The teachers in Year 2 are:
Mrs Good (2G)

Miss Owens (2O)

Welcome to the Year 2 class page!

It has already been a pleasure getting to know the children, and we have been very impressed with how well they have settled into their new classroom routines. The children have approached the start of the year with enthusiasm, positivity and a willingness to learn, and we are looking forward to an exciting year ahead.

Throughout Year 2, we will continue to encourage the children to develop independence, resilience and confidence in their learning. We are excited to work together with you to ensure that every child reaches their full potential and enjoys a happy and successful year.

Below is an overview of the learning that will take place during the Autumn Term.

Religious Education

Creation and Covenant

Children will learn about God's promise to Noah in Genesis 9:15 and how Noah was called to care for God's world. They will explore the story of Noah's Ark and begin to understand how God's covenant with Noah is remembered by Christians today. The children will also learn about Baptism and why it is an important celebration within the Christian faith.

Prophecy and Promise

Children will explore messages from Scripture and learn how these messages continue to inspire Christians. They will also learn about Advent traditions and discover how Christians prepare for the celebration of Christmas during this special season.

English

Power of Reading

This term we will be studying:

● The Lonely Beast

● The Emperor's Egg

● The Great Explorer

● The Tear Thief

● The Princess and the White Bear King

● Rapunzel

● The Clock Tower

Narrative

Children will develop their storytelling skills through retelling stories, role-play activities, character descriptions, setting descriptions and creating their own imaginative stories.

Poetry

Children will explore songs and repetitive poems, developing confidence in reading and performing poetry.

Non-Fiction

Children will write reports, informal letters, instructions and explanation texts. Guided Reading

Guided Reading sessions will take place weekly to develop fluency, vocabulary and comprehension skills.

Please continue to read with your child regularly at home, as reading remains one of the most important ways to support learning across the curriculum.

Mathematics

Number: Place Value

Children will:

● Read, write and count forwards and backwards to 100.

● Compare and order numbers.

● Partition numbers into tens and ones.

● Count in multiples of 2, 3, 5 and 10.

● Estimate and represent numbers on a number line.

Number: Addition and Subtraction

Children will:

● Add and subtract 10.

● Add and subtract one-digit and two-digit numbers.

● Recall and use number bonds to 100.

● Solve missing number problems.

Geometry: Shape

Children will:

● Identify and describe the properties of 2D shapes.

● Identify and describe the properties of 3D shapes.

● Count sides, vertices, faces and edges.

● Sort shapes according to their properties.

Weekly Arithmetic

Children will complete regular arithmetic activities to develop fluency and confidence with number facts.

Science

Animals Including Humans

Children will:

● Learn that animals, including humans, have offspring that grow into adults. ● Describe the basic needs of animals and humans for survival, including water, food and air.

● Understand the importance of exercise, healthy eating and good hygiene. ● Develop scientific enquiry skills through observations, investigations and questioning.

Geography

Arctic and Antarctic

Children will:

● Use maps, atlases and globes to identify continents and oceans.

● Locate hot and cold regions of the world.

● Understand the location of the Equator and the North and South Poles. ● Use geographical vocabulary to describe the physical features of Polar Regions. ● Explore aerial photographs and maps to identify key landmarks and features.

History

The History of the Local Area

Children will:

● Compare Hounslow Heath in the past and present.

● Learn about the history of Hounslow High Street.

● Explore the significance of the Highwayman period.

● Investigate the human and physical features of Hounslow over time.

Art and Design Technology

Art – Drawing

Using storybook illustrations as inspiration, children will develop their drawing techniques and explore different ways to create texture and detail within their artwork.

DT – Fairground Wheel (Mechanisms)

Children will investigate how simple mechanisms work. They will explore moving structures before designing and creating their own fairground wheel.

Computing

Computing Systems and Networks

Topic: What is a computer?

Children will learn about computers and their role in everyday life. They will explore different computer systems and begin to understand how technology helps us at home, at school and in the wider world.

Apps/Software: Scratch and Busy Things

Music

Charanga

Through the Charanga music scheme, children will develop their understanding of pulse, rhythm, dynamics and tempo through listening, singing and performance activities.

Weekly Hymn Practice

Children will take part in weekly hymn practice and explore simple musical patterns before focusing on dynamics and tempo through singing and performance.

Physical Education

Movement Skills and Gymnastics

Children will develop balance, coordination, agility and control through a range of movement and gymnastics activities.

Reminders

PE

PE takes place every Friday. Please ensure that your child comes to school wearing their full PE kit.

Reading Records

Please ensure that reading records are brought into school regularly and signed by an adult. Regular reading at home has a significant impact on children's progress and helps develop a lifelong love of reading.

We are looking forward to a fantastic year with Year 2, and thank you for your continued support.

Homework Reminder

Please support your child with their homework, as it is a valuable part of their learning. Homework will be sent home every Friday and should be returned on the Wednesday of the next week. Children should be ready to participate in a weekly spelling test in class.

Water Bottle and Uniform

Please can children bring in water bottles which are labelled with their names on clearly. Additionally, please ensure uniform is labelled to avoid items going missing.