Autumn Term 2020
YEAR 1 PARENT SUMMARY AUTUMN 2020
Summer Term Curriculum Overview
Year 1 Summer Curriculum Overview 2020
Below is a brief summary of some of the areas the children will be studying during the Summer term.
Religious Education
In Religious Education, the children will learn about the events in the 40 days after Easter from the Resurrection of Jesus Christ to Pentecost. They will also learn about belief in the Kingdom of God as expressed in the parables. They will learn about the lives of individuals who acted in response to their beliefs such as Nelson Mandela.
English
The children will listen to and write about both fiction and non-fiction texts and we will also explore poetry once again. Some of the texts we will cover include; ‘Beegu’, ‘Man on the Moon’ and ‘Amazing Grace.’ Children will practice writing different text types including; recounts, information and persuasive. Children will continue to take part in daily phonics activities and regular handwriting practice. They will continue to develop their speaking and listening skills using drama and role play.
Mathematics
This term in Maths, the children will continue to learn about multiplication and division, relating it to real life situations. They will be developing problem solving skills during Maths investigations. They will also begin exploring simple fractions including halves and quarters. The children will learn about measurement of time and money using correct mathematical vocabulary to explain concepts. They will also develop positional language learning about turns and directions. We will continue to use practical resources and electronic activities such as Doodle Maths to support and engage pupils in the joy of Mathematics.
Science
The Science topic this term is ‘Plants.’ Children will learn to identify and name a variety of common wild and garden plants, including deciduous and evergreen trees. They will also begin to identify and describe the basic structure of a variety of common flowering plants, including trees. Children will explore how plants can be adapted to their environment.
Computing
In Computing, the children will use technology purposefully to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve digital content. They will do this predominantly through the use of Seesaw. Later on they will also continue to develop their programming skills.
History
In History, our theme is ‘Space Flight’. Pupils will learn about the history of space flight and learn to put events in chronological order. They will also learn about the lives and achievements of some significant individuals from this field, such as the British astronaut Tim Peake.
Geography
This term, we will be studying the ‘British Isles’. Pupils will be able to identify the five countries that make up the British Isles; England, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. They will learn about human and physical features of each country including the names of capital cities and key rivers.
Art & Design
In Art and Design, the children will continue to use pencils, paints and materials to create pictures that reflect the learning across the curriculum including space craft, other world creatures, plants and flowers.
Design and Technology
Children will design, make and evaluate products linked to our learning across the curriculum such as spacecraft and vases.
Music
In Music, the children will continue to take part in weekly lessons using rhythm and beat. They will explore different instruments and different tempos to then create their own compositions.
PSHE
In PHSE, the children will participate in circle time activities and games focusing on the topics of ‘Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing’. This term our focus will be on yourself and others.
PE
In PE, our focus will be on catching and throwing. These are the key parts of team and individual invasion, territory and striking and fielding games.
Please remember that this is only a brief outline of what your child will be learning about during this term.
Miss Shevlin and Miss McCarron
Friday 3rd April 2020 – Religious Education Home Learning
As Holy Week commences with Palm Sunday (5th April), the following documents will give you some suggestions on things you could try at home to remember Jesus and this special time in the Catholic church. In each document, you will see ideas for both younger and older children, however please feel free to pick and choose from whichever you wish.
R.E Home Learning – Easter in Matthew’s Gospel
Home Learning Week 2 (30.03.20)
Maths
English
Covid – 19
Please click the link below for a suggested Daily Timetable while the school is closed.
Year 1 Home Learning Pack
- Year 1 Home Learning Pack
- Year 1 Home Learning Pack Guidance and Answers
- Year 1 Practical Ideas
- POWer Project 1 – Flight
- POWer Project 2 – Flight
Year 1 Curriculum Overview Spring Term
Year 1 Spring Curriculum Overview 2020
Happy New Year to all parents and carers! We would like to welcome you to the Spring term and tell you about all the exciting things the children will be learning about!
English
In English the children will continue to take part in daily phonics and handwriting sessions. They will continue to develop their speaking and listening skills using drama and role play. Also, the children will begin to write their own stories and try to use adventurous vocabulary when doing so. They will also be exploring non-fiction texts. They will continue to learn spellings from the spelling list.
Mathematics
This term in Maths the children will continue to learn about addition and subtraction and will begin to relate it to real life situations. They will be developing problem solving skills during Maths investigations. The children will explore patterns, volume, length and weight and use the appropriate vocabulary to describe them. Also, the children will continue to use a number line and a 100 square to solve calculations. We will continue to use Numicon and begin using Mathletics to support and engage pupils in the joy of Mathematics.
Science
The Science topics this term are ‘Animals including Humans’ and ‘Seasonal Changes’. We will learn about animal groups and make comparisons between the bodies of humans and other animals. We will also look at the differences between the four seasons and identify and recognise changes for example, climate.
Computing
In Computing, the children will be developing their keyboard skills. They will learn to write sentences, correct mistakes, put things in the correct order and save their work. The children will also be using Computing programs such as ‘2 create a story’ to make their own digital story books. In addition to this, they will continue to develop their skills in using and understanding algorithms using a programme called Espresso Coding.
Art & Design and Design Technology
In Art and Design, the children will continue to make observational drawings using a range of media. In Design Technology the children will design a stamp and make a print of it.
Geography
The theme for the first half term is ‘Poles Apart.’ Within this topic, the children will learn about maps, atlases and globes to locate different continents, including Arctic regions. Children will also be learning about the geography of the British Isles including its key rivers. In addition to this, they will be able to locate the equator and explain how it affects climate. The children will use a range of different sources of research e.g. books, pictures, photographs and the internet.
History
The theme for the second half term is ‘Flight’. The children will learn about the history of flight and some key individuals and their achievements including Amelia Earhart and the Wright Brothers.
Music
In Music the children will continue to take part in regular singing assemblies. They will explore pulse, rhythm and pitch during music lessons. We will be working from the Music Express Scheme.
PSHE
In PHSE the children will participate in circle time activities and games focusing on the topics of ‘Keeping safe and well’ and ‘What goes into our bodies?’ Within these themes the children will learn about personal safety, who they can talk to for help and people who help us to stay healthy and well. For example: dentists, doctors and nurses. In addition to this they will explore what goes into our bodies and how it can make people feel.
Please remember that this is only a brief outline of what your child will be learning about during this term.