St Thomas' Church Of England Primary School

YEAR 1

Teacher:

Mrs Eaves Monday-Thursday

Mrs Fishwick & Mrs Riley - Friday

Mrs Kelly Monday and Wednesday pm

Teaching Assistants:

Miss Carey (mornings) & Miss Cunningham (afternoons)

Our Gospel Value is: Friendship

Pupil Leaders:

Our School Councillors: John and Esmae

Our Eco Councillors: Alma and Marla

Our SHINE Councillors: Riley and Corran

Our link Governor is: Mrs Carol Stones

Helpful Information:

Reading books will be changed on Friday
Reading records are needed in school every day
Library book changing day is Friday
PE days are Monday and Friday - come in PE kits ready for these.
- Please note that jewellery and accessories (e.g. watches, hair bows) must not be worn on a PE day due to safety reasons.
- Please wear shorts under tracksuit bottoms for indoor PE.
Healthy snacks - if your child does not have morning toast, they may bring in a healthy snack.
Water bottles - children will need a water bottle in school each day. This must contain water - no juice or flavoured water. Please return these daily after washing
Spelling test every Friday.
Homework will be sent home every Friday to be completed and returned by the following Thursday.
Log-ons for Numbots are on the front of your child's reading record.

Looking ahead to the Summer Term:

Monday 1st June INSET Day
Tuesday 2nd June School Re-opens 8.50am

Wednesday 3rd June Year One trip to Witch Wood
Friday 5th June Class Photos – Whole School 9.00am – 12.00pm

Monday 8th June Y1 Phonics Screener
Monday 15th June Father’s Day Stall Opens in School
Wednesday 17th June Y1 – Tea Dance Performance in Fleetwood, Marine Hall 2.30-4.30pm
Tuesday 23rd June Y1 History Workshop morning with Mr Warrell Dress like a Victorian Year 1!
Friday 26th June Summer Fair 3.30-5.00pm

Thursday 2nd July Year One trip to Blackpool Zoo
Monday 6th July Music Morning 9.00am -10.30am
Thursday 9th July Moving Up Sessions for all pupils All day
Tuesday 14th July Reports out to Parents & Carers
Wednesday 15th July Parents meeting after reports – if required 3.30pm – 5.00pm
Monday 20th July Awards Service in Church 9.45-11.15am
Tuesday 21st July Y6 Leavers Service 9.00am-9.45am
Tuesday 21st July School Closes for Summer Holidays

Welcome back to our final half term in Year One! We cannot believe how quickly this year has gone, and we are excited for another busy and fun-filled few weeks of learning together.

This half term, we will continue our topic all about the Victorians. The children will have a very special visitor coming into school to teach us more about what life was like during Victorian times. We are looking forward to exploring Victorian schools, toys, clothes and daily life through hands-on activities and exciting stories from the past.

In Science, we will be learning all about animals. The children will investigate different types of animals, their habitats and what they need to survive. We know the children will enjoy discovering lots of fascinating facts!

During our first week back, we will be visiting a local wood to continue our learning about trees and nature. This will be a wonderful opportunity for the children to explore the outdoors and observe different types of trees and plants in their natural environment.

We are also very excited about our upcoming trip to Blackpool Zoo! The children will have the chance to see a variety of amazing animals up close and link their learning from Science to real life experiences.

We are looking forward to a fantastic final half term full of learning, exploration and memorable experiences!

In June, the children will take part in the Phonics Screening Check. This is a short, fun activity where children read words to show how well they can use their phonics skills. We will continue to practise every day in class through games, reading, and activities, so the children feel happy and confident. There is no need to worry—just keep enjoying reading together at home!

As always, we are looking forward to celebrating all the wonderful achievements in our Achievers Assembly—keep working hard for those Star and Shine Awards!

It’s going to be a busy, fun-filled term with lots of learning, laughter, and success. Let’s make it a great one, Year 1!

Useful learning information for Year 1

Year 1 Reading Spine

Y1 Common Exception Words

Y1 Yearly Overview

British Values

Our learning - Summer Term

Year 1 Learning Letter Summer Term

Year 1 Spellings Summer Term 2 Group 1

Year 1 Spellings Summer Term 2 Group 2

Year 1 Spellings Summer Term 1 Group 1

Year 1 Spellings Summer Term 1 Group 2