Hello and welcome to our Year 1 class page! In Year 1, we foster a love of learning through engaging activities, hands-on exploration, and a nurturing environment. This year we’ll be building confidence in reading, writing, and maths while developing creativity, curiosity, and independence. We can’t wait to share this journey with you!
Mrs. Bates
Year 1 Class Teacher
Children will be required to bring their reading folder containing their 2 reading books and yellow reading journals to school with them every day. Reading with your child for 20 minutes each night is a wonderful way to build their confidence, fluency, and love of books. This daily practice supports their learning and helps develop essential language skills. We ask that parents fill in their child’s reading journal each time they read, as this allows us to track progress and celebrate achievements together.
Your support makes a big difference!
On Friday
we have PE.
Please ensure your child is wearing correct PE kit which consists of plain or school logo black joggers/leggings, a plain or school logo black jumper/hoodie and a plain white t-shirt and trainers. Earrings should be worn on PE days.
School Trips and In-School Experiences
We believe that out-of-school experiences and fun, learning experiences in school are just as important as the teaching of the National Curriculum, as they help children create lasting memories and explore new opportunities.
This year, in Year 1, Mrs Bates has an exciting range of trips and events planned:
Autumn Term
-A 'we work at the gallery' workshop at Cliff Castle
Spring Term
- The Great Fire of London workshop at Bolling Hall
Summer Term
- Visit to Blackpool Sealife
- KS1 Visit to Shipley Glen
Children should read at home for at least 20 minutes daily.
Maths homework will be sent home every Friday and should be completed and returned by the following Wednesday. Supporting your child with their maths homework is a great way to build their confidence and fluency. At this stage, they are still developing their understanding, so encouraging them to use practical resources like counters, number lines, or even their fingers can be really helpful. Focus on praising their effort, talking through problems together, and making maths fun—this will help them develop a positive attitude towards learning!
If you have any questions regarding homework, please speak to a member of the Year 1 team.
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