Welcome to Year 1!
Scarlet Class is a Year 1 class of 22 fabulous children with Miss Jones as their teacher. Crimson Class is a Year 1 class of 25 equally fabulous children with Ms Wilson as their teacher. We also have Ms Del Corso on our team, working in Crimson Class on Wednesdays and Ms Kowalska, working in Scarlet Class on Thursdays, as well as a great team of teaching assistants, Ms Sanderson, Ms English and Ms Whiting.
In Year 1 we work hard to be kind to each other, respecting our differences and sharing a great learning journey together!
Our Autumn 2 Topic is ‘Toys from the Past’
This half-term, our topic ‘Toys from the Past’ will explore how toys have changed over time. Children will investigate the differences between old and new toys, looking closely at the materials they are made from and the ways in which they were used. They will learn to identify and describe these differences using a range of adjectives. As part of our learning, we will handle and play with a variety of toys from the past, comparing them with the toys children enjoy today.
In Maths, we will learn how to use the greater than and less than symbols with accuracy and confidence. Children will explore part–part–whole relationships and deepen their understanding of numbers within the range of 0 to 5. We will also investigate the properties of 2D and 3D shapes through hands-on activities and practical exploration. Throughout the term, our aim is to strengthen mathematical skills, encourage problem-solving, and promote critical thinking.
In English, we will continue to nurture a love of reading by providing daily opportunities to engage with books. This includes weekly sessions where children read individually or in groups, selecting books that match their interests and reading levels. During group reading sessions, we offer rich and engaging materials to help develop key skills such as fluency, prediction, summarising, and questioning in response to the text. We will explore a variety of exciting children’s literature, including Lost in the Toy Museum, Naughty Bus, and Traction Man. Our focus will be on recalling familiar stories, sequencing key events, and retelling narratives in the children’s own words.
General Information
In Year 1 we love reading and try to read as much as possible. We encourage parents to read regularly with children and to record this in their reading record book. Children should bring home two texts: one phonically decodable text from the Floppy’s Phonics scheme (selected by their teacher) and at least one reading for pleasure text selected by child to read with parents to enjoy reading and discussing with a parent. They will also bring home another book from their weekly library visit. We change books regularly so please remember to bring your book bag every day.
Scarlet Class and Crimson Class PE Days:
This half term our PE sessions will take place on Wednesdays (indoor) and Fridays (outdoor) . Children will change into their PE kits at school. Please ensure your child has their kit available every day.
A complete PE kit includes:
Navy blue shorts or tracksuit bottoms
White t-shirt
Navy blue sweatshirt or cardigan
Trainers
Please make sure every item is clearly labelled. For safety reasons, no jewellery should be worn during PE and long hair should be tied up.
Please provide your child with their own water bottle daily. This is especially important for PE days, so that we stay healthy and hydrated! This should be named and brought home daily for cleaning.
If you have any questions about school, please contact the Office by phone, email or in person, or come and find us at the end of the day!
Useful Information
Y1 Curriculum Descriptor Aut2 2025.docx (2)
Keywords to be able to read and spell
End of Year One Expectations Spoken Language and Reading
End of Year One Expectations Writing
End of Year One Expectations Maths