Year 1/2 (Air Class)

Welcome to Air Class!

2024-2025

Below you can find some key information about what we will be learning together this half-term.

If you need to get in contact with me as class teacher, please use our class email address: air@gkglt.co.uk

You can expect a response within 2 working days.

If there is anything that needs my immediate attention, please contact the office

PE is continued to be timetabled for Monday and Friday. Please wear PE kit on these days.  Please check our uniform policy to ensure your child is appropriately and safely dressed to participate in P.E. 

Our Topic: History- How did we learn to fly?

In this unit, students will explore the history of flight, focusing on key events and their impact on society. They will examine how significant milestones, such as the first successful flight by the Wright brothers, have shaped the world. Students will also learn to ask insightful questions about historical people and events to deepen their understanding. By using primary sources, like photos and articles, they will gather information about the past. Additionally, they will practice organizing historical events in the correct order on a timeline, helping them develop a better sense of chronology and historical context.

During this half term within our subjects we will be focusing on the following:

• English: Writing a warning story with a focus on character. Model Text: Little Red Riding Hood 
• Maths: 
• Year 1: Addition and Subtraction/ Shapes (geometry) 

       Year 2: Addition and Subtraction/ Shapes (geometry) 

• Science: Uses of everyday materials. We will be comparing the suitability of materials by carrying out tests and recording data.

• Learning For Life: Health and Wellbeing n this unit, students will explore their emotions, learning to recognize and describe different feelings and the situations that might cause them. They will reflect on their own strengths and qualities, identifying areas they'd like to improve. The unit also covers the importance of a bedtime routine and how sleep impacts our overall health and mental functions. Students will learn about relaxation techniques to manage difficult emotions and understand how rest helps the body and mind. In addition, they will gain knowledge about hygiene, including how germs spread and how to wash hands properly. The unit emphasizes sun safety and teaches students three key actions to protect themselves outdoors.
• R.E: Big Question- How do Christians celebrate together?
• Music: Pitch (Theme: Superheros)In this unit, students will explore musical concepts such as high and low notes, learning to identify and perform them. They will create and perform two-note and three-note patterns, experimenting with changes in tempo. Students will work together in groups, contributing musical ideas and cooperating to prepare and perform a piece. They will develop an understanding of tempo and pitch, discussing these elements and giving feedback on group performances. Throughout the unit, students will practice following instructions during performances, building both their musical skills and their ability to collaborate with others in a musical setting.

Key Information:

Sports:

PE is timetabled every Monday and Friday. The children should come to school in their PE kits on these days.

Homework/Home Learning:

Content to follow

Other:

Smokey Row is timetabled for Tuesday afternoon, weather and adult ratio dependent.