Class Teacher:

Mrs Porter

Classroom Support Year 2:

Mrs Halfyard

A Year in Year 2:

Phonics:

Please click here to read all about our Phonics scheme called Little Wandle.

Reading:

Children should read at least three pages per night of their reading book and this should be recorded in their reading record. 

Spelling:

As a school from Year 2 onwards, we use an online platform called Spelling Frame. 

Once introduced to the children this year, we will set the children a spelling rule or pattern that they can practise using Spelling Frame online. When the children log onto Spelling Frame, they will select the rule that has been set for that week. Then, they can play various games to practice the rules as well as trying a mock test.

TT Rockstars:

Children should use the TT Rockstars programme to practise their times tables regularly. 

Mathletics:

Children will be set one piece of Mathletics homework online per week.

Please note that Spelling Frame, TTRockstars and Mathletics will be introduced to the Year 2 children slowly and not all at once.  We will send a jotter out to inform you once it has been introduced. 

Knowledge Organisers:

The minimum knowledge that children need to know for each topic have been put together onto one knowledge organiser. Click here to be taken to the different Knowledge Organisers for our topics.

P.E:

Our PE days are and  Please make sure the children come in to school in their PE kits for these days.

Please remember that earrings are not allowed to be worn during PE lessons and tape coverings are not allowed. 

Useful Documents

High Frequency Words

First 100 High Frequency Words

200 High Frequency Words

H O M E W O R K

By the end of Year 2, the children's homework will be:

Reading - Read at least 3 pages of your reading book everyday. 

TTRockstars - Children should practise their times tables at least 3 times per week, using the 'Garage' mode. 

Spelling Frame - Practice the week's spelling rule at least 3 times a week.

Mathletics - One piece of Maths homework will be set on here per week.

Homework will be set on a Monday and will be due in on the following Monday. The children are of course welcome to complete more than the minimum expectations.

Please note that Spelling Frame, TTRockstars and Mathletics will be introduced to Year 2 children slowly and not all at once. We will send a jotter out to inform you once it has been introduced. 

Please feel free to download and print a weekly homework checklist to help you keep on track:

Times Table Rock Stars

As part of their weekly homework, children are expected to log on to TTRS to assist with their learning of times tables. They should be using the 'Garage' mode to learn their set times tables, at least 3 times a week, at a very minimum. They can also use any other game mode, however many of these are all times table and division facts up to 12x12.

The children have been using TTRS in school for a number of months now and should be able to comfortably navigate their way through the site. Please see the information below to familarise yourself with how the site works. 

TTRS: Parent Guide

This document provides a break down of how the site works. If you require more information, please click here.

Little Wandle -

We are excited to be delivering the Little Wandle Fluency Programme in Year 2 this year. This programme is designed to build on the phonics knowledge your child has already gained and help them develop into confident, fluent, and expressive readers.

What is the Little Wandle Fluency Programme?

The Little Wandle Fluency Programme is the next step after Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised (our phonics programme in Reception and Year 1). It focuses on fluency, which means helping children to read smoothly, accurately, and with expression. The aim is for children to move beyond decoding (sounding out) words, so they can read quickly and confidently, and understand what they read.

How Will It Be Delivered in Year 2?

• Daily Reading Practice: Children will take part in daily small-group reading sessions using specially selected books from the programme. These books are carefully matched to their reading level and support the development of fluency and comprehension.

• Guided Support: During these sessions, children will read the same text across several days, allowing them to become familiar with it. Teachers will model fluent reading and help children work on pace, expression, and understanding.

• Focus on Vocabulary and Comprehension: Alongside developing fluency, children will also discuss new vocabulary, answer questions about the text, and explore the meaning behind what they read.

• Re-reading and Confidence Building: Re-reading the same text allows children to grow in confidence and feel successful as readers, which builds motivation and enjoyment.

How Will This Support Your Child?

• Helps your child read with greater speed, accuracy, and understanding.

• Builds confidence and makes reading feel easier and more enjoyable.

• Improves listening and speaking skills through discussion and use of expressive reading.

• Provides strong foundations for reading more challenging books later in Key Stage 2.

We are committed to ensuring every child becomes a confident, enthusiastic reader. The Little Wandle Fluency Programme is a key part of that journey in Year 2.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please don’t hesitate to ask.

Accelerated Reader

STAR Reader Quizzes- After Christmas

Every half term, the children will take a STAR Reader quiz in school to determine their reading book level. Please watch the video below for more information. 

Accelerated Reader Quizzes

Once your child has finished their reading book, the must complete a quiz, at home, on the book using Accelerated Reader. Please watch the video below for more information on how to complete quizzes.

Parent Guide for Accelerated Reader- After Christmas

Spelling Frame

Mathletics