Key Stage One - Paddington, Gruffalo & Matilda
Welcome to our Key Stage One Webpage.
Paddington, Gruffalo and Matilda.
Term One - Big World, Little Me.
In this topic we will be learning about: Ourselves and the world around us as we navigate KS1 together!
In English we are exploring stories about families and belonging, focusing on traditional tales like The Three Little Pigs and Little Red Riding Hood, and writing labels, lists, captions and personal recounts. We will retell familiar stories, innovate endings, and create our own schoolbook using descriptive vocabulary and correct punctuation.
In Maths we will be learning about place value. We will learn to recognise, count, and order numbers. We will focus on numbers up to 100, understanding how each number is made up of tens and ones. We will practise counting forwards and backwards, finding one more and one less, and using number lines and objects to help us.
In Geography we will be learning about our local area, starting with our school environment. We will learn to recognise and name key human and physical features such as classrooms, playgrounds, trees and gardens. We will explore our surroundings using maps, aerial photographs and fieldwork to help us notice what is around us and where things are.
In Science we will be learning all about humans, our bodies, and our senses. We will learn about what humans need to survive, and the effects of diet, exercise and hygiene on our bodies. We will learn about the human life cycle and compare babies and adults.
In Computing we are learning to use information technology safely and effectively. We will explore how computers are used in school and in the wider world, how to follow rules to stay safe, and how to create simple programs using sprites and algorithms.
In Art we are creating self-portraits using natural materials, exploring texture, colour, and shape. We will study expression and emotion through facial features and create nature-inspired artwork to reflect our identity and feelings.
In DT we are learning to design, make and evaluate a model of our home. We will explore different types of houses, create labelled design plans, select appropriate junk modelling materials and join techniques, and reflect on our finished products.
In Music we are learning to listen to, appraise and perform Harvest songs. We will explore rhythm, pitch, and beat through singing and movement, and develop confidence in sharing our performances.
In RE we are learning about how we belong. We will learn about different religious communities and how they celebrate belonging through special events, symbols, and ceremonies such as baptisms, naming ceremonies, and welcoming traditions.
In PSHRE our topic is ‘Growing Up’ where we will find out more about ourselves and our hopes for the future.
In PE we are learning the skills associated with playing tennis.
Some of our WOW moments will be watching a traditional tales theatre performance.
Term 1 - Week 1 - Login details, contact with teachers, P.E Day, what to bring and what not to bring... We're back!
We will hopefully have our very own class email address set up and running really soon and would love to hear from you with messages or pictures of what you have been doing whilst at home!
In the meantime, we are also here for any questions or queries you may have. Please do not hesitate to contact us via email or by phoning the school office. Please rest assure that all messages will reach us.
Please email, instead of passing on messages after school. Thank you.
Mr Talbert, Mrs Dodrill and Miss Brent.
Star of the Week - Class Mascots
Coming Soon...
If your child is lucky enough to be awarded this weeks 'Star of the Week' award they will be able to take home their classes' mascot...
Please take them on an adventure and record your adventure through, pictures, writing and anything imaginable on the sheets of paper given to your child...
As our whole school celebration assembly now takes place on Friday you will have the weekend to spend with each mascot.
Please look after our mascots and return them the following Monday, so they are ready to go on an adventure with one of your classmates...
Times Table Rockstars - How to join, start 'jamming' and become the ultimate times table Rock Legend...
In the coming weeks your child will be coming home with a sticker stuck in the inside the front cover of their reading record.
This sticker will contain a unique username and password for your child to log into a website called 'Times Table Rockstars'.
Your child's username will consist of (in most cases) the first three letters of their first name and the first three letters of their surname.
For example:
David Smith would be...
davsmi
The username is always entered using lowercase letters.
Your child's password will be a combination of four different animals
For example:
A zebra, an elephant, a dog and a lion.
To enter the password you just click on the correct animal pictures in the right order.
To login for the first time follow these simple steps:
Open your internet browser (this should work on most tablets, PC's and laptops).
Type in this web address:
http://play.ttrockstars.com/auth/school/student
Here you will see a page asking you to type in a school name or post code...
Please type in:
Barton Junior School or CT16 2ND and click on it when it appears
You will then be able to type in your child's username.
Then CLICK ON PIN - this will take you to the page where you can click the correct combination of animals.
And that's it you're logged in, maybe for the first time...
Now you need to select your Rock Star name before you start learning your times tables, earning coins and gaining a Rockstar status.
Why have we chosen to start this in Year Two?
This software has proved so successful in providing an educational but thoroughly engaging way for the children to learn their times tables. We really value your support and assistance with helping your child log in and the learning of their times tables.
Thank You
Mr Talbert (Aka Miami Velvet) and Mrs Dodrill (Aka )
We are back on SEESAW under our new class names.
We are very excited to be able to share your child's learning and experiences with you.
We are hopefully going to be sending out invites via QR codes to you very soon, please look out for these.
Our P.E day: (Will be updated)
P.E day for year two children is scheduled for.
Please remove your child's earrings on these days - The adults in the school are not allowed to remove any children's earrings. However, if your child can remove them we will provide an envelope to keep them safe.
TERM ONE -
TEACHER LED PE SESSION
Children will need to come to school WEARING their school uniform where they will then change into their PE kit at school.
We will update you throughout the year with any changes to P.E days.
