Randwick Church of England Primary
SchoolBuzzard Class 2026 - 2027
Mrs Aristotelous
Mr Herbert
Mrs Chastney
Welcome to Buzzard Class
The Buzzard Class team
Class Teachers:
Mr Douglas Herbert
Mrs Chastney
Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning
Class Teaching Assistant: Mrs Aristotelous
In Buzzard Class the children experience a creative curriculum that provides opportunities for connections to be made between different areas of learning. We foster an ethos of finding out and discovery of new ideas which then helps the children to direct their own learning. This includes as many outdoor learning experiences as possible. We link technology with many areas of the curriculum enabling the children to explore and use different equipment both independently and with support.
Autumn Term
Open Your Eyes to the World
Throughout the second half of the autumn term, Buzzards will be exploring our school value of “Compassion”. We will consider the importance of understanding and caring for others, recognising that our actions and choices can have a positive impact on the people around us. Through our learning and shared experiences, we will reflect on how we can show kindness, empathy and compassion within our classroom, school and wider community.
In RE, we will be learning about Judaism. We will explore important beliefs, traditions and aspects of Jewish life, developing our understanding of how faith can help to shape a sense of identity and community.
In Art, we will be inspired by the work of Gustav Klimt. We will explore his distinctive use of pattern, colour and nature before creating our own artwork. Our learning will be linked to the idea of mystical forests, drawing inspiration from a range of well-loved stories, including The Tunnel and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
In Geography, we will develop our understanding of the local and wider world by using aerial photographs and maps. We will explore the differences between rural and urban areas and learn how these different environments can be identified and represented.
In Science, we will explore the life cycles of different living things and develop our understanding of how animals, including humans, meet their needs in order to survive. We will observe, compare and discuss the changes that living things experience throughout their lives.
This term is also an exciting and busy one for Buzzards as we prepare to perform in our Nativity. We will continue to develop our confidence and creativity as we work together, while also enjoying opportunities to collaborate through dance and Forest School.
Across the curriculum, we will continue to build on the theme of Compassion by learning to listen to and support one another, working together positively and appreciating the different ideas and strengths that each member of our community brings.
Knowledge Organisers
These knowledge organisers show the learning journey the children will travel in Geogrpahy, Science and RE. They include the Key Learning Points, vocabulary and knowledge the children will encounter. The children will explore each area in depth and detail and always return to their own ideas and beliefs on any given subject. The information on the documents is a great place to start when talking about learning at home.
Our texts this term
The Tunnel by Anthony Browne
Anthony Browne's The Tunnel is a wonderful story about sibling relationships, understanding and compassion. Through the journey of a brother and sister who discover that things are not always as they first appear, we are reminded of the importance of looking beyond our differences, showing kindness and learning to understand one another. It's a perfect story to help us explore our school value of Compassion and consider how our relationships with others can grow when we show empathy and care.
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S Lewis
C.S. Lewis's The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe takes us on a magical journey into Narnia, where courage, kindness and sacrifice help to overcome darkness. Through the adventures of the Pevensie children, we will explore the importance of compassion, standing up for others and choosing to do what is right.
The Nativity retold by Jess Knight
Jess Knight's retelling of The Nativity brings the Christmas story to life, helping us explore the importance of kindness, hope and giving. Through the journey of Mary, Joseph and the baby Jesus, we will reflect on the compassion shown by those who helped them and the importance of caring for others.
Our supporting texts and stories
To support our reading journey, we will also look at the stories of Hansel and Gretel and Little Red Riding Hood.
Reading Passport
Buzzard Class Padlet Reading Passport
We have created a Reading Passport to inspire children to read the best literature available to them. Over the course of the year, we would like your child to read 7 of the books from the list for their year group.
When they manage to read 7, they will bring their passport back into school to receive a £5 book token.
The children will keep their passports with them all through school, hopefully finishing year 6 having read 42 amazing books.
Important information
Uniform
PE Kit – Every Tuesday and Friday
Forest School Kit - Every Thursday
Please clearly name everything!
Helpful Websites
These are websites that we use to support your child's learning in school. Your child might like to build on their learning at home and complete their own projects. Do get in touch with me if you would like a copy of the children's school log in details. Most of these websites will also allow you to set up free accounts for projects at home.
On Scratch, children can use coding to build a whole range of creations: https://scratch.mit.edu/
Book creator allows children to make thier own eBooks: https://bookcreator.com/
Brush Ninja is brilliant for creating animations: https://brush.ninja/
Chrome Music Lab allows children to explore music and compose their own pieces. We particularly use the Song Maker app: https://musiclab.chromeexperiments.com/
DK Find out is an online encyclopedia for children. We often use it to complete research for science, history and geography topics: https://www.dkfindout.com/uk/
Spelling frame supports children with learning the spellings for their year group and has a range of games that the children enjoy: https://spellingframe.co.uk/
Doodle Maths and Tables
All children from Year 1 upwards have a Doodle Maths and Doodle Tables account set up. We ask children to practise doodling regularly at home to build on their maths learning in school. Each week, one class will be awarded the trophy for 'Top Doodling Class' for the most number of children in the 'Green Zone'. There is also a certificate and small prize for the child who has impressed us with regular practice at home.
You might like to download the apps at home if you have a device your child regularly uses. Please get in touch if you need another copy of your child's password.