The Year 2 team

Mr T. Dent
Class Teacher 2N

Mrs A. Edwards
Class Teacher 2E

MRS C. LYDIATT
TA

Ms K. Perks
TA

If your child is unable to attend school for an extended period of time, please call the office on 0121 675 3573 and arrange a telephone meeting with Mr T. Dent (2D), Mrs Edwards (2E) to discuss your child’s learning.

Topics and learning overviews

OUR TOPIC IS Journey to the Past

In this unit, the children look at Queen Elizabeth I and the start of the expansion of the English empire, and compare it to how it was at the end of Victoria’s reign.

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OUR TOPIC IS Everyday Materials

In this term, we will be scientists, conducting investigations into the uses and properties of everyday materials

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OUR TOPIC IS Good To Be Me

Good To Be Me is a science topic. The children will learn about how to keep themselves healthy, including eating a balanced diet, exercising and keeping their bodies clean. We will be conducting investigations to find out why soap is important for washing our hands and to show the impact of exercise on our bodies. This will also link to our Design and Technology work this half term, where children will be designing and making their own healthy sandwich or wrap to enjoy at a class picnic.

This topic will also cross over into our Hillstone Lifeskills lessons, as we will focus on building self-esteem and independence in readiness for Year 3.

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OUR TOPIC IS AMAZING ANIMALS

In this project, we will explore different species of animals through their habitats, their basic needs in order to survive and develop an understanding of simple food chains.

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OUR TOPIC IS Travel and Transport

In this project, we will look at transport in our local area and
the history of the canals, cars, trains and ’planes and the impact
on the way we live.

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OUR TOPIC IS Let’s Go On A Journey!

This half term our topic has a geography focus. We will be building on our knowledge from Year 1, learning about the continents and oceans. We will also identify hot and cold areas of the word in relation to the equator and the North and South Poles. The children will be using compasses to give directions and learning about the four basic compass points.

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Current Term

OUR TOPIC IS Journey to the Past

In this unit, the children look at Queen Elizabeth I and the start of the expansion of the English empire, and compare it to how it was at the end of Victoria’s reign.

ENGLISH

Our focus will be writing instructions. We will be looking at improving our writing by using adverbs and complex sentences.

READING

During our reading lessons, we will developing our retrieval and inference skills as well as broadening our vocabulary. We will focus mainly on the story ‘Claude at the Palace’ by Alex T Smith.

Maths

In maths we are developing our problem solving skills. We will focus mainly on money to recognise and use symbols for pounds (£) and pence (p) and combine amounts to make a particular value.

PE

Physical activity not only improves health, reduces stress and improves concentration, but also promotes correct physical growth and development. Exercise has a positive influence on academic achievement, emotional stability and interaction with others.

CLASS 2D

2N will be doing swimming on Tuesday and PE on Thursday. Please could you ensure that you child has their swimming and PE kit with them on these days. It would be extremely useful if children could bring in a pair of gym pumps and a pair of trainers. During the cold weather, please provide warm clothing for lessons outside.

Please could you ensure that your child’s PE kit is labelled with their name and class.

PE: CLASS 2E

2N will be doing swimming on Tuesday and PE on Thursday. Please could you ensure that you child has their swimming and PE kit with them on these days. It would be extremely useful if children could bring in a pair of gym pumps and a pair of trainers. During the cold weather, please provide warm clothing for lessons outside.

Please could you ensure that your child’s PE kit is labelled with their name and class.

Learning diaries and
keeping in touch

You will be expected to record reading in your child’s diary. This is a fantastic resource for the children to use, but also key for parent and teacher communication. Please read with your child, at least 3 times per week and record this in their diary with further comments.

Additional Information

Supporting your child at home

Weekly spellings
Reading at least three times a week
Time Table Rock Stars

Attendance and punctuality

Good attendance and punctuality is essential to help your child achieve the best they possibly can.
Every week the attendance cup is awarded to the class with the best attendance – hopefully our class can win the cup lots of times this coming term!
We will also be awarded points in the Punctuality League. Let’s see if we can beat last year’s score.

Uniform and jewellery

Please ensure children wear the correct school uniform, including black shoes and plain socks. Jewellery must not be worn. Please label all items so that they can be easily reacquainted with children if they are mislaid. This includes the inside of coats, shoes, hats, gloves and scarves.

Housepoints

Children can achieve house points for trying hard with their work!

Snack

We aim to teach the children about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. With this in mind, our fantastic chef provides a range of healthy snacks.

School Meals

We are committed to providing excellent food that is healthy, tasty, nutritionally balanced and is presented in an attractive way that the children will enjoy. A School Dinner is currently provided Free for Year 2

Stamps

Children can achieve reward stamps for trying hard with their behaviour! Every time they collect 50 stamps, they are awarded with a certificate.

Dates for your diary

2D Library Visit- Tuesday 3rd March
2E Library Visit- Thursday 5th March

Year 2 Inspire Workshop- Thursday 12th March (Afternoon)

Visit our school calendar for up to date events.

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