Welcome to Year 2 

Year 2 is an exciting year for the children at Mitton Manor Primary School, the children learn to become more independent as they reach the final stage of Key Stage One. As your child continues through this year, there will be a continued focus on phonics and developing their skills further in writing and maths – exploring new concepts, developing their writing stamina and ensuring they have opportunities to work with more independence in preparation for the transition to Year 3. The Year 2 team work hard with all colleagues to ensure children enjoy a happy and progressive year, which is full of fun, laughter and responsibility. 

Year 2 Staff

Miss Booth                      Mrs Fowler

Class Teacher: Miss D Booth

Class Teaching Assistant: Mrs H Fowler

PPA Cover: Miss Reeve

Summer Term

Our theme this term is, Movers and Shakers. We will be learning about significant people from the past and present. 

In English lessons, we will be focusing on the four purposes for writing: writing to inform, writing to persuade, writing to entertain and writing to discuss. This will include writing a biography, instructions, a letter and many more texts! In Maths lessons, we will be learning about fractions time and statistics. History lessons will be focused on describing the history of Tewkesbury and exploring historical events. In Geography, we will looking at human and physical features to compare the United Kingdom to a non-European country. During PE, we will be developing tennis and athletic skills. In Computing sessions, the children will be taught how to use a keyboard and add media. During Art, the children will use different techniques to create a portrait. In Design and Technology, we will discover the importance of a balanced diet and create a tasty wrap. In CPSHE, we will focus on our understanding of how to stay safe and naming parts of the body. In Religious Education, we will be thinking, talking and asking questions about Muslim beliefs and ways of living. As part of PPA cover, Miss Reeve will be teaching statistics, Music and Science.

Spring Term

Our theme this term is, Beside the Seaside. We will be exploring weather patterns, learning about the events of the Titanic and lots more!

In English lessons, we will be focusing on the four purposes for writing: writing to inform, writing to persuade, writing to entertain and writing to discuss. This will include writing a setting description, a holiday brochure, a diary entry and many more texts! In Maths lessons, we will be learning about money, multiplication and division and measurement. History lessons will be focused on learning about the events of the Titanic. In Geography, we will be exploring weather patterns using simple fieldwork. During PE, we will be developing our hitting and dance skills. In Computing sessions, the children will be taught how to create a debug simple programs. During Art, the children will use different mediums to create a sunset silhouette picture. In Design and Technology, we will explore different mechanisms to create a moving monster. In CPSHE, we will focus on how to stay healthy and how to be respectful. In Religious Education, we will be exploring what what makes some places sacred to believers and why Easter is important to Christians. As part of PPA cover, Miss Heather will be teaching shape, Music and Science.

Autumn Term

Our theme this term is, Turrets and Tales. We will be exploring the magic of fairy tales and castles!

In English lessons, we will be focusing on the four purposes for writing: writing to inform, writing to persuade, writing to entertain and writing to discuss. This will include writing a castle advert, a fairy tale, a dragon poem and many more texts! In Maths lessons, we will be learning about place value and addition and subtraction within 100. In Science, we will be learning about materials and their uses. History lessons will be focused on learning about royal residences and different monarchs. In Geography, we will be exploring the school grounds using simple fieldwork. During PE, we will be developing our ball and gymnastic skills. In Music, we will be composing music to reflect an animal's character and performing as part of an ensemble during the Harvest Festival and Christmas performance. In Computing sessions, the children will be taught how to keep safe online. During Art, the children will use clay to make a castle. In Design and Technology, we will use tools and construction techniques to make a structure. As part of PPA cover, Mr Swayle will be teaching shape, Religious Education and CPSHE.

Useful Information

Homework is set on a Friday, through Seesaw, and must be completed by the following Wednesday.

Spellings are tested every Monday. Spelling lists can be found below and your child will be told which words to practise each week through Seesaw. P.E will normally be on a Monday afternoon but this maybe subject to change depending on weather and extra events. PE kits must be in school all week.  

Useful Information About Your Child in Year 2

Miss Booth will make important announcements through the school app or on our online learning platform: Seesaw. Whole school announcements can be found on the school app, website or on the newsletter.