In English, we have been developing our descriptive writing skills by creating our very own monsters! The children have been using their imaginations to make wonderful, wacky and sometimes scary creatures. Once our monsters were created, we brought them to life by thinking carefully about what they look like and how we could describe them. We have been exploring descriptive words to help our readers picture our fantastic creations. 

In Maths, we have been looking at part-part-whole models, helping us to understand how numbers can be made up of two or more parts that combine to make a whole.

In Science, we have been investigating different materials and exploring the difference between absorbent and non-absorbent materials. We have been thinking about which materials soak up water and which ones do not. The children have been making predictions and taking part in an experiment to discover which material is the least absorbent. It has been a great opportunity to develop our scientific thinking, make observations and talk about what we noticed!

In RE, we have been reflecting on what we have learnt about what Christians believe God is like. We have also spent time thinking about the meaning of forgiveness and what it means to us. The children explored what forgiving others might look like in everyday life and shared their ideas as part of a beautiful Tree of Forgiveness display. We thought about how saying sorry, accepting apologies, showing kindness and giving others another chance can help us build positive relationships. We are so proud of the thoughtful ideas the children shared!

In History, we have been learning about why people wear poppies on Remembrance Sunday. The children have been exploring the meaning of the poppy and how it helps us remember the soldiers and others who have died in wars. This has encouraged us to think about remembrance, respect and the importance of remembering people from the past.

It has been a fantastic week full of creativity, curiosity and thoughtful reflection. We are so proud of the enthusiasm the children have shown across all our subjects and look forward to another exciting week of learning together!

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Notices

Please bring reading books into school every day next week, as we will be changing all books over the three days. We will be sending home three books for the half term to help keep the children reading regularly. However, any reading is beneficial, including books you already have at home!

As we have a shorter turnaround for changing books next week, please aim to read at least twice to earn a reading stamp. Thank you for your continued support in helping the children develop their love of reading!

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St Mary's Changemaker

If your child still has a Changemaker to complete, please make sure it is brought into school by Wednesday next week. This will allow us to share their wonderful work during Collective Worship, where they will receive their Friendship Sticker.

We will still be accepting Changemakers after half term, but any handed in after Wednesday will not be shared in Collective Worship but will receive their sticker.

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Dates for your diary

I am looking forward to seeing you all next Tuesday and Wednesday, as we discuss how your child has settled into Year 2. Please do take time to read the mini report that will be sent out over the weekend with your child's reading, writing and Maths targets. Do come with any questions that you have.

 

Tuesday 20th October - Reception, Years 1 & 2 Parent Consultations

Wednesday 21st October - Reception, Years 1 & 2 Parent Consultations

Thursday 22nd October to Sunday 1st November – Half-term holiday (Tech & WOW Camp at St Mary's)

Monday 2nd November – Children return to school

Sunday 8th November – PTA Fireworks Night, 4:00–6:30pm

Wednesday 11th November – Armistice Day: Year 3 lead Remembrance Collective Worship, 9:00am – parents welcome

Monday 16th to Friday 20th November – Anti-Bullying Week

Monday 16th November – Odd Socks Day: wear school uniform with odd socks to celebrate our differences

Thursday 19th November – “Uniquely Us!” Non-Uniform Day: celebrating our differences and showing kindness. Please bring an item for the Christmas hampers.

Friday 20th November - Year 1 class trip to Bekonskot Model Village

Friday 4th December - 3:30 - 5:00pm - PTA Christmas Event 

Tuesday 8th December – Years 1 & 2 Nativity performances for parents – morning and afternoon

Thursday 10th December – Reception, Years 1 & 2 Book Look, 3:15–3:45pm

Friday 11th December – Christmas Discos: Reception–Year 2, 3:30–4:45pm; Years 3–6, 5:00–6:15pm

Tuesday 15th December – Beauty and the Beast at Watersmeet – afternoon

Wednesday 16th December – Christmas Jumper Day, Christmas lunch and afternoon class Christmas parties

Friday 18th December – End of term – school finishes at 1:30pm

 

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Emails sent this week

Scholastic Book Club 

Year 1 - Bekonskot Model Village class trip

Xmas4Schools

Remembrance poppy Display - egg cartons needed

Christmas Wreath Making Night

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Thank you for your continued support

The Year 1 Team