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Mrs Howarth Miss Haworth

Welcome to Star Class - a vibrant group of 30 young pupils who are all eager and enthusiastic to grow, learn and have lots of fun together. It is a privilege to teach, support and nurture each of the children to achieve their fullest potential whilst in Year Two.

"Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it."

Proverbs 22: 6

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Happy New Year and a warm welcome back from myself, Miss Haworth and Mr Wood! We hope you and the children had a wonderful Christmas and are feeling well rested. Thank you so much for the thoughtful Christmas cards and gifts sent at the end of last term. We had a peaceful holiday and are excited to teach your children some enjoyable topics this term.

In our upcoming English unit, the children will explore The Crow’s Tale, a story full of adventure and clever problem-solving. Through this engaging tale, they will develop reading comprehension, expand their vocabulary, and practise storytelling skills. The unit also includes fun activities such as role-play, creative writing, and art projects, allowing the children to bring the story to life while enhancing their imagination and teamwork.

In maths, we will focus on length, temperature, graphs, and money. The children will enjoy a variety of practical and stimulating lessons designed to develop their mathematical skills. Morning maths will include arithmetic and reasoning problems, with a strong focus on learning the 2, 5, and 10 times tables. Look out for fun activities in your child’s homework pack.

PSHE this term will focus on Health and Wellbeing. Lessons will include discussions, role play, debates, and quizzes. In RE, we will explore the importance of community in people’s lives and learn how the cycle of a year and the span of a lifetime include occasions for both regular celebrations and special surprises. Children will express their learning through art, role play, and discussion.

In Computing, we will explore digital photography, linking our learning to Geography. In DT, we will practise cutting and sewing skills to design our own pouches—parents and carers are warmly invited to join us on DT Day in the school hall.

PE will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday. Children should come to school in their PE kit: black leggings or jogging bottoms, a PE top, a jumper, hoody or cardigan, and trainers of their choice.

Every Friday, children will bring home a phonics/spelling focus pack, which includes an activity sheet and a reading book based on the week’s learning. Packs should be returned by the following Thursday so they can be updated.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me at chowarth@olsa.lancs.sch.uk and I will respond at the earliest opportunity.

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