Visit or Transition Year 2 2024-25 document
Upon entering Year 2 we hope that the children will be able to…
During Year 2 we hope that the children will be able to…
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Will my child be going on any trips this year?
There are lots of exciting trips and activities to look forward to and enjoy in Year 2. Below are some of the trips we would like to go on next year…
What homework will Y2 receive?
Spellings will be sent home on a Friday. Please encourage the children to complete these. As well as focusing on their spellings please ensure they can read the word and they try to use their best joined up handwriting where possible. Mathletics will be set on a Friday and due in the following Friday. Reading is to be completed daily and recorded in your child’s reading record. Please ensure the reading record comes in each day. Books will be changed twice a week. If you have any concerns about homework please come and speak to your child’s class teacher.
What formal tests will Y2 sit?
Children do not sit any formal statutory tests during their time in Y2. We will use a range of assessment methods on an ongoing basis to work out exactly where the children are. We use this assessment to ensure that we are putting in the best possible support and level of challenge for your child.
How can I help my child to make progress?
There’s lots you can do but here are our top 5 tips:
1. Encourage Reading and Curiosity. Foster a love for reading by providing a variety of age-appropriate books and reading materials (or ask us for some). Spend time reading together and encourage your child to ask questions and explore topics that interest them. This curiosity-driven approach can significantly enhance their learning experience. Try to ensure that reading is fun. Please remember that Y2 children are not too old for bedtime stories and absolutely love being read to. Ask us for more ideas if you need them.
2. Maintain Open Communication with teachers. We want to establish a strong home/school partnership that best supports your child.
3. Be Involved and Interested. Take an active interest in your child's schoolwork and school life. Ask questions about what they're learning, and engage in conversations about their interests and achievements. If you lead by example and show you are interested in learning then your child will copy. Show your child that education is a lifelong journey.
4. Foster a Growth Mindset. Encourage a positive attitude towards learning. Emphasise the importance of effort and perseverance, and celebrate achievements, big or small. If they are finding something hard encourage them to use the word – YET. “I can’t do this yet”. This is the sort of language they are used to hearing in school.
5. Encourage Healthy Habits. Ensure your child gets regular exercise, eats balanced meals, and gets enough sleep. A healthy body supports a healthy mind. Try to limit screen time and please ensure that they are watching and accessing age appropriate content.
Do you require helpers for Y2 trips and in the classroom?
We would love to have some parent helpers; if you can spare even 30 minutes we would be delighted to see you.