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23 January 2024

Coding with Variables

Year 2 used what they learnt about variables in their previous computing lesson to program variables in a coding app. The children had to input algorithms to make a monster move as well as inputting variables to change the score each time the monster collected a gem. How proud they all were when…

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19 January 2024

Year 2 Visit the Library Van

Year 2 had a wonderful time browsing through all the books on offer on the library and today. They choose a good selection of fiction, non- fiction and poetry. They couldn’t wait to take them back to class and read them.

 

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19 January 2024

Making Healthy Jam Jar Salads

In Design Technology Year 2 have been learning about the difference between processed and unprocessed foods. They found out that fruit and vegetables are unprocessed and give use nutrients to help us stay healthy. The children enjoyed learning how to use the claw and bridge grip to cut vegetables…

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12 January 2024

Exploring Variables in Y2 Computing

Year 2 started their coding unit by exploring the concept of  variables. They worked in small groups to test a number of materials to see if they float or sink. They used what they had observed to input the data in to the variables record sheet.

 

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5 January 2024

Exploring Shape

Year 2 are currently learning about 2D shapes. Today they have been exploring how to use a ruler to draw shapes then they spent some time exploring how to make shapes using a geoboard on the iPads. They had great fun seeing how many different representations of shapes they could make.

 

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13 December 2023

Christmas Dinner Day 2023

Our Year 2 children enjoyed the most delicious Christmas Dinner today. They had great fun pulling their crackers to see what was inside then sharing the jokes they found inside them.

 

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12 December 2023

The Sleepy Shepherd

Today the Year 2 children performed their Christmas play for the whole school in the morning then for their families in the afternoon. All the children have been working hard to learn all the songs and lines. Both audiences were dazzled and amazed by the beautiful singing and dancing. What a…

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5 December 2023

Pantomime Fun for Year 2

This afternoon Year 2 along with Reception and Year 1 went to see the pantomime ‘Sleeping Beauty’. They had lots of fun laughing at the jokes and joining in with the chanting. What a wonderful time was had by all! 
 

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1 December 2023

Christmas Storytime and Draw-along Session

Today the children joined an online Christmas story time and draw-along with the author and illustrator Nick Sherratt and Pippa Goodhart. They shared their new book ‘You Choose Christmas’ with the children, taking them on an adventure through different Christmas scenes. Afterwards the children…

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22 November 2023

Friendship Disco 2023

Year 2 children came to school in non-uniform today ready for the Friendship Disco after school. They had a thoroughly enjoyable time dancing, playing musical statues and sharing a snack and a drink. Everyone went home happy and smiling.

 

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20 November 2023

Y2 Panathlon

Some of our Year 2 children represented us at a Panathlon competition. The children took part in many activities using their throwing and catching skills to aim at a target. They showed great perseverance and sportsmanship.

 

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17 November 2023

Anti Bullying Week 2023

In P.S.H.E. this week the Year 2 children have been exploring what bullying is and the feelings relating to it. Later in the week during their computing lesson they explored what online bullying is and what they could do if they are bullied. They created supportive sunflowers showing the people…

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