Holy Trinity

We will explore these topics through a combination of practical whole class, small groups and independent activities, learning through play, using concrete resources, pictorial learning as well as seeing if we can then apply our knowledge independently at the end of each week with some trickier tasks. We will be working very hard to learn numbers bonds that make 10 so we can recall them rapidly, continue to reading and recognizing numbers to 50, days of the week and practicing our counting forwards and backwards skills within our 'Flashback Fluency' daily maths activities.  

RE

Our RE topic this half term is Unit 1.3 -"Why does Christmas matter to Christians?" We follow the Manchester Diocese RE syllabus. We will be learning all about the Christmas story and why it is such an important celebration for Christians around the world. The children will listen to and retell the Nativity story, learning about the key people and events, such as the birth of Jesus, the visit of the shepherds, and the gifts of the wise men. We’ll talk about how Christmas is celebrated in churches and homes today, thinking about the symbols and traditions that help Christians remember the meaning of Jesus’ birth. The children will have opportunities for discussion, drama, art, and reflection, helping them to understand that Christmas is more than just presents and parties—it is a time of joy, love, and hope.

This term, we will be learning about the Christian value of service and what it means to help and care for others. We’ll explore how Jesus showed service through his actions and teachings, and think about how we can follow his example in our own lives. The children will learn that service means putting others before ourselves, being kind, helpful, and thoughtful in our words and actions. We will look for ways to serve others in our classroom, school, and community, such as helping a friend, taking responsibility, or showing respect. Through stories, discussions, and activities, the children will reflect on how small acts of service can make a big difference and help make the world a happier, more caring place.

Topic

In Autumn 2, Year 1 will be learning all about toys and the history of toys as part of our exciting history topic! We will begin by looking at the history of toys and thinking about how they have changed over time. The children will explore the toys we play with today and compare them to toys from 4 or 5 years ago, discussing what is similar and what is different. We will then look further back in time to discover toys from the past, including those from the early 20th century and even Victorian toys. The children will learn about the materials toys were made from, how they worked, and who might have played with them. We will also explore toys which move, investigating how movement is created and designing our own moving toys in class. Alongside this, we’ll be creative with playground games, learning and playing traditional games that children have enjoyed for generations. By the end of the topic, the children will have a wonderful understanding of how toys and play have changed throughout history.

Science

In Science this half term, Year 1 will be learning all about materials and their different properties and uses. We will explore a variety of everyday materials, such as wood, plastic, metal, glass, and fabric, and investigate what they are used for and why. The children will have lots of opportunities for hands-on exploration and investigations, including sorting and grouping materials, testing their properties (like whether they are hard or soft, rough or smooth, bendy or stiff), and thinking about which materials are best for certain jobs. We will also look at how materials can change, such as when they are heated, cooled, or bent. Through fun experiments and discussions, the children will begin to understand how the properties of materials help us decide how to use them in our everyday lives.

PSHE

This half-term our topic is “Families and relationships”.

We will be exploring how families can be different, the characteristics and impact of positive friendships; learning that issues can be overcome, that people show feelings differently and that stereotyping is unfair.

Art and Design Technology

In Year 1 this term, we are developing our creativity through exciting Art and Design Technology projects. In D.T., the children will be learning a range of textile skills as they design and make their own puppets. They will explore how to join materials together, decorate their designs, and bring their ideas to life with imagination and care. In Art, our focus will be Woven Wonders, where children will develop their craft and design skills by experimenting with different materials, colours, and patterns to create woven artwork. These projects will help the children to build fine motor skills, practise careful design techniques, and express their creativity in fun and meaningful ways.

Computing

 This subject is taught by Mrs Bester. The topic she will be focusing on is "what is a computer?". One of the softwares they will be using is paintz.app

This lesson is taught by our specialist music teacher. This term the children will be "exploring sounds."