Year 2 2025 - 2026
Miss Millington
A very warm welcome to Year 2 and our team, myself - Miss Millington, and Mrs Cox and Mrs Prout, our fabulous Teaching Assistants
Autumn Term 1
I am really looking forward to the year ahead and to getting to know each and every child. In Year 2, we have lots of exciting learning opportunities across all subjects that will nurture individual talents and spark curiosity.
This half term, our history topic is The Monarchs. We will explore monarchs from different eras and learn about the role of the monarchy today. To link with our English unit, we will be reading The King Who Banned the Dark by Emily Haworth-Booth. This wonderful story will inspire the children to write their own descriptive narratives as well as a persuasive poster.
In geography, the children will begin by exploring our school grounds. They will use aerial photographs and maps to identify key human and physical features, before describing locations using positional and directional language. Later, they will create their own maps.
In maths, we will start with place value, before moving on to addition and subtraction. Alongside this, the children will take part in daily NCETM Mastering Number sessions and regular times tables practice, helping to strengthen their understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts.
Reading is a crucial part of the Year 2 curriculum. Children will take part in daily reading through RWI phonics, guided reading sessions, and English lessons. I also encourage all children to read at home each day. Regular reading not only supports fluency but also builds comprehension, which is vital for success across the whole curriculum.
Important information
Indoor PE - kit to remain in school:
T-Shirt (Red or White)
Shorts (Black)
Joggers (Black)
School jumper/fleece (can be with or without school logo. No branded sportswear/hoodies/football kit)
Plimsolls/Pumps
Outdoor PE - kit to be brought in each week:
Plain white/red t-shirt, jumper (school jumper or Dean Valley fleece) and black tracksuit trousers are required for winter outdoor Games Lessons.
Trainers
If you have any queries, please do not hesistate to contact me on our class email: class2@deanvalley.cheshire.sch.uk
Kind regards,
Miss Millington
