Welcome 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
Spellings 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.
Maths
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...
A visit from Angela’s Ark
This half term, KS1 have been learning about animals. We learned that scientists group animals based on different things. For example; what they eat, their body parts, their habitat etc. To help us with this topic, we had a visit from Angela's Ark. Angela brought...
Windy Winners!
Our latest Windy Winners awards: Class Top Growth Mindset Top Computer Scientist Dragonflies Polly Charlie Ladybirds Flynn Millie Owls Ayla Theo Nightingales Bluebells Sophie Bronx Tulips Kai Zak Snowdrops James ...
Anti Bullying and NSPCC Workshops
Last week, children across the school celebrated anti-bullying week by completing a number of activities to 'make a noise' about bullying. KS2 children also took part in Speak Out Stay Safe workshops delivered by volunteers from the NSPCC to learn about bullying and...
Road Safety Week
This week, children have been learning all about the dangers of the road and how to stay safe as pedestrians/cyclists. We had some workshops on Road Safety delivered by Tyne and Wear Safety, assemblies with Living Streets to learn about the importance of walking to...
Year 2 Homework 24.11.23
English Homework – Page 21. Remember to practise reading. Spellings can be practised by logging in to Spelling Shed. Maths Homework – Page 37. Times Tables Test Mixed 2x, 5x, 3x, 10x Friday 1st December Homework needs to be in by Wednesday 29th November. All login...
Support for Families in Gateshead
Please click on the links below for some information regarding supporting families within the Gateshead area. Should you require a paper version then please just ask at reception. Early help leaflet offer Early help offer Gateshead family hubs offer Henry information...
Year 2 Homework 17.11.23
English Homework – Page 8 Remember to practise reading. Spellings can be practised by logging in to Spelling Shed. Maths Homework – Page 22 Times Tables Test Mixed 2x, 5x, 3x, 10x Friday 24th November Homework needs to be in by Wednesday 22nd November All login...
KS1 have a visit from That History Bloke
What an amazing experience the children have had this week in history with a visit form That History Bloke. Linked to this half terms topic The Great Fire of Gateshead & Newcastle the children were able to find out lots of super facts of when and how it started...