Welcome back to Term 2.

We hope that you had a fun-packed half-term. 

This term in literacy we will begin the term by learning about Guy Fawkes and Remembrance Day. Next, we will explore the text, Room on the Broom, using adjectives to describe characters and settings.

During our maths sessions, 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.

We will also be learning how we are making history.  To do this, we will be investigating the past by exploring personal chronology and using photographs to ask and answer questions about the past.

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

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

End of Term One

How time has flown this term! 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 geography trip, your enthusiasm to write and your incredible maths skills! 

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. 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 ClassDojo, 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 Pearn & Mrs Ashworth – Goldfinch Class
Miss Butt - supporting all pupils