Sycamore Tree- Year 1/2 2025 - 2026

Welcome to Sycamore Tree Class!      

Welcome back! I hope you all had an enjoyable summer break and are looking forward to the new academic year ahead!

Have a read through our welcome letter and curriculum overview to see all the exciting things we have planned for the Autumn Term. These are in our files section below.   

On this page, you will find some useful information about the term ahead and any key messages that you need to be aware of.  If you scroll to the bottom of the page, you will see our class Twitter feed and link to Google Classroom. We love to use Twitter to share some of the excellent things going on in class and will use Google Classroom to support learning at home - spellings, homework and useful documents will be uploaded and made available on there.  If you are on Twitter, please follow @sycamore_tree1 to see regular updates.

We are set to have a great term and have some really exciting things planned and lots of new things to learn about. As always it is important that we work in partnership to ensure the very best for your children. If you have any queries or need some support, please do not hesitate speak to me at the end of the day, phone or arrange an appointment. 

Kind regards,

Miss Humphreys 👩‍🏫

Maths

During our Maths lessons we will begin by focusing on place value and we will start with identify the value of each digit in a number before moving on to using place value charts and writing numbers in words. Later in the term we will begin to focus on addition and subtraction and using our number bond knowledge.

English

Throughout the term, the children will explore a range of stimuli to inspire and engage their writing. As this is our first term together, we always start with 'Together We Learn and Grow' and our focus is based on the book 'The Dot'. 'The Dot' by Peter H. Reynolds is a short children's book about a girl named Vashti who thinks she can’t draw. Her teacher encourages her to just 'make a mark and see where it takes you.' Vashti starts by drawing a simple dot, and from there, she gains confidence and creativity. 

Science

This term for Science, the children will be learning about ‘Animals Including Humans;. We will be learning to identify and name common plants and animals in our environment. We’ll also explore different types of animals, including carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores. As part of our learning, we will then learn how to describe and compare animals by examining their body parts and features to understand how they live and survive.

History

This term in History, we will explore the question: 'How Has Transport changed Over Time?'. We will focus on how different types of transport have changed over the last 100 years, exploring the reasons behind these changes—such as new technology and growing populations—and looking at the impact these developments have had on our world, including the environment and the way people live and travel.

Geography

Our first Geography unit is exploring the question 'Can Meerkats Live in the North Pole?'. We will be using maps, atlases, and globes to locate the equator, as well as the North and South Poles. We’ll explore what these regions are like, including their weather and climate, and learn about the animals that live there and how they adapt to their unique habitats.

Homework - This term, homework will be sent home on a Friday at the end of each week and is to be returned to school the following Wednesday. If you require any help or support with this, please just ask. Thanks for your support. 

PE - This term, our PE is on a Tuesday  and Thursday. As in previous years, children can come to school in their PE kits. Please ensre children are in their correct kit as last year, clothing such as football shirts and other brightly coloured shirts started to be worn in some classes. It is also important children have appropriate footwear and a warm, hooded jacket or coat to keep them warm in colder weather. 

Google Classrooms - Please log in to Google Classrooms and use the invite code in your child's diary. This is where our homework is posted, and any additional links you may want to use for your child will be uploaded there too!

Useful Links

Please find some useful links below.