West Leigh Juniors Weekly News

Letters sent home this week

• Whole School - Sports Day - 20.05.2026
• Whole School - Ofsted Letter & Report - 15.05.2026

PE Days Summer 2

3T

• Indoor PE - Tuesday
• Outdoor PE - Thursday

3H

• Indoor PE - Wednesday
• Outdoor PE - Friday

3L

• Indoor PE - Monday
• Outdoor PE - Thursday

3M

• Indoor PE - Tuesday
• Outdoor PE - Friday

Swimming

• 3H - Monday
• 3L – Tuesday
• 3T – Wednesday
• 3M – Wednesday

Year 4

As the half term draws to a close, the children have been able to celebrate the success of their Shakespeare-themed performances to parents, family members and to the rest of the school. Their presentations were both informative and entertaining and the children should be very proud of themselves. English lessons have involved finding out about David Attenborough. In order to prepare for writing a biography, the children have sorted information about him under specific headings. Furthermore, they have used their skimming and scanning skills to research more information about his life. They have also practised writing using Standard English which is the skill they will need to write their final biographies after half term. As mathematicians, we have been consolidating formal methods of multiplication and division. Some groups have used their knowledge to complete fact families. Other children have solved multiplication and division problems, some with more than one step. In science, the children have investigated the effect of having various components in a circuit, such as multiple batteries, bulbs or wires, to create series and parallel circuits. They made careful observations, represented their results in the form of a table and concluded what they had found out. As artists, the children have continued their study about L.S. Lowry. In order to produce their final piece, the children have mimicked his style and experimented with using watercolours. They have planned what their final piece will look like: considering what rides, buildings and people will be in the background, middle ground and foreground. Reminder: For the first three week after half term, Year 4 children will need recorders for their music lessons.

Letters sent home this week

• Whole School - Sports Day - 20.05.2026
• Whole School - Ofsted Letter & Report - 15.05.2026

PE Days Summer 2

4B

• Indoor PE - Friday
• Outdoor PE - Thursday

4E

• Indoor PE - Monday
• Outdoor PE - Tuesday

4SW

• Indoor PE - Wednesday
• Outdoor PE - Tuesday

4C

• Indoor PE - Monday
• Outdoor PE - Thursday

Swimming

• 4B - Monday
• 4SW - Monday
• 4C - Wednesday
• 4E - Friday

Year 5

Well hasn’t that half term flown by! With the weather turning warmer, it looks like our half term break is going to be wonderful.   After a week of reading, reciting and analysing inspiring poetry, Year 5 had a go at writing their own. Inspired by Baz Luhrmann’s Sunscreen, they created thoughtful ‘letters to their future selves’, using the same structure and demonstrating maturity and creativity that impressed staff. In Dragon Mountain, they explored how the author’s language conveys a range of emotions and identified techniques that engage the reader. In maths, pupils tackled problem-solving with multiplication and division, consolidating formal methods. Some classes also revised key concepts in shape and space to prepare for upcoming tests. Following their visit to Indi Rock, two classes explored Mayan mathematics, learning to calculate using a base-20 system with just three symbols. As always, they approached these challenges with determination and enthusiasm. Our history lesson focused on Mayan religion.  The children were introduced to the Mayan gods and then using their learning from previous areas of study, they compared their roles, finding similarities and differences between the civilisations.  They were fascinated to find that many of the civilisations had the gods for the same areas and great discussions were had regarding what they tell us about human needs and fears and why there were so many similarities. Their conversations and thoughts showed a depth of understanding beyond their years.   Our week and the half term ended with the Big Art Adventure.  The children were excited to choose an area of art from a huge range offered by the teachers and to spend the day learning, practising, perfecting their skills and creating something of which they could be proud.  It was wonderful to see the mix of different year groups working, learning, creating and helping each other and we look forward to showing you the fruits of their labour at our upcoming open evening.   The Year 5 staff wish you and the children a wonderful, fun-filled and relaxing half term and look forward to welcoming the children back on Tuesday 3rd June.

Letters sent home this week

• Whole School - Sports Day - 20.05.2026
• Whole School - Ofsted Letter & Report - 15.05.2026

PE Days Summer 2

5G

• Indoor PE - Tuesday
• Outdoor PE - Monday

5A

• Indoor PE - Friday
• Outdoor PE - Wednesday

5N

• Indoor PE - Friday
• Outdoor PE - Wednesday

5F

• Indoor PE - Thursday
• Outdoor PE - Monday

​​Swimming

• 5N – Tuesday
• 5F – Tuesday
• 5G – Thursday
• 5A – Thursday

Year 6

Following the efforts and achievement of SATs week, Year 6 pupils have continued to approach their learning with enthusiasm and creativity. In English and Connected Curriculum, pupils have been completing and refining their independent knowledge organisers linked to their chosen UK location. They carefully selected and organised information about the most significant and interesting aspects of their area of study, presenting their research clearly and thoughtfully. In art, pupils have begun creating their sculptures inspired by their geographical learning. It has been wonderful to see their imaginative ideas starting to take shape, with pupils applying creativity, problem-solving skills and careful craftsmanship throughout the process. In maths, pupils have been practising presenting their work neatly and accurately using pen, helping to prepare them for expectations in Year 7. They approached this maturely and showed great care in maintaining high standards of presentation while continuing to apply their mathematical skills confidently.