WELCOME TO REDWOODS
Redwoods class is the home to the oldest children in our school – Years 5 and 6.
As role models for younger children, Redwoods take their whole school responsibilities seriously; they are expected to model excellent behaviour, a positive attitude towards school and learning, and take pride in their work at all times.
Learning in Redwoods is engaging and challenging. Redwoods children are exposed to a variety of teaching styles which ensure all children are excited and enthused in their learning, make the maximum possible progress while also developing independence.
Mr Abraham teaches Redwoods.
PE lessons are every Wednesday with Mrs Bamber (PE teacher).
Please ensure that PE kit is worn to school on these days.
Homework is designed to encourage independence. Our expectations are as follows:
- Reading on a daily basis (minimum of 15 minutes per day)
- Spellings taken from the Y5/6 and/or Y3/4 list (follow links below)
- Times Tables practice - this should include at least 15 x 1 minute sessions on TT Rock Stars (children all have their unique user ID and password which can be used to access from home)
- Project learning themed around our termly topic where the children will be able to choose from a range of activities designed to take their learning out of the classroom.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. The best time to speak to us is at the end of the day, but if it is urgent, please leave a message at the office and we will get back to you at our earliest convenience or email: adminbearnes@thelink.academy
Redwoods Parent Update - Friday 20th June 2025
Dear Redwoods parents,
It’s been a scorcher this week, with our Bearnes Sports Day making the most of the lovely weather! With the sun shining, the students all showed amazing tenacity and teamwork in the various events, showing off their jumping, throwing, balancing and running skills throughout the day. Well done to all involved (and well done to me for not falling over during the parent race)!
In English, we have started writing our ‘overcoming the monster’ stories, thinking carefully about which language to use and how it will impact the reader. In maths, we have looked at properties of angles, including angles on a straight line, around a point, and vertically opposite angles.
In computing, we have started a new programming unit using some brand new Micro:bits that can do a variety of cool things, including play music and display text and images! In science, we have explored resting heart rate and how to collect accurate scientific data.
We also had a lovely art workshop on Friday morning with Daisi, an arts education charity working throughout Devon. The children used felt to create their own colourful geodes - I’m sure you’ll agree that the results look amazing.
There is some maths work on angles as part of their home learning task - students do not need to complete all the questions, but they can pick which ones are a good-fit for them!
Have a lovely weekend,
Mr. Abraham
Dear Redwoods parents,
It’s been a scorcher this week, with our Bearnes Sports Day making the most of the lovely weather! With the sun shining, the students all showed amazing tenacity and teamwork in the various events, showing off their jumping, throwing, balancing and running skills throughout the day. Well done to all involved (and well done to me for not falling over during the parent race)!
In English, we have started writing our ‘overcoming the monster’ stories, thinking carefully about which language to use and how it will impact the reader. In maths, we have looked at properties of angles, including angles on a straight line, around a point, and vertically opposite angles.
In computing, we have started a new programming unit using some brand new Micro:bits that can do a variety of cool things, including play music and display text and images! In science, we have explored resting heart rate and how to collect accurate scientific data.
We also had a lovely art workshop on Friday morning with Daisi, an arts education charity working throughout Devon. The children used felt to create their own colourful geodes - I’m sure you’ll agree that the results look amazing.
There is some maths work on angles as part of their home learning task - students do not need to complete all the questions, but they can pick which ones are a good-fit for them!
Have a lovely weekend,
Mr. Abraham
Joel Abraham
Y5/6 Teacher
Laura Gratton
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Erika Sowten
Teaching Assistant