Year 2

What an amazing Wonder Day our Year 2 children had on the 17th of October! As part of their Geography journey, they learned not just about the capital cities of the United Kingdom, but also the fabulous landmarks that make them special. The afternoon kicked off with a virtual tour of London, followed by a thrilling scavenger hunt to find famous sights. To top it all off, they enjoyed a delightful afternoon tea party! Their lovely table manners and splendid bows and curtsies made the event truly memorable. What a delightful bunch they are! 🌟🥳

What an inspiring month we've had in Year 2 for Black History Month! The children delved into the life of Mary Seacole, creating a timeline that highlighted how she broke down prejudices to support soldiers during the Crimean War. They also crafted vibrant collages, showcasing her incredible contributions to those in need. But that's not all! The class explored the works of Alma Thomas, the influential artist and teacher, and were so inspired that they created their own abstract paintings in her honour. We’re so proud of their creativity and enthusiasm! 🌟

Mr. Leach was very impressed with Year 2's first choral singing lessons. What an amazing start to their choral singing journey! Their beautiful voices, enthusiasm and respectful behaviour made us all so proud. We can't wait to see how they grow as a choir this year! Today, the children learnt how to warm up their voices, sing together in unison from a repertoire of sacred and familiar songs. They mastered "He's got the whole world in his hands" as well as "The Gruffalo" whilst repeating refrains in different languages. Miss Leonard visited and was VERY impressed. We were awarded the Headteacher Award this week in our Good Work Assembly as a result of this high standard. Keep this up Year 2!

This week, the children thoroughly enjoyed identifying and locating the four countries of the United Kingdom. Using an atlas, they explored the diverse landscapes and key features of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It's wonderful to see their enthusiasm for discovering the world around them!

The Year 2 children were delighted to explore this hilarious retelling of a classic tale! Unlike the traditional story, this version offers a unique perspective from the wolf himself, filled with humour and unexpected twists. It has been a fantastic way for our young readers to learn about the features of traditional tales while enjoying this text to the full.

Dear Year 2 families,

Thank you everyone for joining our Meet the Teacher event last Wednesday. It was lovely to meet all of you and have quick chats about your wonderful children. For the parents who were unable to attend, kindly view this PowerPoint from the meeting.

The entire Year 2 team is looking forward to working with you this year.

Kind regards,

Mrs Roberts

Welcome to the start of another amazing year at St. Anthony’s! 

We can’t wait to help you grow and achieve great things in Year 2.  Get ready to join us on an incredible adventure and delve into a range of fascinating topics. Our adventure will begin with an exciting exploration of the United Kingdom in Geography. Together, let’s discover the properties of different Materials in Science.

Our core texts will include the hilariously inventive, The True Story of the Three Little Pigs, and a heart-warming version of a traditional tale, Jack and the Baked Beanstalk.

Stay connected and updated through our Google Classroom platform where you will find announcements and reminders.

• Mrs. Roberts teaches us Monday through Friday. Mrs. Goodwin teaches us Monday afternoons and Mr. James teaches us PE. We are also supported by Mrs. Cook and Mrs. Cecil every day. 
• Reading is so important in Year 2, so make sure you read every day! Use your phonics, focus on your understanding and reread books to help build your fluency.
• Come to school in your PE kits every Tuesday and Wednesday. I encourage you to please make sure your uniforms and PE kits are labelled, so you don’t lose them.
• Our Meet the Teacher meeting will be on Wednesday, 4th September at 3:15pm.
• Half-termly newsletters (with key dates) and spellings can be found in the Year 2 class page.

We have very exciting times ahead, so let's all make this year unforgettable! Come to school with your smiles and energy to begin our fantastic year.

Please check the rest of the page for updates on our learning and to meet the team. We are looking forward to welcoming you back into school.

Take care and see you all soon,

The Year 2 team