adapt? Students will learn that protecting local habitats is crucial for maintaining biodiversity and ensuring the health of ecosystems. By understanding the adaptive strategies of nature and actively participating in local conservation efforts, students will gain a deep appreciation for the resilience of life and the importance of protecting our natural world.

Health

Autumn 2

How do our eating choices affect our environment? Students will learn that by making mindful eating choices, reducing food waste through creative habits and inventions, and understanding the life cycle of food and embodied energy that goes into its production, packaging and transportation, we can significantly reduce our environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable future. Cycles

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Spring 1

Inquiry Question: How do living things change as they grow? Pupils will learn about life cycles and develop knowledge about the changes living things (animals including humans and plants) go through as they develop with age. They will learn about how living things evolved and identify changes in matter and materials. Learning about life cycles, the processes of growth and development, and the principles of evolution, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how living things change over time. These lessons will help them appreciate the complexity and diversity of life on Earth.

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What are we studying? Interdependence

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Spring 2

Inquiry Question: What makes ‘me’ become ‘we’? Pupils will learn about the importance of mental well-being and how humans are naturally social creatures. They will learn about the importance of communities and that these are not exclusive to humans. Communities are a population of species that interact with each other, and they are natural, biologically diverse ecosystems. Keeping these healthy and in balance are important factors to our mental well-being. Oneness

Summer 1

Inquiry Question: Why is biodiversity important in the environment? Students will explore and develop an understanding of how biodiversity is important in the environment because it contributes to ecosystem stability and resilience, provides essential ecosystem services, offers genetic resources for innovation and adaptation, has cultural and recreational value, supports economic activities, and enhances resilience to climate change. Protecting and conserving biodiversity is essential for maintaining healthy ecosystems and ensuring the well-being of present and future generations of all living things. Diversity

Summer 2

Inquiry Question: How do we live different lives on a common ground? Students will study the diverse ways in which living things coexist and interact within shared environments on the Planet and explore ways in which we can navigate living different lives on common ground.

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They will learn about how soil serves as a vital carbon storehouse, playing a crucial role in carbon sequestration, soil health, biodiversity, and ecosystem function. Protecting soil is essential for mitigating climate change, promoting food security, and preserving natural ecosystems.

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History Spring content

Using a range of texts and sources of evidence Year 5 will explore further the key events of The Roman Empirefrom the end of The Iron Age to the when the Romans were forced to retreat. The children will learn about the important Roman Emperors, Roman Inventions, The Roman Army and Roman daily life. We will also be investigating the role of the Iceni Tribe and the uprising of the powerful and brave Boudica. We end the topic by finding out about why and when the Roman Army began to weaken and were called back to Rome – ending Roman rule and signifying the beginning of The Anglo Saxons.

Term

What are we studying?

The Anglo Saxons In this unit, the students will discover the key events in Britain from the decline of the Roman Empire until the invasion of the Vikings, starting with the Lindisfarne invasion in AD 793.

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Autumn 1

Autumn 2

History as a discipline (chronology, archaeology and timeline) Reasons for the decline of the Roman Empire Invasions in Britain The figure of King Arthur Anglo-Saxons settlements Anglo-Saxon laws

Anglo Saxon beliefs and customs Anglo Saxon culture and Art Beowulf and Sutton Hoo Alfred the Great Protection against invaders (Burhs)

Spring 1

The Romans 1 The children will be learning about the full story of The Romans – from invasion to retreat The Romans invade Britain Britain between the Caesars Claudius the Conqueror The Roman Army Building Roads to conquer Turning Britain into Rome

Spring 2

The Romans 2 Boudica Bites Back Building Hadrian’s Wall Living like a Roman Religion in Roman Britain Trouble in the Empire The Romans retreat.

Summer 1

Mayan Civilisation In this unit the children will learn about the Mayan world and it’s civilisation – including farming, religion and art. The Mayan World The City States Daily Life

Summer 2

Mayan Religion Mayan Culture What happened to the Maya?

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Latin Year 5 will begin an introduction to Latin with Minimus Book 1. The autumn term will be looking to familiarise them with the links between Latin and English grammar and vocabulary by exploring life with the family of Vindolandan General Flavius and his family through the eyes of their ever-present household guest and resident mouse, Minimus.

Term

Autumn 1

Life in Vindolanda Minimus Chapter 1: Meet the family Members of the family and pets Write your family profile in Latin Roman Houses and using adjectives Roman food and dining: create a Roman menu

Spring 1

Romans and Britons: Chapter 5 What was life like before Roman rule? Meet the Romans: creative writing activity Adverbs Roman report – what Romans thought of Britons

Summer 1

Roman and Greek theatre Making theatrical masks Perform a scene in translation from Plautus’ The Ghost wearing Roman tragic and comic masks

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Term

What are we studying?

Autumn 2

Work, work, work: chapter 3 Jobs and roles in society in Roman times Introduction to present tense verbs Myth of Pandora The best days of your life Chapter 4 Roman childhood and schooling How is it similar and different Roman writing activity Saturnalia cards

Spring 2

Off to town: Roman trade and commerce Life in Eboracum – the forum and trade roots Septimius Severus in York Candidus goes to Verulamium – life for merchants in Britannia

Summer 2

Myths and monster’s posters: Create your own myth, hero, monster and quest The Military machine: Chapter 7 Imperative verbs forms Magistra dixit game with imperatives

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Mandarin Spring content

During the Spring term, Year 5 will continue exploring Mandarin through Unit 2: Dates & Contact Information, building on their confidence with everyday language. Pupils will learn how to name the days of the week, months and use these to talk about birthdays and age in full sentences. They will also practise asking for and giving telephone numbers, strengthening both speaking and listening skills. Alongside language learning, pupils will discover key cultural elements, including the Chinese zodiac, the significance of lucky numbers, and a range of Chinese New Year traditions and activities. By the end of the unit, children will be able to share more detailed personal information in Mandarin while developing a deeper understanding of Chinese culture.

Term

Spring 1

Unit 2: Dates & Contact Info Learning days of the week and months Talking about birthdays and age Asking and answering telephone numbers

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Autumn 1

Unit 1: Greetings & Numbers Learning Pinyin and tones Exploring basic strokes of Chinese characters Greeting people and introducing yourself Counting from 1 to 99

Summer 1

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What are we studying?

Unit 3: Family & Occupation Talking about family members Describing family structure Introducing yourself and your family

Term

What are we studying?

Autumn 2

Continuing Unit 1 Practising simple dialogues using greetings Understanding Chinese names and culture Introducing the Mid-Autumn Festival with creative activities.

Spring 2

Continuing Unit 2 Learning cultural elements: Chinese zodiac and lucky numbers Practising full sentences about personal information Chinese New Year activities and traditions

Summer 2

Continuing Unit 3 Talking about occupations and where people work Learning basic sentence structure and word order End-of-year revision and speaking practice

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Maths In the first half term, pupils will learn about:

In the second half term, pupils will learn about:

2D Shapes

Decimals (continued)

To classify triangles and quadrilaterals

To multiply by 10, 100 and 1000 using decimals

To use notation to show equal and parallel sides

To order and round decimals

To calculate interior angles of a triangle and

To complete sequences using decimals.

quadrilateral To describe the features of regular and irregular polygons.

More Decimals To carry out written calculations of adding and subtracting decimals

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Translation

To carry out written calculations of multiplying

To use a coordinate grid

decimals

To follow instructions to translate shapes on a

To divide decimals, including using addition of

coordinate grid

decimal places to deal with remainders

To identify translations

To solve real life problems with decimals.

To use positive and negative numbers. Decimals, Fractions, and Percentages Reflection

To write fractions as decimals

To reflect shapes in a horizontal or vertical mirror line

To write decimals as fractions

To identify lines of symmetry

To write decimals and fractions as percentages

To reflect shapes in a diagonal mirror line

To compare and order FDPs (Fractions, Decimals,

To reflect shapes and points on a coordinate grid in

and Percentages) .

the first quadrant. Money & Measures Negative Numbers

To convert between smaller and larger units of

To order numbers, including negative numbers

currency e.g. pounds to pence

To solve problems using negative numbers

To solve real life money problems

Data handling using negative numbers

To convert metric units of length, mass, and

To use negative numbers to read and plot

volume

coordinates in all four quadrants.

To convert imperial units of length, mass, and volume

Decimals To understand the place value of decimal digits

Extension: To convert between imperial and metric units

To identify and place decimals on a number line To add and subtract using decimals

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To multiply and divide using decimals.

How it will be assessed Termly online assessments are completed by the pupils to demonstrate their depth of understanding of the mathematical topics that they have been studying. In addition, informal oral assessment takes place in lessons throughout the term to consolidate and assess depth of understanding.

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Maths Term

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Autumn 1

Roman numerals Place value Methods for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing

Autumn 2

Factors, multiples, and primes Angles Fractions

Spring 1

2-D shapes Negative numbers and co-ordinates Translation and reflection Decimals introduction

Spring 2

Decimals calculations Comparing decimals, fractions, and percentages Money and measure

Summer 1

Fractions of quantities Percentages Long multiplication Division methods

Summer 2

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Area and Perimeter 3-D shapes Tables and graphs Time and timetables

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Physical Education During the Spring term, Year 5 will take part in gymnastics, table tennis, dodgeball, and benchball.

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In gymnastics, pupils will work in pairs and small groups to design and refine short sequences, experimenting with changes in level, speed, and direction. They will focus on maintaining strong body tension and clear extension throughout their movements, helping them build confidence and control when performing in front of their peers. In table tennis, students will develop their grip technique and learn how to execute consistent serves, forehands, and backhands. Through a mix of drills and conditioned games, they will begin to understand how to apply these skills tactically during rallies. In dodgeball and benchball, pupils will deepen their understanding of game rules and basic strategies. By taking part in competitive activities, they will continue to strengthen their throwing accuracy, catching consistency, and spatial

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awareness.

Term

What are we studying?

Autumn 1

Football: passing, shooting, dribbling, conditioned games. Netball: passing, shooting, attack vs defence, positions and conditioned games Games: balance, coordination, agility, stuck in the mud, octopus tag, capture the flag.

Autumn 2

Spring 1

Gymnastics: balances, body shapes, travel, jumps and rolls Table Tennis: serving, rallying, shot selection and rules. Dodgeball: passing, dodging, tactics and attack vs defence.

Spring 2

Gymnastics: balances, body shapes, travel, jumps and rolls Table Tennis: serving, rallying, shot selection and rules. Dodgeball: passing, dodging, tactics and attack vs defence.

Summer 1

Cricket: throwing, catching, batting, bowling and fielding Athletics: shuttle relay, 60m sprint, 200m sprint, hurdles, long jump, javelin throw and shot-put throw.

Summer 2

Cricket: throwing, catching, batting, bowling and fielding Athletics: shuttle relay, 60m sprint, 200m sprint, hurdles, long jump, javelin throw and shot-put throw. 24

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Performing Arts At Hampton Court House, we believe that the performing arts are integral to our school community. Therefore, students will actively participate in various performances throughout the year. We are committed to offering

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inclusive opportunities that allow every student to showcase their talents. In our lessons, to prepare for these performances students will focus on developing spatial awareness, musicality, vocal, physical, and character skills to enhance their performance abilities. They will learn stage craft and understand how to engage an audience. Additionally, we place a strong emphasis on collaborative and creative skills, which are essential for every child's growth. Our classes incorporate engaging games and activities designed to foster teamwork, improve peer interaction, and develop the ability to follow directions. Students are encouraged to contribute creative suggestions through music, movement, and dialogue, ensuring a well-rounded arts education at Hampton Court House. We begin the year by preparing for our Christmas show. Dance will move from ballet to a wider range of styles, and we believe this show will provide them with a great opportunity to develop their skills. In Year 5 students have the exciting opportunity of working on a Musical. They will use their Dance, Drama and Music lessons to prepare for this learning about stage presence, blocking, choreography and ensemble work. This is a wonderful experience for our year 5 & 6 students who work together on the show. By the end of the production, students not only showcase their talents but also forge new friendships and strengthen their sense of belonging within our school community, united in achieving a common goal. Throughout the year, there will also be numerous recitals and concerts, providing students with platforms to display

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their musical abilities and talents.

Year 5 Curriculum Overview

Spring Term 2026

PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education) Our PSHE curriculum in provides pupils with a broad and balanced programme that nurtures their personal development, emotional wellbeing, and understanding of the world around them. It encompasses all areas of PSHE, including the statutory elements of Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) and Health Education.

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The curriculum is structured into six key learning themes, delivered across the academic year. These themes are revisited annually, allowing children to deepen and extend their understanding as they progress through the school. This spiral approach ensures that each topic is explored with increasing maturity and relevance, building pupils' confidence, empathy, and resilience at every stage of their development. Parents have a right to request to withdraw their child from sex education delivered as part of RSE up to three terms before their child turns 16. At this point, if the child themselves wishes to receive sex education rather than be withdrawn, the school will make arrangements for this to happen in one of the three terms before the child turns 16 - the legal age of sexual consent. More information on this will be provided in the parent information meeting in September. How it will be assessed PSHE lessons are predominantly discussion based, with some written tasks for deeper comprehension and application. At the end of each lesson, the students will complete self-reflection sheets for teachers to monitor understanding and adapt future teaching. Teachers keep track of the students’ levels and understanding of the different elements of PSHE across the year.

What are we studying?

Autumn 1

Being Me in my World Planning the year ahead Being a citizen Rights & responsibilities How behaviour affects groups Democracy, having a voice, participating

Spring 1

Relationships Self recognition & self worth Building self esteem Safer online communities Rights & responsibilities online Online gaming & reducing screen time Dangers of online grooming SMARRT internet safety rules

Summer 1

Healthy Me Future dreams The importance of money Jobs & careers Dream jobs Goals in different cultures Supporting others Motivation

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Year summary

Term

What are we studying?

Autumn 2

Celebrating Difference Cultural differences Racism Rumours & name calling Types of bullying Material wealth & happiness Enjoying & respecting other cultures

Spring 2

Changing Me Self and body image Influence of online & media on body image Puberty (girls & boys) Conception Coping with change Preparing for transition

Summer 2

Dreams and Goals Smoking & vaping Alcohol & antisocial behaviour Emergency aid Body image Relationships with food Healthy choices Motivation & behaviour

Year 5 Curriculum Overview

Spring Term 2025

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This term Year 5 will cover Earth and Space & Forces. The pupils will be taught the following skills: To plan different types of experiments. Identify equipment required for experiment. Take measurements, using scientific equipment; e.g. measuring cylinder and scales Record data and results in tables and bar and line graphs, using a ruler and a pencil. Make predictions, using test results. Present findings, through graphs, tables evaluations and conclusions.

How it will be assessed Pupils will be assessed on ½ termly tests to determine understanding and misconceptions. Then in the Summer Term the pupils will be assessed on the years’ work to evaluate knowledge and understanding.

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What are we studying? Laboratory Safety/Properties of Materials

Year summary

Autumn 1

Equipment used in a science laboratory Hazards and rules in a lab. Compare and group together everyday materials based on their properties, including their hardness, transparency, and conductivity (electrical and thermal) Give reasons, based on evidence from comparative and fair tests, for uses of everyday materials, including metals, wood and plastic. Changes of Materials

Autumn 2

Compare and group together everyday materials based on their properties, including their solubility and response to magnets. Know that some materials will dissolve in liquid to form a solution and describe how to recover a substance from a solution. Use knowledge of solids, liquids and gases to decide how mixtures might be separated, including through filtering, sieving and evaporating. Demonstrate that dissolving, mixing and changes of state are reversible changes.

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Earth and Space

Spring 1

Describe the movement of the Earth, and other planets, relative to the Sun in the solar system. Explain the movement of the Moon relative to the Earth Describe the Sun, Earth and Moon as approximately spherical bodies Use the idea of the Earth’s rotation to explain day and night and the apparent movement of the sun across the sky.

Year 5 Curriculum Overview

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Science Forces

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Explain that unsupported objects fall towards the Earth because of the force of gravity acting between the Earth and the falling object. Identify the effects of air resistance, that acts between moving surfaces. Investigate the effect ground friction has on movement. Investigate and identify the effect of boat shape on water resistance. Living Things and Their Habitats

Summer 1

Describe and label the male and female reproductive parts of flower Record a diary of a bean Describe the differences in the life cycles of a mammal, an amphibian, an insect and a bird Explain the life process of reproduction in some animals. Animals including Humans

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Summer 2

Pupils will learn about the gestation periods of a variety of animals, including humans. They will be able to describe the key stages and processes of human foetal development. Through research they will be able to explore the key physical and emotional changes that take place during puberty in both boys and girls) and discuss the physical and mental changes to the human body as it ages. They will explain with diagrams, the timeline of key events that occur in human life.