year: Year 5

Knowledge organiser – Science Y5: Materials: Properties and changes

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Science, Year 5, Materials: Properties and changes.

 

This resource is designed to support the children as they explore the properties and changes of materials. It highlights key vocabulary and concepts, including conductivity, hardness, transparency and the suitability of materials for different uses. The resource also explains the difference between reversible and irreversible changes, with examples such as dissolving, melting, burning and rusting. It is perfect for consolidating essential knowledge and fostering an understanding of how materials behave and how they can be changed through physical and chemical processes.

 

History: Key skills and knowledge by unit — mixed-age

Note: The latest progression information can now be found in the History curriculum portal.

History: National curriculum coverage — mixed-age

This document shows how schools following our History: Long-term plan —mixed-age are covering the statutory requirements of the national curriculum for History. It also gives guidance about how our History lessons link to other curriculum subjects, to enable schools to plan cross-curricular links effectively.

 

Please visit our Kapow Primary History page for detailed information on our History curriculum.

 

To explore the curriculum for pupils, see:

Geography: National curriculum coverage — mixed-age

This document shows how following our Geography: Long-term plan — mixed-age gives coverage of the national curriculum attainment targets in the Geography curriculum for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

It also shows cross-curricular links with other curriculum subjects to help inform your planning.

For National curriculum mapping, see the Geography subject leader hub.

Geography: Key knowledge and skills by unit — mixed-age

Webinar: How to approach sensitive topics in RSE & PSHE

Discover how to create a safe and supportive learning environment for your pupils with careful consideration and planning.

In this webinar, subject specialist Sarah Huggins:

 

  • Guides you through discussing topics that may be considered sensitive or difficult.
  • Explores ways to cover these topics safely and effectively in the primary classroom.
  • Discusses ways to ensure that the learning environment is supportive for children.
  • Considers staff well-being in relation to teaching these topics.

 

Also, see how our RSE and PSHE scheme can support your school in covering these topics effectively.

Geography: Progression of geographical concepts

This document demonstrates how pupils understanding of key geographical concepts is expected to build as they follow the Kapow Primary Geography curriculum covering:

 

 

The geographical concepts covered include:

 

  • Place
  • Space
  • Scale
  • Interdependence
  • Physical and human processes
  • Environmental impact and sustainable development
  • Cultural awareness and diversity

Religion and worldviews: Equipment list

Note: The information in this resource can also be accessed online via the R&W Curriculum portal.

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