Year 2

Y2_Autumn_2024_Curriculum_Letter.pdf

Y2_Autumn_2024_Curriculum_Overview.pdf

Y2_Summer_2024_Curriculum_Overview.pdf

Y2_Summer_2024_Curriculum_Letter.pdf

Y2_Spring_2024_Curriculum_Overview.pdf

Y2_Spring_2024_Curriculum_Letter.pdf

We believe that children have a right to expect a curriculum which is fun, motivating, interesting and most importantly purposeful.

We strive to develop imagination through a stimulating, creative environment where every child has the opportunity to shine.

                                   

                                Mrs Atkinson             Miss Fletcher         Miss Beckett

     

                           Miss Thompson             Mrs Webber               Mrs Bannister

 

 

Reading

We follow Read, Write Inc. for the teaching of phonics on a daily basis, and use the Read, Write Inc. reading books to ensure they are matched to the children's phonics knowledge. Once children are secure in their Phonics knowledge, we move to whole class reading where we study a range of texts over the year. 

At Gillshill Primary School we aim to deliver all subjects thoughtfully and to make links that are relevant, appropriate and purposeful to the area of learning. 

It is so important in KS1 that pupils read at home as much as possible to continue to develop fluency in their reading.  This should take place at least 3 times per week.
All home reading can be recorded in the Home Reading Record to tally up for our Reading Reward Scheme.

School Visits

We are in the very fortunate position that we have 4 school mini buses; this enables us to provide a wide range of visits across the region and the UK. All of our drivers have been assessed for suitability and hold the relevant licences and checks.

Class Assemblies and Performances

At Gillshill we place great emphasis on developing pupils confidence to perform in front of a range of audiences. We have a longstanding reputation for our performing arts. Each year all of our children will be involved in a Harvest and Christmas performance as well as a class assembly.

Enjoyment & Enrichment

Throughout the year we organise a wide variety of fun, enrichment and charity events to bring our school community together, such as:

** Children in Need**
** Comic Relief**
** Family Sports Day**
** Easter Extravaganza**
** Christmas Craft Fayre**
** Times Table Rock Stars**
** Ice Cream Friday**
** Pet Respect**
** School Discos**

   

Music

As soon as the children start school they will be immersed in music. They will continue to learn to sing songs and rhymes as well a play with musical instruments. As they go through the school they will receive specialist music instruction in Year 5. We are fortunate to have Miss Hunt who provides outstanding percussion lessons. We also coordinate violin, cello, flute and double bass lessons for those who have a special interest.

P.E. & Sport

We have an outstanding reputation in P.E. and Sport. In Key Stage 2 (Years 3 -6) the children will receive specialist teaching from Mr David Start. With Miss Jesney (our PE Leader) and Mr Start the children have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of extra curricular P.E. events and competitions. We are very proud of our extensive track record of success and awards. Liam Cooper – Leeds United, Paul Jubb - British Tennis, Danny Washbrook – Hull FC are past pupils.