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Sep 20
Frog and Stranger – English
Due to a technical issue we have been unable to upload photographs this week. Over the past few weeks, we’ve been diving into the wonderful world of Frog and Stranger. This book has not only sparked our imaginations but have also helped us become stronger writers! In class, we’ve been working hard on writing single …
Sep 11
Welcome to Year 2!
Exciting Start to Year 2: Firefighters Visit and Great Fire of London Learning We are thrilled to welcome our Year 2 children into Swan and Heron classes this term! It’s been an exciting first week back, packed with engaging learning experiences that have sparked curiosity and enthusiasm. A highlight of the week was a special …
Jul 15
Well done, Year 2!
🌟 Looking Back on a Wonderful Year in Year 2! 🌟 What a fantastic year it has been in Year 2! As we reach the end of the school year, it’s amazing to look back and see just how much the children have grown – not only in their learning but also in their confidence, …
Jul 03
🕍⛪🕌 Discovering Religious Artefacts
This term in Year 2, we have been exploring religious artefacts from three major world religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Our focus has been on recognising and understanding some of the special objects used in these faiths and why they are important. We’ve spent time drawing, writing about, and discussing a variety of artefacts. This …
Jun 26
🌟 Exploring Symmetry in Year 2! 🌟
This week in Year 2, we’ve been learning all about symmetry — and what an exciting topic it’s been! What Is Symmetry? We discovered that symmetry is when something looks the same on both sides — like a perfect match! We talked about the line of symmetry, which is an invisible line you can draw …
Jun 19
🌟 Significant People in History: Rosa Parks, Marcus Rashford & Greta Thunberg 🌟
Throughout history, there have been brave individuals who stood up for what they believed in and made a lasting impact on the world. In our recent topic, we explored the lives of three such inspiring people: Rosa Parks, Marcus Rashford, and Greta Thunberg. 🚌 Rosa Parks – The Mother of the Civil Rights Movement In …
Jun 12
A Magical Day at the Roald Dahl Children’s Gallery – Aylesbury, Bucks Museum
If you’re a fan of Roald Dahl’s magical stories and looking for a hands-on adventure that brings them to life, the Roald Dahl Children’s Gallery in Aylesbury is a must-visit. Recently, we spent a day exploring this treasure trove of creativity and imagination, and it was nothing short of gloriumptious! Crafting Our Way into Dahl’s …
Jun 05
Soaring Through History: DT Meets the Wright Brothers
This week in Year 2, our classroom transformed into an aircraft hangar as we took to the skies—through design and technology! Building on our History of Flight topic, where we learned about the incredible achievements of the Wright brothers, we explored the design of early aircraft and brought our own flying machines to life. The …
May 22
🌿 Year 2 Science Learning: Exploring Habitats and Food Chains 🐾
This term in Year 2, we’ve had a fantastic time diving into the wonderful world of habitats and food chains! 🌍🐛🦊 🏡 What is a Habitat? We started by learning that a habitat is a place where animals and plants live. Different animals live in different habitats, depending on what they need to survive — …
May 15
Division and multiplication
Understanding Division in Year 2 This week in Year 2, we’ve been diving into the world of division—and it’s been a lot of fun! We’ve explored different ways to divide, helping us to understand what it means to share and group numbers. Here’s a little peek into what we’ve been learning and how you can …