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Year 1

Welcome to Year 1

Welcome to the Year 1 page. Here you will find information about our classes, curriculum, routines and key information to support your child throughout the year.

Our Year 1 Team

 

Year 1 is made up of two classes:

 

1M

  • Teacher: Miss McVittie
  • Teaching Assistant: Mrs Gardiner

1RT

  • Teachers: Mrs Reed (Monday to Wednesday) and Mrs Taylor (Wednesday to Friday)
  • Teaching Assistant: Mrs Gardiner

Learning in Year 1

Year 1 provides an important bridge between the Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1. Children continue to learn through practical, engaging experiences whilst developing the knowledge, skills and independence needed for a more structured curriculum.

 

Throughout the year, pupils will explore a range of topics and themes, including:

  • The Seasons
  • The Human Body
  • Materials
  • Plants and Animals
  • Toys
  • Explorers

Learning is planned to develop children's curiosity, knowledge and understanding across the curriculum whilst providing opportunities to apply key skills in different contexts.

Reading and Phonics

Reading is a key focus throughout Year 1. We follow the Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised programme across the school, providing daily phonics teaching alongside regular reading practice. Children are encouraged to read frequently both at school and at home to develop fluency, confidence and a lifelong enjoyment of reading.

Mathematics

At Stanwix School, in year 1, we follow the mastering number approach. Children develop a secure understanding of number, calculation, reasoning and problem-solving through carefully sequenced lessons that build confidence and deepen understanding.

Physical Education

Children take part in PE twice each week and follow the Rising Stars Scheme of Work. We also work with specialist sports coaches throughout the year to provide a range of high-quality sporting experiences.

PE Days

  • Wednesday
  • Thursday

PE Kit

Children should come to school wearing their PE kit on PE days.

 

The PE kit consists of:

  • Black shorts, leggings or tracksuit bottoms
  • Plain yellow T-shirt or Stanwix School yellow T-shirt
  • Black hoodie, tracksuit top or jumper
  • Trainers

Coming to school in PE kit helps maximise learning time and ensures children are ready to participate in lessons.

Supporting Learning at Home

Children will regularly bring home reading books and may also receive activities linked to phonics, spelling, mathematics or other curriculum areas. The support provided at home plays an important role in reinforcing learning and building confidence.

Communication

If you have any questions regarding your child's learning, wellbeing or school life, please contact your child's class teacher.

 

We look forward to working with you throughout the year and supporting your child as they progress through Year 1 at Stanwix School.

 

 

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