Welcome to Nightingales
Teachers: Miss Thompson, Mrs Welsh and Mrs McDonald
Welcome to Nightingales!
Welcome to Nightingales! We want our classroom to be a happy, friendly place where children are encouraged to feel confident, cared for and excited about learning. In Nightingales, we love celebrating achievements, supporting one another and helping every child to do their very best. We look forward to sharing lots of wonderful learning experiences and making happy memories together throughout the year!
Year 2 Homework
Homework is set every Friday and should be completed and returned by the following Thursday. Year 2 children will complete activities from their CPG books, alternating weekly between Maths and English tasks.
Year 1 Homework
During the first term, Year 1 children will take part in a ‘Pick and Mix’ style homework programme. Each week, children can choose an activity they would like to complete. Homework will be given out on a Friday and should be returned by the following Thursday.
Spellings
A spelling overview will be sent home at the beginning of each half term, outlining all the spellings children will be learning. Children will also receive a weekly spelling list containing that week’s focus words. Regular practice at home will help children to become confident and successful spellers.
Reading
Children should read at home every day for a minimum of 10 to 15 minutes.
Daily reading is vital for developing children’s fluency, vocabulary and comprehension skills. We encourage families to make reading a regular and enjoyable part of their child’s daily routine.
PE
PE Day: Wednesday
This term, PE lessons will be taught by Mr Peden. Please ensure that children have the correct PE kit in school each week.
We appreciate your support and look forward to working together to help every child achieve their very best.
Resources:
Must Reads KS1 master copy
https://spellingframe.co.uk/spelling-rule/2/Year-2
https://www.thereaderteacher.com/year2
Year 2 Homework
English Homework - Page 44 Remember to practise reading. Spellings can be practised by logging in to Spelling Shed. Maths Homework – Column subtraction worksheet Times Tables Test 2x 5x 10x next Friday. Your child has their new TT Rockstar login in their Maths...
Year 2 Homework 19.1.24
English Homework – Page 48 Remember to practise reading. Spellings can be practised by logging in to Spelling Shed. Maths Homework – Your child will be given a worksheet to practise column addition. The example will help your child to remember the method they have...
Windy Winners!
A huge well done to all of our winners last week! Top Growth Mindset and Top Mathematician. Class Top Growth Mindset Top Mathematician Robins Rosie Elo Owls Ollie Elliott Nightingales Cole Isabelle Bluebells Rhiannon FInlay Tulips Amelia ...
Interviewing a leader
KS1 have been learning all about leaders during RE. The children discussed different leaders of male and female such as the Queen, Nelson Mandela, Churchill, Harry Kane and Leah Williamson. They discussed what makes a good leader and what they have to do. The children...
Anthony Gormley in KS1
The children have loved learning all about Anthony Gormley and the Angel of the North. Over the half term the children have found out about how he was inspired by a guardian angel, they looked at different shape and form using wooden blocks, cubes and lego, then...
Year 2 Homework
English Homework - Page 50 Remember to practise reading. Spellings can be practised by logging in to Spelling Shed. Maths Homework – Page 8. Times Tables Test 2x 5x 10x next Friday. Your child has their new TT Rockstar login in their Maths homework book. Homework...
Christmas Singalong at the Nook!
This afternoon we took part in our annual Christmas singalong. The whole school gathered in the hall to sing some classic Christmas songs and shake some bells along to it. The children all had a fantastic time and it really got us all in the festive spirit. Merry...
Key Stage One Christmas Party
Key Stage One had a fantastic afternoon at their Christmas party today. The children all looked fantastic in their beautiful outfits. We had a great time dancing our socks off, playing party games and eating ice cream! Santa also left presents for us all as we are all...
Dip and Dab!
Today, KS1 and 2 had a visit from Dip and Dab from the BigFoot Arts Company. They put on a hilarious panto for the children and everyone joined in to have a fantastic time. Thank you to all of the parents and carers for your contributions to allow us to give the...
Co-Op Keeping KS1 Safe
KS1 children were lucky enough to receive some reflective armbands from the Co-Op to help keep them safe during the winter. We discussed with the children how important it is to keep safe during when crossing the roads and to wear bright, reflective clothing. Article...
Year 2 Homework 8.12.23
English Homework – Page 7. Remember to practise reading. Spellings can be practised by logging in to Spelling Shed. Maths Homework – Page 52. Practise 2,3,5 and 10 times tables. Homework needs to be in by Wednesday 13th December. All login details are in Homework...
Christingles in KS1 and LKS2
This week, we have been lucky enough to have Reverend Danie and John visit us from St Alban's Church. They came into our classes to talk to us about light at Christmas time. We found out that Christians believe Jesus is the light of the world and they taught us a song...