The Year 2 team

Mrs A. Driver
Class Teacher 2D

Mrs A. King
Class Teacher 2Y

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 Mrs Driver (2D), Mrs King (2K) to discuss your child’s learning.

Topics and learning overviews

OUR TOPIC IS Everyday Materials

During this topic, the children will be scientists! They will be conducting investigations into the uses and properties of everyday materials.

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OUR TOPIC IS Journey to the Past

During this half term we are studying Queen Elizabeth I and the beginning of the English Empire building. We will then compare this to Queen Victoria’s reign and the changes in the British Empire.

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OUR TOPIC IS Let’s Go On A Journey

Throughout this topic the children are going to learn the 5 oceans and 7 continents of the world. We will also be looking at compass directions and comparing the UK to another country.

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OUR TOPIC IS Travel and transport

This is a history unit, and as such, we will be looking at how different methods of transport have evolved and how this has impacted on the world we live in. We will be paying particular attention to canal transport, trains, cars and aeroplanes in line with the children’s experiences.

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OUR TOPIC IS AMAZING ANIMALS

In this unit 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 virtual school remains open so you can view learning from last year – you can see all of the previous lessons for all of the year groups. The materials found on the virtual school pages may be used by any child for additional learning if pupils are keen to extend their learning at home, or as extra support. If pupils are unable to attend school due to prolonged illness or isolation, please arrange to talk to us and we will direct you to relevant virtual learning.

Virtual School

Current Term

Everyday Materials

During this topic, the children will be scientists! They will be conducting investigations into the uses and properties of everyday materials.

ENGLISH

During this half term the children will build up to creating their own information page. We will also be working on the alphabet and using dictionaries and thesaurus’ to help improve our knowledge of the alphabet, as well as find out the meaning of words.

READING

During this half term the children will be looking at a range of non-fiction texts and their features. If your child is still on RWI then they will continue with this programme. Your child will bring home a copy of their current RWI book each week so please take the time to read this with your child.

Maths

This half term in maths we will be looking at telling the time to the nearest 5 minutes. On top of this, we will be looking at the volume of containers.

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.

This term we are practising our athletics skills which will be applied in activities in Sports Day. We are also revisiting skills involved in most invasion games ready for Year 3.

We are lucky to have Warwickshire Cricket Board delivering our cricket on Thursdays.

CLASS 2D

2D will be doing PE on Wednesday and Friday. Please could you ensure that you child has their 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 2K

2K will be doing PE on Wednesday and Friday. Please could you ensure that you child has their 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

Please continue to read regularly with your child at home. At least 3 times a week if possible. It will be useful to use the strategies from the spelling workshop to help your child learn their spellings.

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

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