Teacher: Mrs Martin
Teaching Assistants: Mr. Singleton, Mrs. Lane, Mrs. Lynes
Thank you for visiting our class page. On here, you can find more information about our topics, homework expectations in Year 2 and our P.E. lessons. You will also be able to find some useful documents as well as being able to see updates about our learning.
Autumn 1- Fire! Fire!
Spring – Significant Individuals
Summer- Beachcombers
Reading
We are passionate about fostering a love of reading and promoting independence in every pupil. To support this, we encourage children to read at home for at least 15 minutes each day, helping them to develop fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary.
The reading record should be used to record daily reading, and these diaries are checked regularly. We welcome parental involvement -even with independent readers – to discuss the text and support understanding, helping children to engage more deeply with what they read.
Spelling
At the start of each half term, pupils receive a list of spellings along with a spelling rule focus for the week. These rules are taught in school, as well as children having opportunities to practise these words in class, but regular home practice is also expected. To support learning, there is a weekly spelling test every Monday.
Maths
Children receive weekly Mathletics homework, which involves completing one page from their Schofield and Sims book. Books are sent home every Wednesday and should be returned to school by the following Monday.
If homework has not been completed by Monday, children will be asked to attend Homework Club during lunchtime to ensure they are prepared for the marking session.
In addition, children are encouraged to practise their Maths KIRF (Key Instant Recall Facts) regularly at home. A sheet is sent out with the focus areas for each half term at the beginning of the year.
Topic
At the start of each term, children receive a Knowledge Organiser for their current topic. This organiser includes key facts, vocabulary, and concepts that they will cover throughout the term and can be used at home to reinforce learning and support discussions about their learning.
In addition, children are given an optional homework grid linked to the topic. The activities on the grid are designed to be engaging, creative, and enjoyable, allowing pupils to explore the subject in different ways while consolidating their learning. The tasks vary in style and challenge, offering opportunities for research, problem-solving, artistic expression, and practical activities. While the homework is optional, it encourages children to take ownership of their learning, pursue their interests, and develop new skills at their own pace. Families are welcome to support and participate in these activities, making learning a fun and collaborative experience at home.
KNOWLEDGE ORGANISERS
OPTIONAL HOMEWORK
Year 2 have Multi-skills every Monday and P.E. on Wednesdays. Children will need to wear their P.E. kit to school every Monday and Wednesday. Kit includes: school P.E. t-shirt, school jumper/cardigan, tracksuit bottoms or shorts and trainers.
