In Year 2, we strive to create a positive and stimulating learning environment for our children. We endeavour to challenge children to reach their full potential and enjoy feeling accomplished. In Year 2, independence is key! We motivate children to lead their own learning, building confidence along the way. Feelings of safety and trust are of utmost importance for our young learners, in order for them to feel secure in their ability.
Term by Term
In Autumn, we travel back in time to 1666 to explore first-hand what it was like during the Great Fire of London. We delve into Samuel Pepys’ diary to witness the devastating effects that the fire caused. We recreate Pudding Lane through the creation of houses during DT lessons and visit Grangetown Fire Station to gain an understanding about how the fire service has developed over time.
The Spring term brings pirates to life, we climb aboard the HMS Trincomalee, the oldest floating frigate in all the land. In Year 2, we understand the importance of being digitally confident, using our iBooks to carry out exciting research. Parents and carers are invited into our ‘Pirate puppet-making workshop’, to showcase their sewing skills. As part of our Science work, we plant magic beans, documenting their growth and testing out the best soil conditions. Hopefully, they will reach for the clouds!
Summer term takes us to sand, sea and sunny Jamaica! We discover the geographical features of this vibrant island. The children tantalise their taste buds, preparing and sampling the fine cuisine of the country, before kicking back and enjoying a chilled out Jamaican party on the field. Of course, no party would be complete without a world famous limbo competition to end the festivities. Speaking of beaches, this term allows us to have a taste of seaside life. We explore Saltburn, looking at its old town culture and enjoy the beach!
Incorporated into each term, we are proud to support our Year 2 charity ‘The Great North Air Ambulance’. A range of fund raising opportunities encourage the children to think charitably to facilitate empathetic and compassionate skills.
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
We encourage our children to build their confidence by taking part in our Christmas performance. The buzz of excitement around school during this wonderful time really is magical.
24 hour classroom
In Year 2, we understand the importance of learning outside the classroom! We use Marvellous Me to communicate the exciting things we do inside and outside, including thought-provoking and inspiring Science activities.
To conclude
We know that a positive educational experience now shapes the foundations for later life, which is why we pride ourselves on creating a learning environment that children love to be a part of. Our staff are friendly and approachable and strive to make the school community a wonderful place.
"It's brilliant to see the children develop the confidence and skills needed for their next journey on to Secondary School."
Mrs Brallisford
“I love working with our children in FS2! Seeing them excited to learn and succeed at new challenges is an experience I feel lucky to be part of every single day!”
Miss Clayton, FS2
"At the fire station we got to sit in the fire engine and we learnt lots of things."
Year 2 Pupil
"I liked going to Grangetown Fire Station and learning about keeping safe. It was funny watching the fireman go down the pole."
Year 2 Pupil
"We learn about pirates and how they stole ships. I made a pirate puppet too."
Year 2 Pupil
"I like Year 2 because Barnaby Bear tells us lots of information from different countries. He even went to Jamaica with Mrs Armstrong!"
Year 2 Pupil
"I have learnt that a 'ph' are really clever because they make a 'f' sound like in elephant."
Year 1 Pupil
"Learning loads of new sounds helps me to read lots of new words."
Year 1 Pupil
"I love learning lots of facts about space, like Saturn has lots of rings"
Year 1 Pupil
"I love how every day is different and the children's continuing ability amazes. Truly rewarding."
Mrs Foden, Year 2
"I love the interaction and watching their faces light up when you share ideas and experiences or just from reading a favourite story."
Mrs Miller, FS2
"I love the challenge and excitement of Year 6. I enjoy inspiring the children and it’s so rewarding watching them make progress and achieve their best."
Miss Armstrong, Year 6
"I like to come to Nursery to be with all of my friends."
FS1 Pupil
"Our Nursery is good because we have lots of toys."
FS1 Pupil
"I like Nursery because it helped me to learn to listen."
FS1 Pupil
"Why do you enjoy coming to Nursery?"
'Playing on the computers is fun!'
FS1 Pupil
"I like using innovative technology to engage and enhance the children's learning experiences and build resilience."
Mrs Herlingshaw, Year 4
"I like working in the key stage 2 team to develop the children's thirst for life-long learning in preparation for secondary school and beyond."
Mrs Greenmon, Year 3
"Music is unbelievable! Performing all over the UK, broadcasting on the radio, singing with a 60 piece orchestra are just a touch of what we do at Normanby! Music has helped me grow in confidence."
Year 5 Pupil
"In Year 5, we have lots of opportunities to participate in exciting sporting activities. I've enhanced my biking expertise with 'Bikeability' by learning how to take my hands off the handle bars, signal traffic behind me without falling off and learning how to be more aware of the road around me."
Year 5 Pupil
"Y5 artwork is phenomenal because we got to use a range of different art materials and study lots of different artists."
Year 5 Pupil