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
Drama in English
This week in English we have been reading the book 'Over the steamy swamp'. To help them understand the point of view of the characters, the children took part in some drama. Each group acted out and narrated a different section of the story. We all had a lot of fun...
Windy Winners!
The children have continued to work hard and showcase their talents. This week has been 'Science Week' and therefore the focus has been on science with the other award being for a 'Top Effort' Top Effort Top Scientist Dragonflies - Martha Ladybirds - Bronx Owls - Zak...
Schools Parents and Carers Letter 14.05.21
14th May 2021 Dear parents and carers, We’d like to start by thanking you for your efforts and the sacrifices you have made to help combat COVID-19. The relaxation of certain restrictions from May 17th, when new guidance will come into effect is welcome. This updated...
Windy Winners!
It's been another very productive week at Windy Nook. This week the focus has been on a Top Artist with Top Attitude running alongside it! So let's hear it for all our winners. Top Artist Dragonflies – Scarlett Ladybirds - Savannah Owls – Lainey Robins – Ruby...
Street Art in Nightingales
This term in Nightingales we have been looking at some street art. We have specifically focused on the artist Banksy and have tried to recreate some of his work using stencils and paint. The children drew round a stencil and then made it more personal by adding lines,...
Pandemic Heroes…On a Stamp
This week children in KS1 and KS2 have participated in the Royal Mail's stamp competition. The children were tasked with creating a new stamp design which highlighted the heroes of the pandemic. The children created some fantastic designs including images of teachers,...
Hurdling in Athletics Club
This week in Athletics club we have been learning how to jump over hurdles. To start the children just practiced their sprinting technique to make sure they were running quickly. Then they had a practice with just one hurdle and then added another. The children...
Windy Winners!
What another fantastic week it's been in the 'Nook'! The focus has been on writing with children across the school show-casing what they can do with everything from writing narratives to instructions. Congratulations to all our winners from Reception to Year 6: ...
ATTENDANCE and PUNCTUALITY
ATTENDANCE and PUNCTUALITY Dear Parents and Guardians, Well done and thank you for supporting your children throughout our lockdowns and in getting them back into school. I must say it is a pleasure to hear children’s voices and laughter around school and seeing them...
Brilliant Balancing in Year 2
This term in year 2, our second PE lesson is Gymnastics. The last 2 weeks we have been looking at different balances. Last week, we tried a number of 3 and 4 point balances and this week we went on to challenge ourselves to do a 2 point balance. The children have been...
Gateshead Music Service Parent Consultation
Gateshead Music Service is seeking parent/carer views for Music Education for all children across the Local Authority Dear Parent/Carer, Gateshead Music Service delivers instrumental tuition in over 50 schools across the Local Authority and we are seeking the views of...
Windy Winners!
This week we've had a Geography focus in school. The children have learned some amazing information about the water cycle and the increasing awareness of water efficiency. So, it's a huge well done to all our winners this week. Geography Dragonflies - Yomna Ladybirds...