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 the book “The Way Back Home” by Oliver Jeffers. We will predict what we think is going to happen. Then sequence and retell the story using language from the story. We will use our knowledge of the story to write a diary entry in character.

In Maths, we will be moving beyond 10 in our learning about Place Value. First we will be counting up to 20 and then exploring facts about numbers up to 20. We will be using concrete resources to support throughout.

In Science, we will be learning about our new scientist for our new topic of Light and Dark. Annie Easley was a scientist who worked for NASA, we will learn facts about her life and how important her work was.

In Art, we will be exploring the art of Vincent Van Gogh, focusing on his Starry Night painting. We will discuss his other art work and then experiment with the techniques he used in his paintings.

In Geography we will be learning about the four nations of the United Kingdom. Naming, locating and identifying characteristics and the capital cities. In History, we will be delving into the history of flight, by starting with a timeline of events of historical significance such as the Wright Brother’s flight in the first engine powered aircraft.

The Year 1 team would like to remind you to check Google Classroom every Friday for the homework that is uploaded. Topic Homework has been set for the holidays. PE days will remain the same, Tuesday mornings and Friday afternoons.

Year 2

Spring Term 1 Knowledge Organiser – 2025/2026

The latest Year 2 Learning Update!

After Christmas our new topic will be London’s Burning where we will be learning all about the Great Fire of London.

In English, the children will start their exploration of traditional tales. They will be looking at and comparing Anansi Goes to Lunch and Anansi and the Pot of Beans.

In Maths, the children are starting the term by looking at money. They will find out about the different coins and how much each are worth as well as calculating totals.

In Science, the children will be exploring everyday materials and their properties. They will research the scientist Lonnie Johnson, who was an engineer for NASA.

In Art/ DT, the children will be creating prints inspired by The Great Fire of London. To start the topic, the children will look at artist Lynda Goldberg.

In Humanities, next term we will be starting our exploration of The Great Fire of London. They will begin their exploration by looking at a timeline of London history.

The year 2 team would like to wish all of the children a wonderful holiday and we look forward to seeing you all in the New Year!

We would also like to remind you to label all of your child’s belongings, including hats and gloves.