Key Stage 1

Phase Leader KS1

Eduardo Serra

Year 1

Spring Term 1 Knowledge Organiser – 2025/2026

The latest Year 1 Learning Update!

In English, we will be learning through poetry. We will explore different types of poems and the features they include. Then we will try creating our own poems about flying machines.

In Maths, we will be continuing with addition and subtraction, with the focus mostly on subtraction. We will be using number lines to count back and using part whole models to find the difference. The children will be using concrete resources to support their learning.

In Science, we will be carrying out our light investigation. We will be able to explain what reflective means and be able to explain what the best light source is.

In Art, we will be creating our own versions of Van Gogh’s Starry Night. We will use our experimenting lesson to help us use interesting brush strokes.

In Geography we will be learning about the dangers of weathers and the effects it can have. In History we will be learning about a new key figure in the history of flight, Amy Johnson and the achievements she made.

The Year 1 team would like to remind you to check Google Classroom every Friday for the homework that is uploaded. Take a moment when you are outside, to see if you can spot any signs of the changing seasons.

Year 2

Spring Term 1 Knowledge Organiser – 2025/2026

The latest Year 2 Learning Update!

After half term the Year 2 children will continue their learning about The Great Fire of London. Just before the break, we will be taking an exciting trip to the Tower of London to support our Topic learning.

In English, we will be developing comprehension skills with lessons to improve retrieval and inference skills. As well as using the story, ‘Toby and the Great Fire of London’ to help further writing skills and the use of inverted commas for speech.

In Maths, the children are starting the term by looking at height and length. They will practise using a ruler to measure with increased accuracy as well as using their ordering and comparing skills.

In Science, the children will be exploring uses of Materials. They will research the scientist Noah McVicker, who was the inventor of the popular sculpting toy, Play Doh!

In DT, the children will be inspired by Tudor architecture and buildings from Historic London. They will begin by creating a mood board by using different techniques and materials such as smudging with charcoal.

In History, we will be deepening our knowledge of The Great Fire of London and focusing on the individual characters involved, starting with Samuel Pepys. Using historical sources to research to then discuss his impact. In Geography, the children will be using atlases to located countries and cities and identifying the map symbols used. Also identifying and describing physical and human features on a map.

The year 2 team hopes you have a wonderful half term. Keep reading and stay safe!