Classes
Here you will find in-depth information about each of our year groups and find out what they learn about in school.
At Kingsland, we are extremely proud of our classes being sponsored by a wide range of universities across the United Kingdom.
To find out more about each individual year group, simply click on your year of choice. Once clicked, all of your information will magically appear!
UNIVERSITY OF ABERYSTWYTH
Welcome to Reception at Kingsland Primary School
At Kingsland Primary School, a maintained and inclusive primary school in Kingstanding, Birmingham, our Reception year marks the exciting start of your child’s educational journey. We are dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where children are ready to learn, inspired to achieve, and prepared for life — all built on mutual respect and high aspirations for every pupil.
Our Reception Approach: Child-Led Play and Early Learning
Our Reception classroom is designed to put your child at the heart of their learning through child-led play, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. This approach encourages curiosity, creativity, and independence, supporting children’s natural desire to explore and discover.
Key Features of Our Reception Provision:
- Focus on Basic Number Skills: Children engage with numbers and early mathematical concepts through fun, hands-on activities that develop their understanding naturally.
- Early Language and Storytelling: We emphasise developing early communication skills by encouraging children to share stories, listen attentively, and build vocabulary through rich language experiences.
- Physical Development: Through exploratory and active play, children enhance their fine and gross motor skills, helping them build confidence and coordination.
- Personal, Social, and Emotional Development (PSED): Our play-based environment supports children in building positive relationships, understanding emotions, and developing self-regulation skills.
- Continuous Outdoor Access: Reception pupils enjoy uninterrupted access to a safe outdoor space, allowing them to learn in an engaging, natural setting that complements indoor activities.
- Balanced Learning: While much of the learning is child-initiated, we also provide targeted adult-led sessions in maths and literacy to ensure every child develops essential skills.
Partnership with Parents and Carers
We understand that learning is a partnership between school and home. To support this, we use Tapestry, an online learning journal that allows us to share your child’s progress, observations, and special moments between nursery and home. This helps you stay connected with your child’s development every step of the way.
We also offer parent workshops designed to empower you in supporting your child’s learning at home. These include:
- Language development workshops
- Craft and creative activities
- Guidance on continuous development and milestones
Phonics Journey: Starting Strong with Little Wandle
Reception pupils begin their phonics journey following the Little Wandle Letters and Sounds programme. This structured approach ensures that children develop strong foundational skills in reading and writing, setting them up for future academic success.
Reflecting Our Vision and Values
At Kingsland Primary School, we are committed to ensuring every child feels included and valued. Our Reception provision embodies this by fostering a respectful, supportive environment where pupils can thrive academically and socially. We hold high expectations for all children, encouraging them to reach their personal goals in a setting that celebrates diversity and nurtures confidence.
Summary
Our Reception year at Kingsland Primary School lays a strong foundation for lifelong learning through child-led play, early language and number skills, physical development, and emotional well-being. By working closely with parents and carers, we create a vibrant learning community where every child is inspired to achieve and prepared for life ahead.
We look forward to welcoming your child to our Reception class and supporting their exciting journey of discovery and growth.
Kingsland Primary School – where every child’s potential is nurtured with care and high aspirations.
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University of Warwick
Welcome to Reception at Kingsland Primary School
At Kingsland Primary School, a maintained and inclusive primary school in Kingstanding, Birmingham, our Reception year marks the exciting start of your child’s educational journey. We are dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where children are ready to learn, inspired to achieve, and prepared for life — all built on mutual respect and high aspirations for every pupil.
Our Reception Approach: Child-Led Play and Early Learning
Our Reception classroom is designed to put your child at the heart of their learning through child-led play, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. This approach encourages curiosity, creativity, and independence, supporting children’s natural desire to explore and discover.
Key Features of Our Reception Provision:
- Focus on Basic Number Skills: Children engage with numbers and early mathematical concepts through fun, hands-on activities that develop their understanding naturally.
- Early Language and Storytelling: We emphasise developing early communication skills by encouraging children to share stories, listen attentively, and build vocabulary through rich language experiences.
- Physical Development: Through exploratory and active play, children enhance their fine and gross motor skills, helping them build confidence and coordination.
- Personal, Social, and Emotional Development (PSED): Our play-based environment supports children in building positive relationships, understanding emotions, and developing self-regulation skills.
- Continuous Outdoor Access: Reception pupils enjoy uninterrupted access to a safe outdoor space, allowing them to learn in an engaging, natural setting that complements indoor activities.
- Balanced Learning: While much of the learning is child-initiated, we also provide targeted adult-led sessions in maths and literacy to ensure every child develops essential skills.
Partnership with Parents and Carers
We understand that learning is a partnership between school and home. To support this, we use Tapestry, an online learning journal that allows us to share your child’s progress, observations, and special moments between nursery and home. This helps you stay connected with your child’s development every step of the way.
We also offer parent workshops designed to empower you in supporting your child’s learning at home. These include:
- Language development workshops
- Craft and creative activities
- Guidance on continuous development and milestones
Phonics Journey: Starting Strong with Little Wandle
Reception pupils begin their phonics journey following the Little Wandle Letters and Sounds programme. This structured approach ensures that children develop strong foundational skills in reading and writing, setting them up for future academic success.
Reflecting Our Vision and Values
At Kingsland Primary School, we are committed to ensuring every child feels included and valued. Our Reception provision embodies this by fostering a respectful, supportive environment where pupils can thrive academically and socially. We hold high expectations for all children, encouraging them to reach their personal goals in a setting that celebrates diversity and nurtures confidence.
Next Steps for Parents and Carers
- Explore our Reception parent workshops calendar and sign up to get involved.
- Connect with your child’s learning journey through Tapestry — details will be provided at the start of term.
- Visit our school regularly and attend information sessions to see how your child is progressing.
Summary
Our Reception year at Kingsland Primary School lays a strong foundation for lifelong learning through child-led play, early language and number skills, physical development, and emotional well-being. By working closely with parents and carers, we create a vibrant learning community where every child is inspired to achieve and prepared for life ahead.
We look forward to welcoming your child to our Reception class and supporting their exciting journey of discovery and growth.
Kingsland Primary School – where every child’s potential is nurtured with care and high aspirations
UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL
Supporting Your Child’s Learning Journey
Our year group curriculum builds a strong foundation in literacy and numeracy, aligned with the Little Wandle phonics programme, to ensure every pupil thrives. We recognise the importance of high aspirations and mutual respect in helping children achieve their goals, and this commitment is embedded in all we do.
Phonics and Reading
- Children continue their phonics journey with the Little Wandle programme, helping them develop confident reading and spelling skills.
- We offer parent workshops on phonics and reading, providing you with practical strategies to support your child’s learning at home.
- Pupils begin to write more independently, focusing on spelling words phonetically as they build their confidence and skills.
Early Maths Development
- Our curriculum emphasises key early maths skills such as:
- Number bonds
- Doubles and halves
- Counting in 2s, 5s, and 10s
- We provide parent workshops on early maths, ensuring you can support your child’s understanding of these essential concepts.
- To reinforce learning, pupils are set homework via ANTON and have access to Numbots, interactive platforms that make practising maths fun and engaging.
Formalising Learning and Homework
- As pupils progress, education becomes more formalised to prepare them for the next stages of their schooling.
- Homework tasks are carefully designed to consolidate learning, promote independent study skills, and encourage a positive attitude towards education.
How This Reflects Our Vision and Values
- At Kingsland Primary School, we believe every child deserves the best start in life. Our approach to teaching phonics, reading, and early maths is built on:
- Inclusivity: Catering to our diverse pupil population, including 52% Pupil Premium, 31% SEND, and 25% EAL pupils, ensuring all children can access the curriculum fully.
- High Aspirations: We set ambitious targets for every child, supporting them to achieve their personal best.
- Mutual Respect: Working closely with parents and carers, we foster a strong partnership to support pupils’ learning and development.
Next Steps for Parents and Carers
- Attend our workshops: Join our phonics, reading, and early maths workshops to learn how to support your child at home.
- Engage with homework platforms: Encourage your child to use ANTON and Numbots regularly to reinforce classroom learning.
- Communicate with us: Stay in touch with your child’s teacher to discuss progress and any additional support needed.
Summary
Kingsland Primary School is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil can continue their phonics journey, develop essential early maths skills, and grow into confident, independent learners. Through our partnership with parents and carers, we uphold our vision of high aspirations and mutual respect, ensuring your child is ready to learn, inspired to achieve, and prepared for life.
Together, we can make your child’s learning journey a successful and joyful experience.
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
Supporting Your Child’s Learning Journey
We believe that strong partnerships with parents and carers are key to helping pupils reach their full potential. Our year group curriculum is designed to build on prior knowledge while introducing more formalised education that encourages pupils to develop confidence and independence across key subjects.
Phonics, Spelling, and Reading
- Pupils recap their phonics journey following the Little Wandle programme, reinforcing essential skills in decoding and blending sounds.
- We place a strong emphasis on spelling rules, helping pupils to spell with increasing accuracy as they progress.
- To support reading development, we offer regular parents’ workshops focused on spellings and reading strategies, empowering you to support your child effectively at home.
Mathematics: Building Key Skills
- Early maths development focuses on mastering key facts such as number bonds, doubles, halves, and multiplication by 2, 3, 5, and 10.
- To reinforce learning, homework is set via the ANTON platform, with additional access to Numbots and TTrockstars. These interactive tools make practising maths facts engaging and effective.
- We encourage pupils to develop fluency in these fundamental skills, preparing them for more complex problem-solving in later years.
Writing Across Genres
- Pupils write across a range of genres, gradually increasing in accuracy and length.
- This approach supports their communication skills and creativity, reflecting our commitment to high aspirations for all pupils.
- Writing tasks are carefully structured to build confidence and mastery, aligned with the expectations of the OFSTED inspection framework.
How We Live Our Vision and Values
At Kingsland Primary School, every aspect of learning is underpinned by mutual respect and high aspirations. We ensure that pupils feel valued and supported, enabling them to set and achieve their personal goals. Our inclusive approach means we celebrate diversity and provide tailored support to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND and English as an Additional Language.
We invite you to join us in this journey by attending our workshops and engaging with the online resources provided. Together, we can inspire your child to achieve their best in a supportive community.
Next Steps for Parents and Carers
- Attend upcoming workshops on spellings, reading, and maths to gain practical strategies for supporting learning at home.
- Encourage your child to use ANTON, Numbots, and TTrockstars regularly to reinforce key skills.
- Stay connected with your child’s teachers through regular communication to monitor progress and celebrate achievements.
Summary
Our year group curriculum at Kingsland Primary School is carefully designed to nurture each pupil’s academic skills and personal growth. By focusing on phonics, spelling, reading, essential maths facts, and varied writing opportunities, we prepare pupils for future success while living out our vision of an inclusive, respectful, and aspirational learning community. We look forward to working closely with you to support your child’s journey every step of the way.
Together, we inspire achievement and prepare our pupils for life.
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Our Year 3/4 Class Structure
Our Year 3/4 class is uniquely designed to meet the needs of both year groups while ensuring every pupil thrives in line with our values of mutual respect and high aspirations.
- Morning Learning: Pupils are taught in their individual year groups for core subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and French. This targeted teaching allows us to meet each child’s specific learning needs and ensure they build strong foundations in these essential areas.
- Foundation Subjects: We follow an alpha-beta curriculum for foundation subjects (such as history, geography, art, and music) across the two years. This carefully planned curriculum ensures that over the course of Year 3 and Year 4, pupils receive a comprehensive and balanced knowledge base.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring
- Multiplication Tables Check (MTC): All Year 4 pupils undertake the national Multiplication Tables Check in June. This assessment helps us track their fluency with multiplication facts, a key skill that supports success across all areas of maths.
- Parent Workshops: We believe in working closely with parents and carers to support pupil progress. To this end, we offer dedicated workshops for both Year 3 and Year 4 focusing on:
- Maths strategies and learning at home
- Reading techniques and fostering a love of reading
- Spellings and vocabulary development
These workshops are designed to empower you with the tools and understanding to support your child’s learning journey effectively.
Living Our Vision and Values in Year 3/4
At Kingsland Primary School, every aspect of our Year 3/4 provision reflects our commitment to inclusivity, respect, and high aspirations:
- We ensure all pupils, regardless of background or ability, have access to a broad and balanced curriculum that prepares them for future academic success and life beyond school.
- Our teaching is tailored to inspire pupils to achieve their personal best and develop confidence in their abilities.
- Through respectful, supportive relationships between staff, pupils, and families, we create a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and ready to learn.
Next Steps for Parents and Carers
We encourage you to:
- Attend our upcoming parent workshops to engage actively with your child’s learning.
- Explore the curriculum overview documents available on our website for Year 3 and Year 4 to understand what your child will be learning throughout the year.
- Contact your child’s teacher with any questions or to discuss how we can best support your child’s progress
Summary
Our mixed Year 3/4 class at Kingsland Primary School offers a carefully structured learning experience that balances individual year group teaching with a comprehensive foundation curriculum. We are committed to supporting every pupil to be ready to learn, inspired to achieve, and prepared for life—living out our vision and values every day. Together with parents and carers, we aim to create a community where all children can reach their highest potential.
Thank you for being part of our Kingsland family. We look forward to a successful year ahead!
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Our Year 3/4 Class Structure
Our Year 3/4 class is uniquely designed to meet the needs of both year groups while ensuring every pupil thrives in line with our values of mutual respect and high aspirations.
- Morning Learning: Pupils are taught in their individual year groups for core subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and French. This targeted teaching allows us to meet each child’s specific learning needs and ensure they build strong foundations in these essential areas.
- Foundation Subjects: We follow an alpha-beta curriculum for foundation subjects (such as history, geography, art, and music) across the two years. This carefully planned curriculum ensures that over the course of Year 3 and Year 4, pupils receive a comprehensive and balanced knowledge base.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring
- Multiplication Tables Check (MTC): All Year 4 pupils undertake the national Multiplication Tables Check in June. This assessment helps us track their fluency with multiplication facts, a key skill that supports success across all areas of maths.
- Parent Workshops: We believe in working closely with parents and carers to support pupil progress. To this end, we offer dedicated workshops for both Year 3 and Year 4 focusing on:
- Maths strategies and learning at home
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- Reading techniques and fostering a love of reading
- Spellings and vocabulary development
These workshops are designed to empower you with the tools and understanding to support your child’s learning journey effectively.
Living Our Vision and Values in Year 3/4
At Kingsland Primary School, every aspect of our Year 3/4 provision reflects our commitment to inclusivity, respect, and high aspirations:
- We ensure all pupils, regardless of background or ability, have access to a broad and balanced curriculum that prepares them for future academic success and life beyond school.
- Our teaching is tailored to inspire pupils to achieve their personal best and develop confidence in their abilities.
- Through respectful, supportive relationships between staff, pupils, and families, we create a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and ready to learn.
Next Steps for Parents and Carers
We encourage you to:
- Attend our upcoming parent workshops to engage actively with your child’s learning.
- Explore the curriculum overview documents available on our website for Year 3 and Year 4 to understand what your child will be learning throughout the year.
- Contact your child’s teacher with any questions or to discuss how we can best support your child’s progress.
Summary
Our mixed Year 3/4 class at Kingsland Primary School offers a carefully structured learning experience that balances individual year group teaching with a comprehensive foundation curriculum. We are committed to supporting every pupil to be ready to learn, inspired to achieve, and prepared for life—living out our vision and values every day. Together with parents and carers, we aim to create a community where all children can reach their highest potential.
Thank you for being part of our Kingsland family. We look forward to a successful year ahead!
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Welcome to the Year 5/6 Class Page at Kingsland Primary School
At Kingsland Primary School, a maintained primary school in Kingstanding, Birmingham, we are proud to offer a dynamic and supportive learning environment for our Year 5 and Year 6 pupils. This page provides parents and carers with essential information about how we deliver education in our mixed Year 5/6 class, reflecting our vision to nurture pupils who are ready to learn, inspired to achieve, and prepared for life.
Our Year 5/6 Class Structure and Curriculum
Our Year 5/6 class operates with a mixed-age format that allows us to tailor learning to each pupil’s needs while fostering a community spirit based on mutual respect and high aspirations, in line with our school values.
- Morning Sessions: Pupils are taught in individual year groups for core subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and French. This ensures focused teaching that meets the specific curriculum requirements for each year.
- Foundation Subjects: We follow an alpha-beta curriculum model for foundation subjects (such as History, Geography, Art, and Design Technology). This approach guarantees that all pupils receive a comprehensive and balanced education, covering the full breadth of knowledge over the two years.
- Year 6 SATs: Our Year 6 pupils undertake their SATs assessments in May. Recognising the importance of these assessments, we provide booster sessions throughout the year to support pupils in achieving their best possible outcomes.
Enrichment and Support Opportunities
We understand that learning extends beyond the classroom, and so we offer a variety of opportunities designed to enhance pupils’ experiences and support their development:
- Residential Trips: Both Year 5 and Year 6 pupils are offered the chance to participate in residential visits. These trips are designed to build independence, teamwork, and resilience — key qualities that prepare our pupils for life beyond primary school.
- Parent Workshops: We are committed to working closely with parents and carers. Throughout the year, we offer workshops focusing on Maths, Reading, and Spelling to help you support your child’s learning at home. These sessions also provide insight into our teaching methods and curriculum expectations
Reflecting Our Vision and Values
At Kingsland Primary School, we believe every child deserves an inclusive education where they feel valued and motivated. Our Year 5/6 provision exemplifies this by:
- Creating an environment where pupils are ready to learn through carefully planned lessons tailored to their individual year group needs.
- Inspiring pupils to achieve by providing targeted booster support and enriching experiences such as residentials.
- Preparing children for life by developing essential skills, confidence, and a love of learning that will serve them well in secondary school and beyond
How You Can Get Involved
We encourage parents and carers to engage actively with their child’s education. Attending our workshops, supporting homework, and participating in school events are great ways to stay connected and contribute to your child’s success.
For any questions about the Year 5/6 curriculum, residential trips, or workshops, please contact the school office or your child’s class teacher.
Summary
Our mixed Year 5/6 class at Kingsland Primary School offers a well-rounded, supportive, and aspirational learning environment. With focused teaching, enrichment opportunities, and strong home-school partnerships, we ensure every pupil is inspired to achieve their goals and prepared for the next stage of their education. Together, we live our vision of a school built on mutual respect and high aspirations for all.
Thank you for being part of the Kingsland Primary School community. We look forward to working with you and your child throughout their exciting journey in Year 5 and Year 6.
UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
Welcome to the Year 5/6 Class Page at Kingsland Primary School
At Kingsland Primary School, a maintained primary school in Kingstanding, Birmingham, we are proud to offer a dynamic and supportive learning environment for our Year 5 and Year 6 pupils. This page provides parents and carers with essential information about how we deliver education in our mixed Year 5/6 class, reflecting our vision to nurture pupils who are ready to learn, inspired to achieve, and prepared for life.
Our Year 5/6 Class Structure and Curriculum
Our Year 5/6 class operates with a mixed-age format that allows us to tailor learning to each pupil’s needs while fostering a community spirit based on mutual respect and high aspirations, in line with our school values.
- Morning Sessions: Pupils are taught in individual year groups for core subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and French. This ensures focused teaching that meets the specific curriculum requirements for each year.
- Foundation Subjects: We follow an alpha-beta curriculum model for foundation subjects (such as History, Geography, Art, and Design Technology). This approach guarantees that all pupils receive a comprehensive and balanced education, covering the full breadth of knowledge over the two years.
- Year 6 SATs: Our Year 6 pupils undertake their SATs assessments in May. Recognising the importance of these assessments, we provide booster sessions throughout the year to support pupils in achieving their best possible outcomes.
Enrichment and Support Opportunities
- We understand that learning extends beyond the classroom, and so we offer a variety of opportunities designed to enhance pupils’ experiences and support their development:
- Residential Trips: Both Year 5 and Year 6 pupils are offered the chance to participate in residential visits. These trips are designed to build independence, teamwork, and resilience — key qualities that prepare our pupils for life beyond primary school.
- Parent Workshops: We are committed to working closely with parents and carers. Throughout the year, we offer workshops focusing on Maths, Reading, and Spelling to help you support your child’s learning at home. These sessions also provide insight into our teaching methods and curriculum expectations.
Reflecting Our Vision and Values
At Kingsland Primary School, we believe every child deserves an inclusive education where they feel valued and motivated. Our Year 5/6 provision exemplifies this by:
- Creating an environment where pupils are ready to learn through carefully planned lessons tailored to their individual year group needs.
- Inspiring pupils to achieve by providing targeted booster support and enriching experiences such as residentials.
- Preparing children for life by developing essential skills, confidence, and a love of learning that will serve them well in secondary school and beyond.
How You Can Get Involved
We encourage parents and carers to engage actively with their child’s education. Attending our workshops, supporting homework, and participating in school events are great ways to stay connected and contribute to your child’s success.
For any questions about the Year 5/6 curriculum, residential trips, or workshops, please contact the school office or your child’s class teacher.
Summary
Our mixed Year 5/6 class at Kingsland Primary School offers a well-rounded, supportive, and aspirational learning environment. With focused teaching, enrichment opportunities, and strong home-school partnerships, we ensure every pupil is inspired to achieve their goals and prepared for the next stage of their education. Together, we live our vision of a school built on mutual respect and high aspirations for all.
Thank you for being part of the Kingsland Primary School community. We look forward to working with you and your child throughout their exciting journey in Year 5 and Year 6.
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Supporting Your Child’s Learning Journey
We believe that strong partnerships with parents and carers are key to helping pupils reach their full potential. Our year group curriculum is designed to build on prior knowledge while introducing more formalised education that encourages pupils to develop confidence and independence across key subjects.
Phonics, Spelling, and Reading
- Pupils recap their phonics journey following the Little Wandle programme, reinforcing essential skills in decoding and blending sounds.
- We place a strong emphasis on spelling rules, helping pupils to spell with increasing accuracy as they progress.
- To support reading development, we offer regular parents’ workshops focused on spellings and reading strategies, empowering you to support your child effectively at home.
Mathematics: Building Key Skills
- Early maths development focuses on mastering key facts such as number bonds, doubles, halves, and multiplication by 2, 3, 5, and 10.
- To reinforce learning, homework is set via the ANTON platform, with additional access to Numbots and TTrockstars. These interactive tools make practising maths facts engaging and effective.
- We encourage pupils to develop fluency in these fundamental skills, preparing them for more complex problem-solving in later years.
Writing Across Genres
- Pupils write across a range of genres, gradually increasing in accuracy and length.
- This approach supports their communication skills and creativity, reflecting our commitment to high aspirations for all pupils.
- Writing tasks are carefully structured to build confidence and mastery, aligned with the expectations of the OFSTED inspection framework.
How We Live Our Vision and Values
At Kingsland Primary School, every aspect of learning is underpinned by mutual respect and high aspirations. We ensure that pupils feel valued and supported, enabling them to set and achieve their personal goals. Our inclusive approach means we celebrate diversity and provide tailored support to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND and English as an Additional Language.
We invite you to join us in this journey by attending our workshops and engaging with the online resources provided. Together, we can inspire your child to achieve their best in a supportive community.
Next Steps for Parents and Carers
- Attend upcoming workshops on spellings, reading, and maths to gain practical strategies for supporting learning at home.
- Encourage your child to use ANTON, Numbots, and TTrockstars regularly to reinforce key skills.
- Stay connected with your child’s teachers through regular communication to monitor progress and celebrate achievements.
Summary
Our year group curriculum at Kingsland Primary School is carefully designed to nurture each pupil’s academic skills and personal growth. By focusing on phonics, spelling, reading, essential maths facts, and varied writing opportunities, we prepare pupils for future success while living out our vision of an inclusive, respectful, and aspirational learning community. We look forward to working closely with you to support your child’s journey every step of the way.
Together, we inspire achievement and prepare our pupils for life.
UNIVERSITY OF YORK
Our Year 3/4 Class Structure
Our Year 3/4 class is uniquely designed to meet the needs of both year groups while ensuring every pupil thrives in line with our values of mutual respect and high aspirations.
- Morning Learning: Pupils are taught in their individual year groups for core subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and French. This targeted teaching allows us to meet each child’s specific learning needs and ensure they build strong foundations in these essential areas.
- Foundation Subjects: We follow an alpha-beta curriculum for foundation subjects (such as history, geography, art, and music) across the two years. This carefully planned curriculum ensures that over the course of Year 3 and Year 4, pupils receive a comprehensive and balanced knowledge base.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring
- Multiplication Tables Check (MTC): All Year 4 pupils undertake the national Multiplication Tables Check in June. This assessment helps us track their fluency with multiplication facts, a key skill that supports success across all areas of maths.
- Parent Workshops: We believe in working closely with parents and carers to support pupil progress. To this end, we offer dedicated workshops for both Year 3 and Year 4 focusing on:
- Maths strategies and learning at home
- Reading techniques and fostering a love of reading
- Spellings and vocabulary development
These workshops are designed to empower you with the tools and understanding to support your child’s learning journey effectively.
Living Our Vision and Values in Year 3/4
At Kingsland Primary School, every aspect of our Year 3/4 provision reflects our commitment to inclusivity, respect, and high aspirations:
- We ensure all pupils, regardless of background or ability, have access to a broad and balanced curriculum that prepares them for future academic success and life beyond school.
- Our teaching is tailored to inspire pupils to achieve their personal best and develop confidence in their abilities.
- Through respectful, supportive relationships between staff, pupils, and families, we create a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and ready to learn.
Next Steps for Parents and Carers
We encourage you to:
- Attend our upcoming parent workshops to engage actively with your child’s learning.
- Explore the curriculum overview documents available on our website for Year 3 and Year 4 to understand what your child will be learning throughout the year.
- Contact your child’s teacher with any questions or to discuss how we can best support your child’s progress.
Summary
Our mixed Year 3/4 class at Kingsland Primary School offers a carefully structured learning experience that balances individual year group teaching with a comprehensive foundation curriculum. We are committed to supporting every pupil to be ready to learn, inspired to achieve, and prepared for life—living out our vision and values every day. Together with parents and carers, we aim to create a community where all children can reach their highest potential.
Thank you for being part of our Kingsland family. We look forward to a successful year ahead!
UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE
Welcome to the Year 5/6 Class Page at Kingsland Primary School
At Kingsland Primary School, a maintained primary school in Kingstanding, Birmingham, we are proud to offer a dynamic and supportive learning environment for our Year 5 and Year 6 pupils. This page provides parents and carers with essential information about how we deliver education in our mixed Year 5/6 class, reflecting our vision to nurture pupils who are ready to learn, inspired to achieve, and prepared for life.
Our Year 5/6 Class Structure and Curriculum
Our Year 5/6 class operates with a mixed-age format that allows us to tailor learning to each pupil’s needs while fostering a community spirit based on mutual respect and high aspirations, in line with our school values.
- Morning Sessions: Pupils are taught in individual year groups for core subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and French. This ensures focused teaching that meets the specific curriculum requirements for each year.
- Foundation Subjects: We follow an alpha-beta curriculum model for foundation subjects (such as History, Geography, Art, and Design Technology). This approach guarantees that all pupils receive a comprehensive and balanced education, covering the full breadth of knowledge over the two years.
- Year 6 SATs: Our Year 6 pupils undertake their SATs assessments in May. Recognising the importance of these assessments, we provide booster sessions throughout the year to support pupils in achieving their best possible outcomes.
Enrichment and Support Opportunities
We understand that learning extends beyond the classroom, and so we offer a variety of opportunities designed to enhance pupils’ experiences and support their development:
- Residential Trips: Both Year 5 and Year 6 pupils are offered the chance to participate in residential visits. These trips are designed to build independence, teamwork, and resilience — key qualities that prepare our pupils for life beyond primary school.
- Parent Workshops: We are committed to working closely with parents and carers. Throughout the year, we offer workshops focusing on Maths, Reading, and Spelling to help you support your child’s learning at home. These sessions also provide insight into our teaching methods and curriculum expectations.
Reflecting Our Vision and Values
At Kingsland Primary School, we believe every child deserves an inclusive education where they feel valued and motivated. Our Year 5/6 provision exemplifies this by:
- Creating an environment where pupils are ready to learn through carefully planned lessons tailored to their individual year group needs.
- Inspiring pupils to achieve by providing targeted booster support and enriching experiences such as residentials.
- Preparing children for life by developing essential skills, confidence, and a love of learning that will serve them well in secondary school and beyond.
How You Can Get Involved
We encourage parents and carers to engage actively with their child’s education. Attending our workshops, supporting homework, and participating in school events are great ways to stay connected and contribute to your child’s success.
For any questions about the Year 5/6 curriculum, residential trips, or workshops, please contact the school office or your child’s class teacher.
How You Can Get Involved
Our mixed Year 5/6 class at Kingsland Primary School offers a well-rounded, supportive, and aspirational learning environment. With focused teaching, enrichment opportunities, and strong home-school partnerships, we ensure every pupil is inspired to achieve their goals and prepared for the next stage of their education. Together, we live our vision of a school built on mutual respect and high aspirations for all.
Thank you for being part of the Kingsland Primary School community. We look forward to working with you and your child throughout their exciting journey in Year 5 and Year 6.
Welcome to the Nursery at Kingsland Primary School
At Kingsland Primary School, a maintained primary school in Kingstanding, Birmingham, our Nursery provision is designed to nurture young learners in a warm, inclusive environment where every child feels ready to learn, inspired to achieve, and prepared for life. As part of our commitment to high aspirations and mutual respect, our Nursery embraces child-led play that supports the holistic development of each pupil in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Key Features of Our Nursery:
- Child-led Play & Exploration Children learn best when they are curious and engaged. Our Nursery encourages pupils to explore and discover through play, fostering early physical development and problem-solving skills.
- Early Number and Literacy Skills Through playful activities, children begin to understand basic number concepts and enjoy learning different nursery rhymes that support early language and storytelling abilities.
- Physical Development We provide ample opportunities for physical growth and coordination with access to two spacious outdoor areas, allowing children to develop their motor skills in a safe and stimulating environment.
- Personal, Social, and Emotional Development (PSED) Our inclusive ethos supports pupils’ confidence, self-awareness, and social skills through collaborative play and positive interactions.
- Use of Tapestry for Home-School Partnership We use the Tapestry online learning journal to share observations, achievements, and next steps with parents and carers, fostering a strong partnership in your child’s development.
Supporting Families Through Workshops
We understand that learning continues beyond the classroom. To support parents and carers, we offer regular workshops focused on:
- Language development – Helping you nurture your child’s communication and storytelling skills at home.
- Craft workshops – Encouraging creative expression and fine motor skills.
- Continuous development – Providing strategies and ideas to support your child’s ongoing learning journey.
These workshops reflect our vision of working collaboratively with families to raise aspirations and ensure every child achieves their personal goals.
How Our Nursery Reflects Our Vision and Values
At Kingsland Primary School, we are committed to creating an environment where:
- Children are ready to learn through engaging, meaningful play experiences.
- Children are inspired to achieve their potential by building strong foundations in language, maths, and social skills.
- Children are prepared for life with the confidence, resilience, and skills needed for future learning stages.
Our Nursery provision embodies these values by providing an inclusive, respectful space where every child is valued and supported to flourish.
Next Steps for Prospective Parents and Carers
If you are considering Kingsland Primary School for your child’s Nursery education, we warmly invite you to:
- Visit our school website for more information and upcoming open days.
- Contact our office to arrange a tour and meet our Nursery team.
- Join one of our parent workshops to see how we support early learning and family engagement.
Together, we can ensure your child’s first steps in education are positive, inspiring, and full of discovery.
Summary
Our Nursery at Kingsland Primary School offers a nurturing, child-centred environment that promotes early learning through play, supports physical and emotional development, and partners closely with families. Rooted in our vision of readiness, inspiration, and preparation for life, we are proud to provide a foundation that sets every pupil on the path to success.
Kingsland Primary School – where every child is valued, every parent is welcomed, and every learning journey begins with joy and purpose.