We will continue our learning into place value up to 100, the children will be learning how to practise counting to 100 and building on their knowledge of place value to 50 from the Spring term. Then we will be learning all things time. The children will be learning O’clock and half past. We will be learning to recognise coins and learning to count money. We can’t wait!  

Within our English lessons, we will be continuing to write sentences accurately by ensuring the correct grammar is included. We are focussing on letter formation using the Read Write inc handwriting rhymes and where they sit on the handwriting lines. In grammar, we will be teaching basic punctuation and applying this independently in our writing. In Read Write inc, daily speed sound lessons we will be consolidating set 2 and look at set 3 sounds.   

In science, we will be revisiting plants and animals. We will be ensuring the children have a strong knowledge of the plant and its different parts and what it needs to survive. We will also be revisiting animals and their habitats and recapping the different animal groups.  

History - Significant People

In History, we are going to continue exploring the lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements. We will specifically look in more depth into Tim Peake, Neil Armstrong, Mae Jemison and Bernard Harris Jr. We will be exploring all things space and beyond!  

Geography 

In Geography, we will then be starting our final topic of identifying the location of hot and cold areas around the world in relation to the Equator and the North and South Poles. We will also be learning the names of the oceans and continents using lots of fun songs!  

This half term, in PE one of our focus’ is going to be Athletics. This will be in preparation for Sports day. We will learn how to work as a team, become confident communicators and earn team points through a range of athletic activities and races such as hurdles, sprinting and throwing.  

 Our second focus will be rounders. In Rounders, the children will build their striking and fielding abilities. They'll practise batting techniques, learn to bowl, and develop catching and throwing skills. We love rounders! 

At Maltby Manor Academy, we are committed to supporting your child's learning at home. In Key Stage 1, our homework is designed to develop essential skills and nurture a love of learning. 

Here’s what to expect: 

• Daily Reading – Please read with your child every day and record this in their planner. Regular reading at home helps build fluency, comprehension, and a love of books. 

• RWI Sounds– Your child will receive spelling activities based on the Read Write Inc. program to develop confident and accurate spelling.  

• Curriculum Homework Menu – A variety of creative and engaging tasks linked to your child’s current topics, giving them the chance to explore and learn in different ways.