Welcome to the Kittiwakes class page!
Welcome to our class page!
My name is Miss Clarke and I am the class teacher based in Kittiwakes. Mrs White covers my teacher time out of class on Thursdays from 10 am.
On this page, I will outline what our Autumn Term 2 curriculum looks like. If you have any questions about this or anything else, please do not hesitate to contact me; my door is always open. Otherwise, please email: admin@starcross-primary.devon.sch.uk
Key information
- Our PE days are Monday and Thursday. Please ensure that your child wears their PE kit to school on these days.
- We make book changes every Friday. Please ensure that you read with your child five times a week and write this down in their reading record.
Topic
Our key question for this term is ‘Who rules Britain?’ We will be learning about British monarchs and their role.
Reading and Phonics
At our school, we use the Read Write Inc phonics programme to teach our children to read. At 9:10 am every day, the children move around the school to their phonics groups. We also have a 10 minute additional phonics lesson in the afternoon.
We ensure that children are placed in groups that match their abilities so that they feel confident to read the books that they take home. The children are assessed every half term to support their progression through the scheme and ensure they are ready for Year 2.
English
In English, we will be learning how to write a postcard. Towards Christmas, we will be exploring Christmas themed poetry.
Maths
In Maths, we will be moving onto addition and subtraction within 10. We use the White Rose Maths scheme for Maths lessons. In the afternoon, we have an additional 15 minutes of Maths a day through a programme called ‘Mastering Number’, which focuses on mathematical fluency and understanding.
Science
In Science, we will be learning about everyday materials. We will explore materials such as wood, metal, glass, plastic and fabric. We will be identifying the materials in objects and also describe the properties of them through simple investigations.
PE
In PE, we will be developing our fundamental ball skills. We will learn to roll, throw, catch, kick and strike a ball. At the end of the unit, we will be putting these skills into practice during some games.
Computing
In computing, we will be developing our mouse, keyboard and basic computing skills using creative tools. We will use tools to paint, create jigsaws and make simple drag and drop games.
RWE
Our question in RWE for this term is, ‘Why does Christmas matter to Christians?’ We will find out about how Christmas is celebrated today and begin to consider which traditions are secular and which are religious.
PSHE
At Starcross Primary School we teach PSHE through the scheme, Jigsaw. In PSHE we will be ‘Celebrating Differences’. We will be learning to recognise similarities and differences, understand and respond to bullying, and build positive friendships.
Music
In Music, we will be rehearsing songs for our nativity performance, The Bethlehem Bake-Off.
D&T
In D&T, we will be designing and making a toy crown. We will research existing products and experiment with different materials before designing our own crowns. We will then create a prototype before we make our final piece.