In Fox class we have children in Year Two, Year Three, and Year Four.
Class Teachers:
- Miss Mayne
- Mr. North (PPA cover, Wednesday either AM or PM)
Class Teaching Assistants:
- Mrs Cox (Monday – Thursday)
- Miss Cross (Monday – Friday)
Class overview:
Our topic for Summer 1 is: Earthquakes and volcanos. We will be answering our key question of: How can we live safely in areas prone to earthquakes and volcanoes?
Rocks, Soil and Fossils – Science
This term in Science, we will be investigating the fascinating world beneath our feet as we explore rocks, soil, and fossils. The children will learn how different types of rocks are formed, how soil is made, and how fossils can give us clues about life millions of years ago.
Through hands-on experiments and investigations, we’ll examine the properties of various rocks, explore how soil supports plant life, and discover how fossils are formed and what they can tell us about the past.
It promises to be a term full of exciting discoveries and curious questions!
Natural Sculpture – DT & Forest School
This term in DT and Forest School, we will be exploring the fascinating world of Natural Sculpture. Inspired by the incredible work of British artist Andy Goldsworthy, the children will research his unique style, techniques, and use of natural materials.
Using what we learn, we’ll head outdoors to collect a variety of natural resources – such as leaves, twigs, stones, and petals – and use them to design and create our own beautiful, temporary sculptures. This exciting topic encourages creativity, teamwork, and a deeper connection with the natural world around us.
This term, in Music the children will be developing their musical skills as they begin learning to play the keyboard. Through fun, hands-on lessons, they will explore how to use both hands to play simple melodies and rhythms, while also learning about the names of the notes and where they are on the keyboard.
As their confidence grows, they will begin to read basic music notation and play familiar tunes. Lessons will also focus on listening skills, coordination, and working together as a group. It’s a fantastic opportunity for the children to express themselves creatively and discover the joy of making music!
In PSHE we will be looking into money matters. This unit aims to encourage children to think about where money comes from and how it can be used. Children will discuss how we spend money, why people might need to borrow money and the consequences of this. Children will begin to explore how we can prioritize what we spend money on and what choices we have, including environmental considerations of wider spending. Through this unit of learning, children will also consider what influences their spending and how we can keep track of what
we spend.
Home Learning
| PDF Document | Approx Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Home Learning Pack | 1.8mb | 2023 |
| Year 1 Practical Ideas | 680kb | 2023 |
| Year 2 Home Learning Pack | 1.5mb | 2023 |
| Year 2 Practical Ideas | 635kb | 2023 |
Useful Websites
- Lots of books to read here – In case you have run out of books to read.
- Even more books to read here – Just in case you have run out of books.