Start of Term Two

Welcome back to Term Two!

We hope that you were able to rest and enjoy precious time with your families. 

This term in Literacy we will be busy learning about Guy Fawkes, Remembrance Day, Room on the Broom and another animal in Farm School.

In Maths we will look at greater than and less than, number bonds to 10 and addition.  We will use a range of manipulatives to explore practically, helping us to develop our knowledge and understanding.

The Great Fire of London is our topic this term and together, we will discover lots of interesting facts. Your grown-ups will be so impressed when you go home and teach them what you have learnt! In Science we will be learning about the different Seasons.

Term 2 sees the start of our ‘Spelling Bees’ every Friday, so please take the time to learn these spellings, as part of your homework.

Thank you to everyone who has been reading at home, completing their Numbots homework and to the children who had engaged with ‘The Duke of Minster’.

As Christmas is fast approaching, we will also begin learning songs to sing to our grown-ups and we will begin rehearsing our fantastic Nativity.

We look forward to an exciting term with you all Year One. 

End of Term One

How time has flown this term Year One! Can you believe that you have already completed a whole term in Year One? We have all been blown away with how well you have settled, your motivation to learn and your amazing independence – thank you so much for using your Minster Muscles and for making us so proud!

This term, you have achieved so much, and we are incredibly proud of your efforts and enthusiasm. You all wowed us with your impeccable behaviour on our both of our trips, your enthusiasm towards learning and your super singing of the kindness song! Some highlights of the term include going on a double decker bus and a train, as well as our amazing car show and yummy ice cream treat.

Thank you to you, and your grown-ups for your positivity and ability to adapt to the big changes in the curriculum, you have all taken it in your stride so brilliantly!  Rest well during the holidays as we’ll be just as busy in Term Two and enjoy precious time with your families.

The Year One Team

Start of Term One

Dear families,

A very warm welcome to Year 1!

We are excited to welcome you and your children to Year 1. This year marks an important transition from the Foundation Stage to the National Curriculum, and our experienced team is dedicated to supporting your child’s development, independence, and wellbeing throughout this journey.

In Term 1, we place a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing and personal responsibility to help ease the transition. We encourage a growth mindset and celebrate progress—no matter how small—within the classroom community. A key focus this term will be developing core skills, particularly handwriting, phonics, and reading.

To ensure your child makes expected progress, your support at home is vital. We ask that you listen to your child read at least three times a week and encourage them to use Numbots for 15 minutes across the week (Monday–Friday). Spelling Bee will begin in Term 2 to allow a smooth start to the year.

Please ensure you are connected to MarvellousMe, our main platform for sharing important updates and celebrating your child’s achievements. If you are not yet signed up, please contact the school office for assistance.

We look forward to a fantastic year of learning, growth, and collaboration. If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to share your child’s successes, please speak to your class adults—we’re here to help.

Kind regards,

The Year 1 Team

Mrs Pleace & Miss O’Connell – Nightingale Class
Mrs Chirnside & Mrs Jones – Dove Class
Mrs Pearn & Mrs Ashworth – Goldfinch Class
Miss Brett – Supporting across all classes