Year 1/2

The Y1/2 Team this year are:

Miss Wilson (Class Teacher)

Mrs Gilby-Young (HLTA - PPA Cover)

Mrs Johnson (Teaching Assistant)

November Update

As we move towards the end of November, it’s hard to believe that December is just around the corner! Our classrooms are buzzing with learning and excitement as we prepare for the festive season and our much-anticipated Nativity performance.

Maths

This term, our focus has been on shapes. The children have been exploring 2D and 3D shapes, learning key facts such as the number of sides and vertices. They’ve enjoyed hands-on activities to identify and compare shapes in their environment.

Phonics & Grammar

We are so proud of how hard all the children are working in phonics!

• Year 1 are continuing to learn new sounds and apply them in their reading and writing.

• Year 2 have been focusing on grammar, building their understanding of sentence structure and punctuation.

Science

In science, we’ve been deepening our knowledge of the seasons. This week, the children went on a scavenger hunt to find signs of winter—it was a fantastic way to connect learning with the world around us!

Art & History

The children have been developing their painting skills by creating beautiful poppy field artwork, inspired by the famous world war 1 artist ‘Paul Nash’ Their creativity and attention to detail have been wonderful to see.

Design & Technology

Our DT lessons have been delicious! The children recently made potato latkes to celebrate Hanukkah, and they absolutely loved the experience. It was a great way to combine cultural learning with practical skills.

PE

In PE, we are focusing on dance. The children have been learning to move rhythmically, create sequences, and express themselves through movement. It’s been fantastic to see their confidence grow.

Nativity News

December is creeping up on us, and our time is filling with Nativity practice! The performance is coming together beautifully.

• If your child has a speaking line, please practice at home.

• Costumes: Please check your messages for details about what your child may need.

Thank you for your support—it really makes a difference!I’m looking forward to a joyful and busy few weeks ahead!