Year 1

In Years 1 and 2 we strive to create independent learners who are actively involved in developing new skills and understandings and relating them to practical situations. We encourage our students to work in teams, take a risk with their learning and celebrate the sense of satisfaction that overcoming challenges can bring.

Highlights in Term 1:

English

  • Writing: Focus on the Narrative, Recount and Procedure styles of writing
  • Word Study: Soundwaves Units and persuasive language.
  • Reading groups: Developing comprehension and independent reading through Café reading, web based research and Guided Reading.

Maths

  • Term 1 focused areas of mathematics are Place Value and Measurement.

Integrated Studies

STEM unit – Properties of Materials, focused on using the scientific method to create and conduct experiments.

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