Here's where our learning journey begins! 

The biggest transition from Reception to Year One is moving towards whole class teaching. Learning is fun, engaging and in small chunks where we build the children's stamina, perseverance and independence. 

Here is what we are learning in Autumn One:

Writing

A little clue into what book the children will be learning this half term: 

The children will learn the structure of a fairy tale, how to sequence a story, write simple sentences independently, use the correct punctuation (capital letters, finger spaces and full stops) and using conjunctions (and) in their sentences. This will all lead up to the children writing their own story. 

Maths

This half term we will be focusing on Place Value and developing the children's mathematical fluency with numbers within 10. This will entail showing numbers using a variety of representations including, pictures, symbols, concrete manipulatives and objects. The children will be given the opportunity to delve deeper by applying their knowledge in a range of problem solving and investigative scenarios. Each week we will be doing an outdoor Maths lesson during Forest School to bring more meaning to their learning with links to the real world.

Reading and Phonics

Phonics is taught every day in 20 minute sessions using the Little Wandle Scheme. Phonics activities are engaging, practical and most of all fun! For the first few weeks we will be visiting phase 3 phonemes to ensure all children are confident at recognising and applying these graphemes in both their reading and writing. Then we will move onto Phase 4 sounds which include blends and clusters.

In Reading we will also be using the Little Wandle scheme. Your child will have the opportunity to read as part of a group and independently. Reading will take place 3 times a week on Monday - Wednesday. Monday involves learning the sounds in the book and focuses on word reading; Tuesday focuses on reading with expression and Wednesday focuses on reading comprehension to improve their understanding of what they are reading.

Science

In Science we will be looking at Animals and Humans with a focus on our bodies. This will involve naming a variety of animals and looking at animal groups, labelling animal (including humans) body parts and features, animals and their offspring and the basic needs of animals and humans.

Religious Education

Religious Education this half term will focus on the parable of the Prodigal Son and the theme of forgiveness.  We will learn the story and have lots of discussion about forgiveness; how we show it, why it is important and how we are following God's example by forgiving others.

History

The children will be stepping back in time and learning about settlements, travel and exploration through the invention of the steam engine and the Great Fire of London. Learning will be brought to life to enable the children to understand the impacts these events had on society at the time and on the modern world.

Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE)

With the start of a new school year bring an exciting opportunity for all pupils. Who will be voted class representatives on the School Council? Children will think carefully about what skills and attributes they have and set out their reasons for why they believe they should be voted for. Everyone will be given the opportunity to cast their vote, the two children with the most votes will take on the honourable responsibility. We will also discuss how rules help to keep us safe and ensure we are a happy and thriving bubble!                         

Art and Design

This half term, we will be learning about warm and cool colours, as well as how to mix new shades by combining colours.  We will then apply our understanding of colour to create some amazing seaside art.  

Design and Technology

We will be investigating the world of fabric this half term. After developing their understanding of textiles and how their features make them suitable for certain jobs, the children will design, make and evaluate their very own creation of a fabric face.

Physical Education

Physical Education will focus on aim and control this half term.  We will be practising stopping and starting, ball control through aiming for targets - including strength, speed and direction, team work, sportsmanship and following rules.