Welcome
to Year 5
Mrs Davison
Mrs Grafton
Mrs Morton
class 12
Meet your teacher
mrs Davison
I have taught at Monkwood Primary for eleven years and have worked in Foundation stage as well as upper and lower Key Stage two. I am also our school’s Maths coordinator and love Maths. I am a proud mummy to two sporty boys, Jasper aged 11 and Archie aged 8. We love to spend our weekends (and every other day of the week) playing and watching football. I have a degree in Sports Science and love most types of sport. I also enjoy Art and D.T, and am always getting creative at home and at school (just wait and see). I hope that you are all ready to have a brilliant school year. It is going to be great fun!
mrs Grafton
I have been part of the Monkwood family for twenty-eight years and have probably taught some of your parents too! I have taught various year groups throughout school and am excited about my move to Year 5. I am REALLY looking forward to being one of your teachers this year and getting to know you all. It’s going to be an amazing year! I can’t wait for all the fantastic learning which will take place, along with all the exciting experiences we have in store for you. When I’m not in school, I like to spend time with my family, especially my two children. My favourite thing is going on daytrips with them and having lots of fun and amazing adventures.
Meet your teaching assistant
Ms Sivanesan
I’m new to Monkwood this year and I can’t wait to meet you all!
Meet your teaching assistant
mrs stockdale
Hi, I’m Mrs Stockdale. I have worked at Monkwood for 16 years. I have 2 children and 10 grandchildren. like to spend time with my family and pets – I currently have 3 dogs, 2 guinea pigs, 2 budgies and 8 goldfish. I am looking forward to meeting you and being part of your Year 5 learning journey.
class 13
Meet your teacher
Mrs Morton
Hello everyone. My name is Mrs Morton and I am very excited to be joining Monkwood Primary School. Although I am new to Monkwood, I have worked for Wickersley Partnership Trust for nearly 10 years and have been teaching for 30. My role is to ensure you all feel safe, happy and enjoy your learning. I love teaching all subjects but I particularly love teaching maths. It is a real passion of mine. Together in our team, we have planned exciting learning opportunities along with amazing experiences we are sure you will love. When I’m not in school, I like to spend time with my family and friends. I am looking forward to meeting you all soon for the start of an amazing year together.
Meet your teaching assistant
Mrs Dyson
Hello everyone and welcome to Class 13! My name is Mrs Dyson.
I’m really looking forward to being your TA in year 5 and can’t wait to get to know you all and start our journey together. I would have to say my favourite subjects are History, I love learning about the past and interesting facts that come with it. I love RE and learning about all the difference cultures and places around the world. I love reading and getting my head lost in to a good book. Outside of school, I am a mum to my 8 year old son Zack. We enjoy going to the cinema, bowling, being creative as we love arts and crafts in our house!
My main priority being your TA is to make sure your mental health is at it’s best. I want to make sure that coming to school is enjoyable and that you feel safe and supported. I am always here to listen, guide and be your “go to” on good and bad days. I can’t wait to start the next chapter with you and I promise there will be lots of laughs, hard work and great memories to be had!
Class Information
We’re already on the countdown for September. We can’t wait to welcome you all into our class for lots of learning and fun along the way. As well as school trips, there will be lots of other enrichment opportunities that we hope you’ll all enjoy and some might put you out of your comfort zone, but don’t worry because we’ll be there with you every step of the way. Enjoy your summer break and we’ll see in September ready to navigate our way through Y5.
Areas of Learning
During your time in Year 5, you will study the Kingdom of Benin, the Industrial Revolution as well as some of the most important and famous protests in history.
We will travel the globe together and pay a visit to the continents of Africa and South America and the country of India. Your learning will be enhanced by honing your research and analytical skills using a range of historical sources and geographical resources.
Finally, in Science, we cover a broad range of topics including the solar system, sound, living things and their habitats, forces, states of matter and lifecylces, which includes changes in the human body.
Our other subjects include PE, PSHE, RE, Spanish, computing, DT and art. If you have any questions about any subjects this year, please do not hesitate to ask.
Class News
The Kingdom of Benin in Y5 History
In History, Class 12 have been learning about the role of the Oba, the leader of the Kingdom of Benin. The children explored how the
Pen Licence in Y5!
A huge well done to everyone in Class 12 who received their pen licence on Friday! This special milestone reflects your fantastic effort and progress
Exploring Space in Y5!
Today, Class 12 had an incredible day learning all about space! They brought their knowledge to life through exciting, hands-on games and created amazing space
Compass Skills in Y5!
Class 12 have been busy developing their geography and map-reading skills, focusing on how to use the eight points of the compass to describe directions
