Geography - Our Country

In Geography, Year 1 will be exploring our local area through our Our Village unit. The children will learn to identify and describe the human and physical features they can find in their local environment, such as houses, shops, roads, green spaces and other important landmarks. They will develop their understanding of geographical vocabulary and begin to use simple maps, symbols and directional language to describe where things are located. As part of the unit, the children will take part in a local area walk, giving them the opportunity to observe their surroundings first-hand, identify features of our village and develop their geographical skills through fieldwork.

Computing 

In Computing, Year 1 will be developing their understanding of computers and the technology they use in everyday life. The children will learn to identify and name the basic parts of a laptop, including the screen, keyboard, touchpad, webcam and speakers, and will explore what each part is used for. They will develop their confidence in using technology and begin to understand how different components work together. The children will also discuss how computers and other digital devices are used at home, at school and in the wider world, while developing an awareness of how to use technology safely and responsibly.

RE

In RE, Year 1 will be learning about Christianity and developing their understanding of what Christians believe about God. The children will explore Christian beliefs about God and Jesus and will consider how these beliefs influence the way Christians live their lives. They will learn about prayer as an important part of Christian worship and explore why Christians choose to pray, including how prayer can be a way of talking and listening to God, saying thank you and asking for help or forgiveness. The children will have opportunities to explore different prayers, including the Lord’s Prayer, and will be encouraged to reflect on their own thoughts and ideas about prayer, belief and what is important to them.

PSHE

In PSHE this half term the children will focus on their emotions. They will learn to recognise 6 main emotions: happiness, sad, anger, disgust, fear and surprise. We will talk about various ways to try and keep calm. How doing something we enjoy can remove the unwanted feelings. We will also talk about how to react when we feel worried, annoyed or upset. At the start of the half term we will read Elmer and talk about how we are all individual and that is ok.

Music - 

Hey You: is written in an Old-School Hip Hop style for children to learn about the differences between pulse, rhythm and pitch and to learn how to rap and enjoy it in its original form.

As well as learning to sing, play, improvise and compose with this song, children will listen and appraise other Old-School Hip Hop tunes.

PE

In PE, Year 1 will be developing their fundamental movement skills through a range of fun and engaging activities. The children will practise and refine skills such as running, jumping, hopping, balancing, throwing and catching, while developing their agility, coordination and control. They will also take part in Jungle Yoga, using imaginative animal-themed movements to develop their balance, flexibility, strength and body control. Through these activities, the children will build confidence in moving their bodies, learn to work cooperatively with others and begin to understand the importance of being active and looking after their physical wellbeing.