Mrs. O'Mara

Year 6

Hello Parents and Carers! Here are some quick messages from our classmates: 

"Year 6 is a lovely place to learn! We get up and active in lessons." Jacob Harrison 

"I can rely on all the staff! Our teachers are very cool!" Halima 

"All the teaching assistants are spectacular!" Charlie 

"We learn lots of things!" Lucy 

"The Year 6 classroom is a safe place to learn and have fun!" Vivienne 

Autumn 2

Welcome Back!

We’re excited to start our new half term together. Please keep an eye on school communications for important dates in the run-up to Christmas — there’s lots to look forward to!

PE Days:
This half term, PE will be on Wednesday and Thursday.

• Children need both indoor and outdoor kits.
• Earrings should not be worn on these days unless your child can remove them themselves.

Thank you for your support in helping us keep everyone safe and ready for learning!

Autumn 1

Hello and a warm welcome to Year 6! I hope you have all had a wonderful summer holiday and are ready for your final year at Newchurch. Together, we will ensure that we have an excellent one!

Our PE days will be Mondays and Tuesdays. No jewellery should be worn and both indoor and outdoor kits will be needed due to the Rawtenstall weather!

Useful Information for Parents

SATs 2026

On our transition day last term, many of the children had questions to ask regarding the standard tests in May. Rest assured we will prepare your children for these without causing them undue worry or anxiety. Nearer the time, I will invite parents in for a meeting where dates, the format of the tests, and ways to support your child will be discussed. The following things throughout the year are extremely helpful in supporting your child's learning:

• Practicing times tables and division facts.
• Reading regularly a wide range of materials, not just stories.
• Discussing reading books with your child and encouraging a love of reading.
• Learning words on the Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 spelling lists.