Chilton Primary School
Learn with passion to live with purpose
Pine Class Year 6
Welcome to Pine Class! We are a class of 24 kind and enthusiastic learners.
Our teacher is Miss Elliot.
Throughout the week, we are supported by Mrs Jolley.
Our PE days are Monday and Thursday.
Term Six - Why are some places safer to live than others?
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled in the heart of England, lived a curious young girl. One evening, while watching the news, she saw harrowing footage of an earthquake devastating a far-off land. Puzzled, she pondered why such catastrophic events never occurred in her peaceful homeland. Intrigued, Alice delved into research and discovered the science behind tectonic plates and earthquake-prone regions. She learned that certain areas, due to their location on fault lines, were more susceptible to seismic activity. Understanding the geographical factors that make some places safer to reside in than others, Alice appreciated the serene stability of her home and empathised with those who dwelled in such precarious terrains.
In our geography learning this term, children will investigate the question ‘Why are some places safer to live than others?’ Children will learn that below the surface of Earth are tectonic plates, which meet at fault lines, and are responsible for some of the natural disasters experienced by people who live there. Children will learn about the features of Earthquakes and Volcanoes and what makes them so dangerous; we will consider whether there are positives to living in areas where such disasters exist and how they affect people who live in such places.
Term 5 - What can other cultures bring to our country?
As I stood by the dock, watching the grand ship, Empire Windrush, glide in gracefully, my eyes widened in amazement. Hundreds of passengers streamed down the gangplank, each carrying their hopes and dreams in battered suitcases. Their faces were etched with excitement, anticipation, and perhaps a tinge of apprehension. I couldn't help but marvel at how different they all looked compared to me, their clothes vibrant with colours I had never seen before.
I pondered upon the promise that their arrival held for England. What changes would they bring? What wonders would unfold with their presence on our shores? Only time would tell, but one thing was for certain - the arrival of the Windrush passengers marked the beginning of a new chapter for us all.
This term, we will explore the historical links between Britain and the Caribbean. Children will use their knowledge of WW2 from term four to understand what its ongoing impacts were on Britain.
Throughout the term, the children will learn about the Windrush movement and how it is commemorated in modern day events. They will learn about why people immigrated to England post-war and what it was like to live here during this time.