Nightingales (Y2)
Miss ThompsonWelcome to Nightingales
Our teacher is Miss Thompson, who is accompanied by Mrs Welsh.
In Year 2 we work hard, always do our best and have fun!
We like to look out for each other and work as a team.
Resources:
Must Reads KS1 master copy
https://spellingframe.co.uk/spelling-rule/2/Year-2
https://www.thereaderteacher.com/year2
Important information:
Our PE day is Tuesday – children come into school wearing their PE kit on this day.
Homework – KS1 – Owls, Robins and Nightingales
Pick and mix autumn 1.pdfSpellings are given out on Monday and expected to be practised regularly during the week. Spelling test is on Friday morning.
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask.
Online Homework and Information
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Christmas Jumper Swap
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KS1 learn to ‘attack and defend’ in PE.
This half term KS1 have been honing their 'attacking and defending' skills in PE, capturing loot and other kinds of treasure whilst evading the protectors of the treasure. Children had to dodge, duck and dance past the defenders to secure some valuable treasure for...
Muddy Clothes in KS1
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Nightingales Travel Back in Time!
Last week, we visited Beamish to learn about toys from the past and how they have changed over time. We were given a very special mission - to test toys for the new toy shop in the 1950's village. We had great fun playing with the toys and discussing which were our...
Gateshead Music Service ‘Jammin’ at Windy Nook
This morning, we were extremely fortunate to have The Gateshead Music Service visit Windy Nook. They played for all the children across two assemblies and got us up on our feet dancing and singing along to some well known classics. Some of the children had the chance...