Hazel (Year 1/2)
Class teacher: Miss Campbell
Teaching assistants: Mrs Mason, Mrs Gould and Mrs Williams.
Reading/Phonics
Phonics lessons happens first thing every day for 30 minutes. We follow the Sounds Write phonics programme.
It is important that you hear your child read at least three/four times a week and comment in their reading records. As a parent, you are your child's first and most important teacher. When you help your child learn to read, you are opening the door to a world of books and learning. Reading aloud to children is the best way to get them interested in reading. Before long they will grow to love stories and books. Eventually they will want to read on their own. With the help of parents, children can learn how to read and can practise reading until they can read for their own enjoyment. Then they will have a whole world of information and knowledge at their fingertips!
Topic
Our geography based topic this term is called 'Seaside'. Please see the attached knowledge organiser and topic web for further information about which key questions we will be aiming to answer by the end of the topic.
seas and coasts geography knowledge organiser.pdf
P.E
This term our P.E day is on a Wednesday. Children should bring their P.E kits in at the start of term and keep them in school on their peg.
Snack
KS1 children are offered a piece of fruit or raw vegetable (funded by the Government) as a healthy snack, promoting commitment to healthy living. However if your child would prefer to bring their own snack please feel free to do so! (fruit or vegetables only please).
Homework
Homework challenges are now sent home termly rather than weekly via Classroom Dojo. This will contain a mix of English, Maths & creative tasks. Children are expected to complete at least one (or as many) of the tasks each term. All work will be celebrated at end-of-term showcases!
Communication
We will have a Classroom Dojo page where we will share information about events and activities happening in class. We also endeavour to update our 'class stories' each week, this will give you a snapshot into the learning that your child is taking part in. It can also be used to message the class teachers. Please be mindful we will only message back during reasonable hours.
Please remember we are always available to speak to on the door before and after school – do approach us if you have any questions or concerns. If you need to speak to me at any point about any aspect of your child's school life then please don't hesitate to ask for an appointment, call the school or email me at hazel@bellefield.wilts.sch.uk
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