Class News

 Autumn 1 – Year 5’s Medieval Monarchs and 1066 Assembly

This half-term, Year 5 have learnt about the fascinating world of medieval monarchs, focusing on one of the most important events in English history—the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The children explored the events leading up to the battle, comparing leaders, and even created their own version of the Bayeux Tapestry, which was proudly displayed during our class assembly. Through their research, the children discussed the qualities that made a great (or not so great!) medieval monarch, comparing figures such as William the Conqueror and King Richard. They also looked at the lasting impact of the Magna Carta.

"I loved creating the Bayeux Tapestry in art—it really helped me understand the story of the battle." – Erin

"It was fun learning about all the different kings and deciding which ones were good leaders and which weren't!" – Max

Our Class Assembly brought history to life with storytelling and art, and the children relished the opportunity to share their newfound knowledge with the rest of the school. Well done, Year 5!