This half term our geography learning is focussing on where they are in the United Kingdom, what their school is like and how they feel about it. They will understand geographical similarities and differences through studying the human and physical geography of the local area. Our key question that we will be responding to at the end of the unit is ‘What is special about our school?’
Have a look at our knowledge organiser and our curriculum overview for this half term.
Values: The value that we are concentrating on this half term is Self-regulation. Who will be our champion? We need to continue to demonstrate our other values: Boundaries, Focus, Independence, Resilience and Respect. We are celebrating our in-class achievements using Class Dojo. As a class, we need to work together to achieve our class stars. Remember to share with us any ‘Outside School Achievements’ as we love to hear about them and we will celebrate these in school!
A menu of homework choices (that are cross curricular) have been given out in pupils’ homework books- a minimum of 3 pieces need to be handed in at the end of this half term. Also, please try to ensure that an adult at home reads for a few minutes each day with your child as this will hugely improve the quality of their learning in all subject areas. Your child will bring home a sharing book and a Little Wandle book that is appropriately matched to your child’s reading ability.
PE: This half term, Year 1 have PE on a Thursday. PE kits needs to be in school on these day but it is recommended that it stays in school all week. Correct kit consists of a white t-shirt, black or dark shorts / leggings / jogging bottoms and trainers or plimsolls. Longer hair needs to be tied up and earrings removed or covered.
Important dates:
- First day of the second part of the Autumn term – Monday 3rd November.
- Nativity performances: Year 1 – Tuesday 16th December at 9.30am Year 2 – Tuesday 16th December at 2.15pm
We look forward to continuing our Year 1 journey with you and your child. Please catch us on the door at drop off / pick up to have a quick chat or send us a message via Class Dojo.
Mrs Hawkins, Mrs Tabbner and Mrs Tabor
