Welcome to Year 1
The teaching team
Mrs Giblin Class 4
Mrs Knowles
Mrs Perry
Homework
Children are expected to read 5 times per week.
Parents should sign their child’s diary after they have read with their child.
Children with fewer than 4 signed entries per week may be asked to read with a teacher at playtimes.
We cannot stress enough the importance of daily reading to boost fluency, enjoyment and comprehension skills. Please support your child to read five times a week to maximise their progress in school.
Children will be sent home with a Little Wandle book, similar to those sent home previously in reception, as we are continuing to follow this scheme in year 1.
Homework will be set on a weekly basis. It will be given out on a Friday and due in the following Wednesday. All children are expected to complete the tasks set.
Equipment and routines
Arrival and dismissal
Year 1 will enter school using the same gate as they did in reception on Long Lane South at 8.40am and leave via the same gate at 3.10pm. Punctuality in the mornings is of paramount importance.
Snack
From September, you have the option to order snack for children at breaktimes. You can choose to order toast, milk or apple juice. This can be done via the Arbor app.
Equipment
Children will be provided with all the equipment they need. They do not need to bring any other equipment (pens, pencils, rubbers etc) into school. Children need to bring a named water bottle with them to school every day and their bookbag.
PE
Children must have their full PE kit available in school every day. This includes a plain white t-shirt, navy or black shorts, joggers or leggings during colder weather and trainers. Colourful or heavily branded items of clothing are not allowed.
