Kingfisher Class
Teachers: Mrs Beth Casalis (Mon, Tues, Weds) and
Mrs Liz Brading (Weds pm, Thurs, Fri)
Teaching Assistants: Mrs Becky Lyes (mornings and afternoons), Ms Sophie Farmer (mornings) and Miss Evie Byrne (afternoons)
Welcome to our Kingfisher class page.
Maths: In Year 1 children will build on previous Reception experiences and counting within 100. They will compare quantities and part–whole relationships as well as working with numbers 0 to 5.
In Year 2 the children will work with numbers 10 to 100, calculations within 20, fluently add and subtract within 10 and two-digit numbers. They will also have an introduction to multiplication.
English: The children will continue with daily phonics lessons and regular guided reading. We will be focusing on how we can develop a sense of setting in our writing using the talk for writing process. The children will learn to learn the story of ‘A mouse called Maisy’ and adapt this to create our own versions. Following this, we will move on to non-fiction writing where children will learn how to write their own information text about ‘How to look after a pet’. In the second half of this Autumn term we will be writing a recount asking ‘Where did Maisy go?’ and finally writing poetry.
Art: Learning about new drawing and colour techniques. Finding out about the artist Paul Klee. Developing a sketchbook.
DT: Structures. Making a secure stable for a Nativity scene, understanding that structures with a wider base are more stable than ones with a narrow base.
Music: ‘On this island: British songs and sounds’ The children will create sounds to represent three contrasting landscapes: seaside, countryside and city. They will also learn a selection of songs for our Nativity play.
Science: The children will learn about ‘Animals, including humans’, exploring what different animals need to survive and thrive. We are looking forward to a visit to ‘Noah’s Ark zoo farm’ to see an array of animals first hand.
PE: Children will have two PE lessons with Mrs Casalis. Throughout this term children will be taught a range of fundamental skills alongside a focus on Gymnastics, Yoga and Dance.
History and Geography: In history this half term we will be learning about how technology has changed over time. We will focus on forms of communication and entertainment. Children will use a range of sources to think like a historian and find out about what technology was like during different points in the past (get ready for lots of questions from them!)
During the second half of the term, we will move onto our geography unit where we will be learning all about the United Kingdom. Children will be learning about the different countries and capitals within the United Kingdom. They will also start to explore different physical and human features.
RE: Creation: Who made the world? We will explore the creation story from a Christian perspective and find out ways in which we can look after our planet. Christmas -Why does Christmas Matter to Christians? We will look at the ways in which Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus. Including our Nativity performance.
PSHE: During PSHE we will be learning about how to be a good friend in school and talking about our feelings starting the new school year. We will start to identify different feelings, recognise why we might feel like this and how we can deal with different feeling we might have. We will also continue to work on our No Outsiders program. We will use a book to spark discussion to ensure everyone feels welcome in their new class. In the second half of the term, we will focus on feeling safe. We will look at this throughout our anti-bulling week and with regards to online safety.
Computing: Getting ready for computing – We will develop computing skills by getting the laptops out safely, learning about online safety, logging on using class password, logging off and shutting down, open up paint and Word. Creating Media – digital photography: The children will learn to recognise that different devices can be used to capture photographs and will gain experience capturing, editing, and improving photos.
Homework: We ask that children read daily at home and if this isn’t possible then at least four times a week. Please write in their school planners when they have read to you. This will benefit your child across all areas of learning. In Year 2 your child has weekly spellings to learn which are stuck at the back of their planners. We advise practising little and often at home. Thank you for all your support.
Spellings Year 2 Autumn 1 2025 to 26
Library time: Every Wednesday the children will choose a book from our class library to enjoy and share at home.
Homework
Please read daily with your children at home and record this in the reading journal. Children are encouraged to keep the book for 3 nights to develop decoding, fluency and reading with an expressive voice.
Here is a link to questions to ask when listening to your child reading.
Useful Documents and Information
Information power-point from parent information evening – Transition power-point
Strategies for Learning spellings at home.
The Bare Necessities – these are a range of maths games you can play at home
Gallery