DOWNSELL PRIMARY SCHOOL

YEAR 6 NEWSLETTER SUMMER TERM 2015

Dear Parents/Carers,
As you will appreciate, this term promises to be the most challenging of your
childs education at Downsell. We are, of course, referring to the
forthcoming SATs tests that the children are expected to undertake next
week.
How are we helping?
Preparations for SATs have been in the form of Booster classes or 1-1
tuition for some pupils to meet particular needs. The sessions have also been
supported by revision during lessons. We endeavour to give all the assistance
possible to your child in order for them to realise and reach their full
potential. In return, we expect them to do the best that they can, as we
know all the children in Year 6 have been working extremely hard throughout
the year. Of this, we are very proud.
How can you help?
As this is an important period in your childs education, it is vitally important
that they attend school every day. You can also help by ensuring that your
child undertakes some revision each evening. Homework activities during the
year have been carefully selected to allow children to consolidate the work
being done in class or to assist with their revision.
SATs Week
The SATs tests will begin on Monday 11th May 2015 and will run for the
course of the week.
During the week, the following tips will be beneficial:

Make sure your child has a good nights sleep before each test by
going to bed at a reasonable hour.
Ensure your child eats a proper breakfast at the beginning of each
day.
All children must be at school on time (8:55am).
Children should try to take some exercise in the evening and relax to
relieve any anxieties that they may be feeling.

The timetable for the week will be as follows:

Monday 11th

Tuesday 12th

Reading
Levels 3-5/
Level 6

Grammar,
Punctuation
& Spelling
Levels 3-5/
Level 6

Wednesday
13th
Maths
Paper 1
Levels 3-5

Thursday
14th
Maths
Paper 2
Levels 3-5

Mental
Maths

Maths Level
6

Friday 15th

During SATS week, 100% attendance and punctuality is absolutely

essential.
Behaviour & Rewards
Good behaviour and work is rewarded through the House System, which is in
place for the whole school. Unacceptable behaviour will not be tolerated at
any time and will be recorded. If unacceptable behaviour persists you will be
asked to come to school to discuss the problem.
Physical Education
Physical Education is an important part of the curriculum and as such, all
children are expected to take part, unless there is a medical reason that
prohibits them from doing so. A note is required if your child is not able to
participate.
PE takes place every Wednesday for Year 6. Children must remember to
bring their PE kit which includes:
Navy blue or black shorts or tracksuit bottoms
Plain white T-shirt
Plimsolls or trainers

Please ensure that all of your childs clothing is named (including their school
uniform) and placed in a bag.
Punctuality & Attendance
May we take this opportunity to remind you that school starts at 8:55am
and finishes at 3:20pm. You need to make sure that your child attends
school regularly and is punctual. If your child is absent from school, you need
to telephone the school on 020 8556 0103, giving a reason for their
absence and provide a note when they return to school. If no reason is given,
this may result in a visit from the Educational Welfare Officer.
Netherlands Trip
The children in Year 6 will be visiting Noordwijk in the Netherlands from
16th to 19th June 2015. There are still places available but the full
payment of 249 would have to be made immediately. This trip is an
opportunity for children to experience Dutch culture with their friends and
peers before going to Secondary school. Please ensure any outstanding
payments are made online as soon as possible as we have to proceed with
the organisation of the visit.
Graduation
We look forward to inviting you to the Year 6 Graduation on Monday 20th
July. Personal invitations and further details will be sent out in due
course.
Thank You
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support and
continued commitment to your childs education during their time at
Downsell.
Yours sincerely,

Miss Jean
Phase Leader

Mrs Dawood

Mr Africa

Mr Rogers