Contact us:

1LC
Mrs Cartwright - lcartwright@redhill.worcs.sch.uk

1SB

Miss Butcher- sbutcher@redhill.worcs.sch.uk

---

The Year 1 Curriculum

Autumn Term 2

Welcome back to an exciting Autumn 2 term in Year 1! This half-term is packed with lots of wonderful learning opportunities, as well as preparations for our Christmas Nativity. The children will be working hard learning songs, practising lines and taking part in rehearsals as we get ready to perform for our families.

English

In English, we will be exploring Remembrance poetry, helping children to understand why we remember important events from the past and how poets express thoughts and feelings through words. The children will read, discuss and create their own simple poems inspired by remembrance themes.

As we move closer to Christmas, we will be using the exciting story How to Catch Santa as a stimulus for our writing. The children will be writing a set of instructions linked to the story, learning how to:

• Use clear command sentences
• Sequence ideas in the correct order
• Use time words such as first, next, then and finally
• Write for a purpose and audience

Maths

This half term, we will continue to develop our confidence with number. We will be:

• Exploring addition and subtraction strategies
• Finding number bonds
• Comparing and ordering numbers
• Solving simple mathematical problems
• Developing fluency and reasoning skills through practical activities

The children will use a range of resources and games to support their learning and build their mathematical confidence.

Design & Technology

Our DT project is Moving Story Books.

The children will:

• Explore how mechanisms work
• Investigate sliders and levers
• Create simple moving parts
• Design and make their own moving story book based on a fairytale
• Evaluate their finished product

This is always a favourite unit as children enjoy seeing their creations come to life!

Computing

In Computing, we will learn:

• To identify different types of technology
• To recognise computer parts and their functions
• How to use a mouse confidently
• How to use a keyboard to type and edit text
• How to use technology responsibly and safely

PSHE

Our PSHE lessons will focus on:

• Understanding similarities and differences between people
• Celebrating what makes us unique
• Exploring friendships and kindness
• Recognising bullying and knowing what to do if we need help
• Learning ways to make and maintain positive friendships

These important discussions help children develop confidence, empathy and respect for others.

PE

In PE, we will be learning about Fitness in our Monday sessions..

On Thursdays, children will be taking part in Forest school.

Nativity Preparations

A special highlight of this half term will be our Reception/ Year 1 and Year 2 -  Nativity production. The children will be:

• Learning songs and actions
• Practising speaking clearly and confidently
• Working together as a team
• Building confidence through performance

We are looking forward to sharing this very special event with families later in the term.

---

How You Can Help at Home

• Read together regularly and talk about stories.
• Practise counting and number facts.
• Encourage children to talk about their friendships and feelings.
• Help children learn any Nativity songs or lines that come home.

We are looking forward to another busy and exciting half term filled with learning, creativity and festive fun! 🎄✨

Further information

Water bottles need to be brought into school daily - please ensure these are labelled.

We will be visiting the library every Friday where the children can choose a book for that week. These books must be returned the following Friday.

School reading books, must be returned in waterproof bags on Thursday alongside Reading diaries, which are to be brought into school daily.

On Thursdays, children should come to school in warm home clothes. Please keep the weather in mind and send gloves and hats as needed. Wellies should also be sent to school in a named carrier bag.