🌱 Spring 1 Overview – Year 1/2 (Holly Class)
We have an exciting half term ahead in Holly Class, packed with creative learning, exploration and hands-on experiences! 🌟📚

📖 English
This term, our narrative focus is Rapunzel. The children will explore characters, settings and story structure before writing their own imaginative narratives. We will also be learning to write informative texts using The Big Blue Whale, developing our non-fiction writing skills. ✏️📘🐋

🔢 Maths
In Maths, we’ll be focusing on addition and subtraction within 100, as well as exploring multiplication and division. Children will use practical resources and problem-solving activities to build confidence and deepen understanding. ➕➖✖️➗

🌿 Science
Our topic is Living Things and Their Habitats. We’ll be learning about different habitats, the plants and animals that live in them, and how living things are suited to their environments. 🌍🐛🌱

📜 History
In History, we’ll be investigating the question How have toys changed? Children will explore toys from the past and present, comparing materials, design and how children played long ago. 🧸⏳

💻 Computing
Using Purple Mash, we’ll be learning about spreadsheets and developing our understanding of e-safety. Children will practise organising information and using digital tools safely and responsibly. 🖥️🔐

🎨 Art
This term, we’ll be exploring tone and texture. Children will experiment with different materials and techniques to create artwork with depth and detail. 🖌️🖼️

🏃 PE
In PE, children will take part in Social Dodgeball and Multi-Skills activities, developing teamwork, coordination and fundamental movement skills. ⚽🏃‍♀️

🙏 RE
Our RE focus is Judaism. Children will learn who is Jewish, what Jewish people believe and how they live, developing respect and understanding of different faiths. ✡️💭

💬 PSHE (Jigsaw)
Our theme this term is Dreams and Goals. Children will be encouraged to think about their aspirations, persevere with challenges and celebrate achievements. 🌈⭐

🎵 Music
Using Charanga, our unit is I Wanna Play in a Band. Children will explore rhythm, beat and performance, and have fun making music together. 🎶🥁

🌲 Forest School
Children will enjoy outdoor learning sessions, developing confidence, teamwork and curiosity through exploration in the natural environment. 🍃🌳