Year 2
Year 2 Latest News
13.12.24
This week Year 2 have had a great week with showing our grownups our Christmas performance. We were so proud that all our hard work had paid off. Within our Maths learning this week, we have been looking at division and multiplication understanding what inverse means. In our English we have been innovating our text The Vampire Dragon. We have enjoyed learning all about Judaism in our RE day and the rules that Jewish people live by.
06.12.24
We have been extremely busy in Year 2 this week! In maths we have been exploring how knowing our multiplication facts helps us with our division and have been using these to help us build number families.
In our writing this week, we have been writing our own questions that we like to ask our dragon.
In science, we continue to investigate plants and are correctly naming the steps from seed to plant. Finally in geography, we have been thinking about different climates, particularly very hot and very cold. We had great fun thinking about what we would need if we were to travel to those destinations.
29.11.24
Year 2 have had a great week in writing looking in more detail at non-fiction texts and the use of sub-headings. We have used our research skills to find facts on dragons to fit with the correct subheadings.
In maths, we have continued to look at multiplication we have used arrays, rolling numbers and number sticks to help with our learning.
Within science, we have looked at the fruit that we eat and the seeds that come from these. Geography has been all about the different continents of the world.
22.11.24
Year 2 have had a great week in writing looking in more detail at non-fiction texts and the use of sub-headings. We have used our research skills to find facts on dragons to fit with the correct subheadings. In maths we have continued to look at multiplication we have used arrays, rolling numbers and number sticks to help with our learning.
Within science we have looked at the fruit that we eat and the seeds that come from these. Geography has been all about the different continents of the world.
15.11.24
This week, Year 2 have had a great week with the celebration of Spring Lane turning 150 years old. We had a great day with celebration themed maths and English and then making party decorations for our celebration.
In English, we have started our new text 'The Vampire Dragon', we have enjoyed coming up with actions and images for our text map. In maths we have been focusing on our 2 and 5 times tables, we have had lots of fun using rolling numbers and counting sticks. Science this week we looked at plants, discussing which plants are edible and which are not.
25.10.25
Year 2 have had a fantastic week looking at our poem '10 Things in a Dragons Pocket', we created actions and imaged to represent the poem and looked into the meaning of the words in the poem and synonyms for the different adjectives. We ended the week with exploring rhyming words.
Within our maths learning we have looking at column subtraction with renaming, we used lots of practical resources to help support our learning and to "knock on the door".
We have also spent some time looking at Black History in the UK, we looked at significant people in Black History and ordered them chronologically.
We ended the week with a visit from 'The Life Education Bus' and we have a workshop on our feelings.
18.10.24
This week has been an exciting journey of creativity and exploration! In English, we took our first steps into poetry by crafting imaginative poems about dragons. The students embraced their creativity, weaving together vivid imagery and emotion.
In Maths, we focused on simple subtraction, using concrete resources like counters, alongside pictorial methods and abstract learning. This hands-on approach helped solidify their understanding of the concepts.
Our science lesson was particularly fun as we designed our own swimming pools! We investigated different materials to determine which were waterproof, sparking curiosity and practical thinking.
Finally, in history, we delved into the fascinating life of Queen Victoria. Students researched her reign, learning about her impact as our royal monarch. This week has truly been a blend of creativity, practical skills, and historical discovery, making for a rich and engaging learning experience!
11.10.24
The children have made immense progress with their writing as they have produced a phenomenal independent write whilst also focusing on their presentation. With this being their first independent write this academic year, their teachers are truly proud of what they have accomplished and produced in their writing books. See our photos to see our exceptional writing from Year 2.
In our maths lessons, we have continued our calculation of column addition by adding to two-digit numbers with two-digit numbers. Furthermore, we have challenged the children add two-digit numbers by renaming. It has been a challenging concept as this is the first time they have been exposed to this. However, they have truly been resilient to grasp the concept.
Our history learning objective have been based on understanding the similarity and difference between King Charles and King Henry. The children were able to explain verbally as well as write a comparison between the two.
27.09.24
In English, we’ve been innovating the story of "Anna and the Greedy Wolf." The children explored how to describe the time of day and weather, enhancing their storytelling skills with vivid details.
In maths, we recapped our understanding of tens and ones and began introducing addition. Through hands-on activities, the children are developing a solid foundation in these essential concepts.
Our science lessons continued to focus on materials, where students learned to identify and categorize different types, fostering their curiosity about the world around them.
In history, we delved into timelines, focusing on our royal family. The students gained a better understanding of historical events and their significance.
20.09.24
This week in Year 2, in our history lessons we have been learning all about the timeline of the British monarchy and our different Kings and Queens. We had a treasure hunt around the school to find the different monarchs and put them in the correct chronological order. Within our science, we have looked at the properties of different materials and their uses.
Our maths learning this week has been about counting forwards and backwards in our 2, 5, and 10s. We used lots of concrete resources to help us with this and practiced our times tables using rolling numbers.
Within our English we have been looking at verbs, adverbs and adjectives, understanding their meaning and using these to uplevel sentences from the story of Kassim and the Greedy Dragon.
13.09.24
As we settle into the new school year, we’re thrilled to share how seamlessly the children have transitioned back into their learning routines. In English, our focus on the captivating story "Kassim and the Greedy Dragon" has truly captured the students' imaginations. They are actively engaged and enthusiastically participating in discussions. In Maths, we’ve been diving into place values with hands-on activities using concrete resources like base-ten blocks and place value mats, which have proven to be both effective and enjoyable for the students.
Our topic of study, "Kings and Queens," has sparked curiosity as we explore the intriguing question, "What is the role of a monarch?" The children are developing a deeper understanding of history and the significance of leadership. Additionally, our PSHE lessons are grounded in our core school values: Resilience, Integrity, and Respect. Through various activities and reflections, the students are learning to embody these principles in their daily interactions, fostering a supportive and respectful learning environment. Overall, it’s been a fantastic start to the year, and we’re excited to continue this journey of growth and discovery with our students.
