Briar Class
Welcome to Briar Class!
Welcome Back! 🌟
I hope you all had a wonderful half-term break, filled with fun, rest, and special moments with family and friends!
This term, we have lots of exciting learning ahead. We’ll be activating our prior knowledge to build on what we already know and tackle new challenges with confidence. With engaging activities, hands-on learning, and plenty of opportunities to explore new ideas, it’s going to be a fantastic term!
Let’s make this term amazing. See you all in class, ready to shine your lights!
Best wishes,
Mr. Parker and Mrs Crabtree
Important Information
PE is timetabled for Wednesday and Thursday, so all children are required to come to school in their PE kits on these days. Please ensure that your child come to school in the correct PE kit, which can be viewed here.
Spellings will be given out on Monday and will be tested the following Monday. I will also upload them to this page. The common exception words (below) are the spellings that your child is expected to know by the end of the year. However, additional words may appear in the weekly spellings to aid the learning of spelling rules.
Reading is extremely important and serves as a doorway to the rest of the curriculum. Please attempt to read for at least 10 minutes a day with your child. At least once a week, on Friday, I’d like to review your child’s reading record and make any necessary book changes. If your child has selected a book that they dislike, please feel free to bring it back and change it.
Times Tables as I’m sure you’re already aware, times table are very important. So, as a class, we agreed to go on TTRockstars for a minimum of 15 minutes Monday to Friday. Year 2: I would like the children to be focusing on timetables (2, 5, and 10s) and Year 3 (3, 4, and 8s) in line with the UK National Curriculum.
Come back to our class page regularly for updates.
Parents’ Evening Briar Class
What are we learning?
In English…
This half term, we will be exploring the beautifully written and illustrated book The Great Kapok Tree by Lynne Cherry. Set in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, this story not only captivates with its vivid descriptions but also carries an important message about conservation and the power of small choices.
Our writing focus will begin with creating detailed and imaginative setting descriptions inspired by the lush rainforest environment depicted in the book. We’ll then use these descriptions to craft our own narratives, drawing inspiration from the story’s themes and characters.
Get ready to immerse yourselves in the sights, sounds, and wonders of the rainforest as we bring this enchanting story to life through our writing!
In Maths…
This term in maths, we’ll be building on our understanding of fractions, using what we already know to explore how they work in different contexts. We’ll be comparing, adding, and finding fractions of amounts to deepen our knowledge and confidence.
After that, we’ll move on to mass and capacity, where we’ll investigate measuring, estimating, and solving problems using grams, kilograms, millilitres, and litres. Through hands-on activities, we’ll see how these measurements are used in real life!
Get ready for a term full of problem-solving, practical learning, and mathematical challenges!
In Science…
This term in science, we’ll be exploring the fascinating world of living things (Biology)! We’ll be activating our prior knowledge about animals, plants, and their habitats as we dive deeper into how living things grow, adapt, and depend on each other to survive.
Through exciting investigations and hands-on activities, we’ll discover the different ways we can classify living things and explore the incredible diversity of life on Earth.
Get ready to think like scientists and uncover the wonders of the natural world!
In RE…
Who is a Muslim and how do they live? In this unit, pupils will find out about Islam, key beliefs, and ways of living for Muslims. Pupils will learn about some of the key Muslim beliefs about God found in the Shahadah and learn about the 99 names of Allah. Pupils will encounter stories about the Prophet and find out about what these teach Muslims today about ways of living. Pupils will learn about the five pillars of Islam and how these impact upon the lives of believers. They will learn about the importance of prayer and what it means for Muslims all over the world.
In Topic…
This term in Geography, we’ll be venturing into the incredible world of rainforests! From the towering trees of the Amazon to the diverse wildlife that calls these ecosystems home, we’ll uncover what makes rainforests so unique and vital to our planet.
We’ll explore the layers of the rainforest, learn about the climate, and investigate the importance of rainforests to people, animals, and the environment. We’ll also discuss the challenges they face and what we can do to help protect them.
Get ready for a term of discovery and adventure as we delve into these amazing habitats!
East Crompton St George’s CE Primary School is proud to be part of the Cranmer Education Trust
Cranmer Education Trust is a company limited by guarantee and an exempt charity registered in England. Company registration number: 07687709. Registered Office: Cranmer Education Trust, c/o The Blue Coat School, Egerton Street, Oldham OL1 3SQ. The website address is www.cranmereducationtrust.com and the phone number 0161 785 5082.