Foundation Subjects
Foundation Subjects - Spring 1
Please see the Long Term Plan for details of what will be covered this term in more detail, including objectives to be covered in each subject. Below, you will find links to websites which will be useful in supporting your child at home to further develop their learning and understanding.
History – World War Two
This half term, children will study World War Two, developing an understanding of why the war began and how it affected Britain and the wider world. They will explore key events such as the Battle of the Atlantic, rationing, evacuation and the Blitz, and consider why America joined the war. Pupils will use timelines, debate significant events and learn how the war changed everyday life.
Science – Changes of Materials
In Science, children will investigate how materials change. They will explore reversible and irreversible changes, including dissolving, evaporation, rusting and burning. Through practical investigations, pupils will learn how new materials are formed and how some changes can be undone, developing their skills in observation, prediction and explanation.
Computing – Online Safety
This half term focuses on staying safe online. Children will learn how to create strong passwords and understand why this is important. They will also explore how to behave safely and responsibly online, recognising risks and knowing what to do if something online makes them feel uncomfortable.
Spanish – Talking About the Weather
Children will learn how to describe different types of weather in Spanish and ask and answer the question “What is the weather like today?”. They will practise interpreting weather maps and take part in role-play activities such as delivering a weather forecast, helping to build confidence in speaking and listening.
Music – Classroom Jazz
In Music, pupils will explore jazz through listening, performing and improvising. They will learn to play simple jazz patterns, experiment with rhythm and pitch, and develop confidence improvising using a small set of notes. The unit encourages creativity and teamwork, leading to a short performance.
Art & Design Technology – Mechanisms: Pop-Up Books
Children will design and create their own pop-up books, learning how different mechanisms work. They will plan pages carefully, construct moving parts, and use layers to hide mechanisms. This project develops creativity, problem-solving skills and accuracy in making.
PSHE – Safety and the Changing Body
This half term, pupils will learn about keeping themselves safe, both online and in real life. They will explore how their bodies change during puberty, understand what information is safe to share online, and learn basic first aid skills such as how to respond to someone who is bleeding. The lessons promote confidence, responsibility and self-awareness.
Religious Education – Hindu Dharma
Children will learn about Hindu beliefs by exploring stories about Krishna and the concept of dharma. They will discuss what these stories teach about right and wrong and learn about the festival of Holi. Pupils will reflect on how stories can guide people in their choices and behaviour.
Physical Education – Hockey
In PE, children will develop their hockey skills, including dribbling, passing, tackling and shooting. They will practise working as part of a team, apply skills in game situations and develop tactical awareness, improving both confidence and coordination.