Maths

In the first few weeks of this term, we will be focusing on place value to 50. We will look at counting and sorting as well as comparing, ordering and representing numbers. The children will also learn about capacity, mass and measuring length.

English

Over this term, we will be looking at a variety of texts to inspire the children’s writing. We will start by revisiting our learning of the features of fairy tales and writing to entertain. Then we will move on to looking at a variety of fiction and non fiction texts.

Science

In science, we will be looking at everyday materials. We will be investigating properties of materials, and their suitability for a number of uses based on our findings. Our investigation will include the most suitable material for a raincoat and an iPad screen cover. 

History

History this term will ask the question what makes a good monarch? We will learn about some of the more infamous kings and queens of England and using this learning to compare time periods.

Geography

Geography learning will focus on We Are Britain! We will look at the four areas of the United Kingdom including its capital cities. Then we continue our learning by looking at the longest rivers in the UK. 

Art/DT

In Art we will be using spirals to inspire and develop our understanding that drawing is a physical and emotional activity. We can move our whole body when holding a drawing tool and how much pressure to apply.

In DT we will discover what a freestanding structure is as well as learning about which joining techniques would be most suitable for building a bridge. We will then design, make and evaluate our work.

PSHE

During our PSHE lessons, we will look at safety and the changing body for the first half term. This includes how to make an emergency phone call and safety in the home. We then move on to developing our growth mindset in order for all learners to be successful. 

RE

RE will focus on Judaism this term, including Jewish festivals and celebrations. 

PE

In PE we will be doing gymnastics for the term. Children will explore and develop basic gymnastic actions on the floor and using low apparatus. 

This term we will be starting off by introducing the children to data and information. This will enable them to sort objects into different groups and to answer questions about data. After half-term we learn about early programming concepts using floor robots. We will look at commands and using their knowledge to predict the outcome of programs through the introduction of algorithms.

 Additional Information

PE kit

P.E lessons are on Wednesday.  Please make sure they bring a full P.E kit in school which should include: White T- shirt, shorts/joggers and suitable trainers/pumps. This will be kept in school so that the children can change into it on their PE days.

Remember

A bottle of water every day.

Homework

Reading

Reading books will be sent home daily. There will be a reading book that is matched to their phonics reading level and a ‘bedtime book’ which they choose independently and could be read to them by an adult if needed. It is important that you read every day with your child and record their reading in your child’s reading diary. Your child will need to bring their books and diaries to school every day.