Welcome to Owl Class
In the Owl Class, we welcome children into a warm, exciting and creative learning environment. Our aim is for all children to be happy, engaged and really enjoy their learning, allowing them to make progress and reach their potential.
Our Team
Miss Nyazika and Mrs Williams are the Class Teachers, alongside Mrs Doe and Mrs Smith, the Teaching Assistants.
Autumn
English
To start this term we will be studying a fiction book called ‘Little Rabbit Foofoo’. This book links well with our geography topic. By the end of the unit the children will be giving a dramatic retelling of the story. We will also be studying a poetry unit called ‘Carnival of the Animals’ which we link to the classical music by Camille Saint-Saens. Our final unit will be creating a non-fiction fact file about animals.
Reading
Reading at home is a crucial element to a child's learning and progress. Reading broadens vocabulary and helps in the development of quality writing. Children are expected to read every day for between five and ten minutes. It is essential that you find time to listen to your child read. During reading sessions with your child, please do ask them questions related to what they are reading. We have attached examples of questions for you.
Reading books will start coming home as of the first full week back in school. Initially books will be changed as necessary. Please remind your child to put their books to be changed in the ‘book change box’ as they walk into class that morning. In Year 1, books will be changed once we have seen evidence in your child’s reading record that they have read their book at least 3 times.
The first read- This is for fluency; meant to maintain or improve phonics.
The second read- This is for comprehension; you can ask your child questions to check their understanding of the text (these are the examples we attached)
The third read- This is for expression; show your child how to read each sentence with expression, let them have a go too. We want them to try to apply expression independently by the end of the year.
The daily reading records are for any book they have read, including books from home, not just a school provided book. Please remember to record when your child has read as this is really helpful to us.
Group guided reading sessions, focusing on comprehension, take place on a regular basis in class although children will be heard on a rotation so they will not be read with every day. On a day where their group is not reading, the children will have the opportunity to read independently or complete a separate reading or phonic activity.
Maths
In maths we will start with addition and subtraction (within 20) and then move on place value (within 50) to include learning and consolidation multiples of 2, 5 &10. We will also be learning about length, height, weight and volume using a variety of practical resources and lessons.
Geography – Around the World
Our geography topic is Around the World. Some of our focus will be on landmarks and food. We will also be looking at the animal kingdom and which continents different animals come from. During this topic will be linking much of our work with other subjects being taught this term. Please see our Knowledge Map below.
Science
This term we are studying materials. We will be looking at everyday materials including wood, plastic, metal, water and rock. Your children will learn to identify and name everyday materials and will have the opportunity to explore the properties of these materials through investigation and experimenting.
R.E.
Our key question is ‘Who made the World?’ This term we are looking at the Creation. We will be considering how God created the universe and how the Earth and everything in it is important to God.
P.E.
Owls PE days are Monday and Thursday. PE kits should remain in school every day in case we do PE. The list of expected PE kit can be found on the school website.
No jewellery is permitted; however, we understand sometimes children have their ears pierced. If that is the case for your child, please provide micropore tape in a small container to be kept in their PE bag. We will ensure their earrings are covered with this tape for each PE session.
Homework
Reading every day for at least 5 to 10 minutes a day is their homework for the first half of the Autumn term. After half term, we will introduce spellings as well. In the spring term, we will further introduce an online maths activity. All homework will be sent out on a Friday, to be returned the following Wednesday.
Trips
We are planning a trip to Whipsnade Zoo closer to the end of the Spring term. More details to follow.
Class Owl
We have a class owl called ‘Einstein’, who would like to spend each week with a different child. He comes with his own diary to record what he has been up to with the children. There is no expectation that you have to complete a special activity whilst ‘Einstein’ is visiting you, but please try to encourage the children to record a small piece of writing about their week together.
Parent Partnership
We strongly believe in working closely with parents to ensure all children have a positive and successful experience in their education. We welcome any information you can share about your child and their individual learning experiences outside of school. This can be easily shared through the Class Dojo.
You will be able to contact both Mrs. Williams and Miss Nyazika through the Class Dojo website. However please ensure important communication goes through the school office as we will not look at Class Dojo when the children are in school. Generally, Miss Nyazika teaches the class on Monday and Tuesday, Mrs Williams teaches the rest of the week. Please do not hesitate to speak to us after school if you have any questions or concerns that you would like to discuss with us.
Once again, thank you for your continued support of Marsh Gibbon CE Primary School.
Our Team
Miss Nyazika and Mrs Williams are the Class Teachers, alongside Mrs Doe and Mrs Smith, the Teaching Assistants.
Autumn
English
To start this term we will be studying a fiction book called ‘Little Rabbit Foofoo’. This book links well with our geography topic. By the end of the unit the children will be giving a dramatic retelling of the story. We will also be studying a poetry unit called ‘Carnival of the Animals’ which we link to the classical music by Camille Saint-Saens. Our final unit will be creating a non-fiction fact file about animals.
Reading
Reading at home is a crucial element to a child's learning and progress. Reading broadens vocabulary and helps in the development of quality writing. Children are expected to read every day for between five and ten minutes. It is essential that you find time to listen to your child read. During reading sessions with your child, please do ask them questions related to what they are reading. We have attached examples of questions for you.
Reading books will start coming home as of the first full week back in school. Initially books will be changed as necessary. Please remind your child to put their books to be changed in the ‘book change box’ as they walk into class that morning. In Year 1, books will be changed once we have seen evidence in your child’s reading record that they have read their book at least 3 times.
The first read- This is for fluency; meant to maintain or improve phonics.
The second read- This is for comprehension; you can ask your child questions to check their understanding of the text (these are the examples we attached)
The third read- This is for expression; show your child how to read each sentence with expression, let them have a go too. We want them to try to apply expression independently by the end of the year.
The daily reading records are for any book they have read, including books from home, not just a school provided book. Please remember to record when your child has read as this is really helpful to us.
Group guided reading sessions, focusing on comprehension, take place on a regular basis in class although children will be heard on a rotation so they will not be read with every day. On a day where their group is not reading, the children will have the opportunity to read independently or complete a separate reading or phonic activity.
Maths
In maths we will start with addition and subtraction (within 20) and then move on place value (within 50) to include learning and consolidation multiples of 2, 5 &10. We will also be learning about length, height, weight and volume using a variety of practical resources and lessons.
Geography – Around the World
Our geography topic is Around the World. Some of our focus will be on landmarks and food. We will also be looking at the animal kingdom and which continents different animals come from. During this topic will be linking much of our work with other subjects being taught this term. Please see our Knowledge Map below.
Science
This term we are studying materials. We will be looking at everyday materials including wood, plastic, metal, water and rock. Your children will learn to identify and name everyday materials and will have the opportunity to explore the properties of these materials through investigation and experimenting.
R.E.
Our key question is ‘Who made the World?’ This term we are looking at the Creation. We will be considering how God created the universe and how the Earth and everything in it is important to God.
P.E.
Owls PE days are Monday and Thursday. PE kits should remain in school every day in case we do PE. The list of expected PE kit can be found on the school website.
No jewellery is permitted; however, we understand sometimes children have their ears pierced. If that is the case for your child, please provide micropore tape in a small container to be kept in their PE bag. We will ensure their earrings are covered with this tape for each PE session.
Homework
Reading every day for at least 5 to 10 minutes a day is their homework for the first half of the Autumn term. After half term, we will introduce spellings as well. In the spring term, we will further introduce an online maths activity. All homework will be sent out on a Friday, to be returned the following Wednesday.
Trips
We are planning a trip to Whipsnade Zoo closer to the end of the Spring term. More details to follow.
Class Owl
We have a class owl called ‘Einstein’, who would like to spend each week with a different child. He comes with his own diary to record what he has been up to with the children. There is no expectation that you have to complete a special activity whilst ‘Einstein’ is visiting you, but please try to encourage the children to record a small piece of writing about their week together.
Parent Partnership
We strongly believe in working closely with parents to ensure all children have a positive and successful experience in their education. We welcome any information you can share about your child and their individual learning experiences outside of school. This can be easily shared through the Class Dojo.
You will be able to contact both Mrs. Williams and Miss Nyazika through the Class Dojo website. However please ensure important communication goes through the school office as we will not look at Class Dojo when the children are in school. Generally, Miss Nyazika teaches the class on Monday and Tuesday, Mrs Williams teaches the rest of the week. Please do not hesitate to speak to us after school if you have any questions or concerns that you would like to discuss with us.
Once again, thank you for your continued support of Marsh Gibbon CE Primary School.
