WELCOME TO CLASS 2

Class 2 consists of Year 1 and Year 2 children.

 Our aim is to ensure that every child feels that they are part of a caring class. A class in which they feel confident enough to try new things without fear of failure. A class in which everybody has something to offer. Our aspiration is that the children in Class 2 will become self-motivated learners through a varied and exciting curriculum. Parents are always welcome in Class 2, whether to discuss their child's progress or to help on educational visits. We want Class 2 children to enjoy school and to look forward to the opportunities each new day offers.

Class 2 will have their PE lesson on a Tuesday. On this day, children must wear their correct PE kits to school. There may of course, be additional days when the children may be required to wear a PE kit, which they will be clearly informed about. 

PE kit:

• Black shorts, leggings or tracksuit bottoms
• Green T-shirt with logo
• Trainers or plimsolls
• No earrings or jewellery

Please name all items of kit and school uniform.

 Reading at home

This should be enjoyed on a daily basis. Reading independently, reading together and across a variety of genres are all beneficial, as are audio books. Please keep your reading materials in a book bag so that nothing is lost or misplaced.  All children will read daily with their teaching staff during their phonics session. 

Autumn Term 2025

English and SPaG:

In English, we have started our transcription units with a huge push on correct letter formation, the sizing of our letters, writing on the line and using finger spaces. In the Autumn term, we will be looking in depth at understanding the grammar word classes and punctuation that are instrumental in creating effective sentences.  This initiative is being threaded throughout all our year groups at Mawgan-in-Pydar, so that the skills required to write effectively become second nature to the children.

Maths:
In Maths this term, we will be focusing on place value, addition and subtraction and shape. 

Science:
This half term in Science, we will be focusing on the use of everyday materials. Next half term will be spent focusing on animals, including humans.

 Art and Design & Design Technology

In Art this half term, we will be exploring and drawing.Next half term, we will be exploring the world through monoprint. In DT, we will be designing and making t-shirts for a fashion show.

 Music:
We will learn songs across the school during our music assemblies so that we can perform them at our Harvest Festival. We will be learning to improvise rhythms along to a backing track using the note C or G. We will also learn to compose call-and-response music, play a melody on a tuned percussion instrument, sing with good diction and recognise and play echoing phrases by ear.

 History and Geography

This term, in Geography we will study the topic ‘Where in the world do I live?’ In History, we will explore ‘How has technology changed our lives over the last 60 years?’

 Computing:
This term, we will learn about programming, both with robots and animations.

 RE:

This term we will explore the question ‘Who do Christians say made the world?’ We will attend our local Harvest festival service and recognise that Harvest Festival is a time for Christians to say ‘Thank You’ to God. During Autumn 2, we will explore, ‘Who is Jewish and where do they live?’ as well as learning about why Christmas is important to Christians.

 PE: 
During this half term we will focus on multi skills, body parts and their functions and bootcamp activities (exploring circuit activities). In Autumn 2 we will explore story time dance, healthy minds, emotions and goals and mighty movers (improving fitness/running).

 PSHE:
Our SCARF theme this half term is 'Me and My Relationships' exploring all about me, classroom routines and understanding and expressing feelings. Next half term, our theme will be ‘Valuing Differences’.

 Reminders

• PE afternoon is Tuesday – PE kits to be worn to school every Tuesday.
• Please bring a clearly labelled water bottle to school every day.
• Please bring a warm, waterproof jacket every day.
• Please label all clothing.
• Please read at home daily.

Open Door PolicyWe welcome your feedback on any aspect of your child’s time in Class 2. Please drop us an email via the office (hello@mawgan-in-pydar.org.uk) to raise any questions, queries or problems that you may have. We are excited about the term ahead with Class 2 and thank you in advance for your support.