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Welcome to Hawthorn and Willow Class
| Hawthorn Class Staff |
| Teacher: Mrs Bailey |
| Teacher Planning, Preparation and Assessment time is usually half a day on a Monday; Ms Gwilt teaches the class during this time. |
| PE Days |
| Our PE days are Monday and Thursday |
| Please ensure your child comes to school in their PE kit on these days |
| Willow Class Staff |
| Teacher: Mrs Taylor |
| Teacher Planning, Preparation and Assessment time is usually half a day on a Tuesday; Ms Gwilt teaches the class during this time. |
| Homework |
| Homework is set on a Friday and due back in on a Wednesday |
| Homework should only take 20 minutes |
English
This term, we will continue to strengthen the children's phonics knowledge, developing their fluency, accuracy and confidence in reading and writing. Through daily phonics sessions, the children will deepen their understanding of alternative spellings and sounds, enabling them to apply their learning across the curriculum. As part of our preparation for the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check, which takes place in the summer term, the children will begin to practise using previous screening check materials in a positive and supportive environment.
Our English curriculum will be driven by a range of high-quality texts that inspire a love of reading while providing meaningful opportunities for writing. We will begin with Jasper's Beanstalk, using the story to explore labels, lists and captions and to develop the children's descriptive vocabulary. We will also be enjoying a range of poems, investigating how poetry is structured before creating our own imaginative list poems. Through the traditional tale The Three Billy Goats Gruff, the children will develop their understanding of narrative by exploring story structure, characters and settings, using rich vocabulary to retell and innovate familiar stories. Later in the term, we will focus on instructional writing through recipes, learning how to follow and write clear, well-sequenced instructions using chronological language and imperative verbs.
Throughout the term, we will place a strong emphasis on developing ambitious vocabulary, speaking and listening skills, accurate sentence construction and careful editing, enabling every child to grow as a confident reader, writer and communicator.
Maths
In Maths, using the White Rose Maths scheme, we will be focusing on Place Value, Addition and Subtraction, and Shape. The children will develop a secure understanding of number through practical resources and pictorial representations before applying their knowledge to solve a range of problems. They will build confidence using a variety of addition and subtraction strategies and develop their mathematical vocabulary as they explore and identify the properties of both 2D and 3D shapes.
Science
Our Science learning will focus on Animals, including Humans. Beginning with what the children already know about themselves, we will investigate the human body before extending our learning to a variety of animals. The children will revisit the five senses, learn the scientific names for different body parts, explore the diets of different animals and begin to classify animals using a range of criteria. Throughout the unit, the children will be encouraged to ask thoughtful questions, make observations and develop their scientific enquiry skills.
We will also begin to talk about Seasons and how the weather changes. This topic will be running throughout the year.
History
In History, we will explore the fascinating topic of Toys Through Time. The children will investigate how toys have changed over the last 100 years by examining a range of historical sources, including photographs and artefacts. They will learn to compare toys from the past and present, ask historical questions and make simple inferences from the evidence they discover. A particular highlight is exploring the history of teddy bears and learning about the toys enjoyed by parents and grandparents.
Geography
Our Geography topic will focus on Silsoe and the Local Area, helping the children develop a strong sense of place within their community. They will begin to use maps, aerial photographs and simple fieldwork skills to identify both human and physical features. During a local walk around the village, the children will observe different types of homes, landmarks and key features, developing their geographical vocabulary and understanding of the world around them.
RE
In Religious Education, we will be learning about what Christians believe God is like and how Christians learn from the teachings and stories about God. We will be focussing on the parable of The Lost Son to help us identify what God is like and how Christians respond to this. This builds on prior learning from Reception where we learnt about similarities and differences between ourselves and others, and among families, communities and traditions. In the second half term, we will be learning the story of Jesus’ birth and why Jesus is important for Christians. We will learn how Christians use the story of the Nativity to guide their beliefs and actions at Christmas. We will begin to recognise that stories of Jesus’ life comes from the Gospels. This builds on prior learning from Reception where we learnt about similarities and differences between people and their beliefs. We have previously been thinking about Christian’s core beliefs and describing what it means, using stories and other accounts, asking and answering questions and giving reasons for their ideas.
PE
In PE, the children will develop their agility, balance, coordination and stamina through a range of engaging multi-skills activities. They will build fundamental movement skills, including running, throwing, catching and hand-eye coordination, while learning the importance of teamwork and cooperation. During the second half of the term, the children will begin a gymnastics unit, developing their balance, control and confidence through a range of exciting movements and sequences.
Art
Our Art lessons will explore how artists use line to create images and express ideas. The children will experiment with a range of media, including string, chalk, pencil and charcoal, to create different effects before applying their skills to produce an observational drawing. Alongside developing artistic techniques, the children will learn to evaluate and reflect on their own work using increasingly ambitious artistic vocabulary.
Design and Technology
Our Design and Technology project, Moving Pictures – Mechanisms and Levers, will challenge the children to design, make and evaluate their own moving picture inspired by traditional tales. They will investigate how simple mechanisms work, select appropriate tools and materials and test their finished products. Throughout the project, the children will be encouraged to explain how their designs work and consider how they could improve them.
PHSE
Following the Kapow curriculum, our PSHE learning will focus on ‘My Healthy Self’ and ‘Connecting With Others’. In the first half term, the children will be learning to recognise and name a range of emotions and learn to identify facial and body clues linked to feelings. In the second half term, the children will be identifying what makes them and others special. They will also be learning how friends, family and classmates can help and support each other.
Computing
Using Purple Mash, the children will continue to develop their digital skills and confidence when using technology. They will learn how to log on safely, navigate simple programs and save their work independently. As well as developing their understanding of grouping, sorting and handling data, the children will explore how to use technology responsibly and safely, helping them become thoughtful and confident digital citizens both at school and at home.
For more information, please see the curriculum tab.
Ways you can help:
- Read with your child for 5 to 10 minutes every day
- Ask the children questions about stories that you are reading to them.
- Tell the children the time and show them an analogue clock to help them become familiar with the time.
- Ask children to help you to count out money
- Help your children to count backwards and forwards to 100.
Year 1 Phonics Screening Check information for parents
Please see below for the latest Phonics Screening Check information for parents. This will be updated as and when a new one is published.