Ash Class- Year 1
Welcome to Ash Class!
Welcome to Ash Class. Thank you for taking the time to visit our class page. Year 1 is such a fantastic year, full of wonder, curiosity and joy! Throughout the year, children will be enthrawlled with learning, experiences and fun.
What will my child be learning about this half term?
Year 1 are busy learning lots of exciting new things. In History, we are learning about influential females who help change the world and why they are important. In Science, we are exploring different materials and discovering how they are used in everyday objects. In Art, we are creating bright digital artwork inspired by Vincent Van Gogh, using colours and patterns to express our ideas. In English, we are enjoying reading Hermelin the Detective Mouse and using the story to help us with our writing. In Phonics, we are learning Phase 3 and Phase 4 sounds and practising blending them to read increasingly longer words. In Computing, we are becoming comic creators by designing our own comics on the computer. In RE, we are learning about Islam and finding out about what Muslims believe and how they practise their faith.
When will my child have PE?
PE Days are currently Wednesday and Thursday.
Please ensure your child is wearing full PE kit on these days. See the uniform page on our website for more details.
(https://www.eaves.st-helens.sch.uk/page/school-uniform/161792)
What homework will my child get?
Homework is given weekly and will reflect learning children have done that week in class. All homework is given on a Friday in their homework book and should be returned to class by the following Wednesday.
The homework will feature instructions on how to complete and should be completed independently by the child where possible.
Why is reading so important?
Reading is an integral part of your child's learning. Each Friday your child will come home with a reading book reflective of their current phonological understanding. Please aim to read with your child a minimum of 4 times over the week, noting this in their reading diary. A short comment regarding progress, any tricky sounds/words or general feedback can be included to inform the class teacher.
Alongside this, your child will access the whole school library each week. They will choose a 'reading for pleasure' book to be brought home. This book is not for the child to read independently, but to be shared alongside a grown-up or sibling to reinforce a love for reading and immerse them into a variety of genres, settings and characters. There is no expectation to write a comment about this book in your child's diary.
Phonics
Eaves uses the Little Wandle scheme to teach high quality phonics. The resources on the right will help you support your child with saying their sounds and writing their letters. There are lots of useful videos so you can see how we teach phonics at school and feel confident about supporting their reading at home.
Useful links for Year 1
Year 1 spelling list:
https://home.oxfordowl.co.uk/english/primary-spelling/spelling-year-1-age-5-6/
Recommended reading books for Year 1 children:
https://schoolreadinglist.co.uk/reading-lists-for-ks1-school-pupils/year-1/
Year 1 BBC Bitesize
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/levels/zjpqqp3
Year 1 Timetable
Below is a typical weekly timetable for our Year 1 class; however, please note that lesson times and activities may vary from week to week to respond to curriculum needs and enrichment opportunities.