St Thomas' Church Of England Primary School

St Thomas' Church Of England Primary School

Inspiring each other to shine - Matthew 5:16

Kindness*Friendship*Thankfulness*Honesty*Peace*Respect*Self-Control*Love

St Thomas' Road, Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire, FY8 1JN

01253 722022

office@st-thomas.lancs.sch.uk

YEAR 2

Teacher: Miss Grove

Teaching Assistants: Mrs Riley (am)  & Mrs Colley (pm) 

Our Gospel Value is:  Thankfulness

Pupil Leaders

Our School Councillors: Etta and Rupert

Our Eco Warriors: Sophia S and Harry

Our SHINE Councillors: Daisy and Claris

Our link Governor:  Lynne Davies

 

Helpful Information:

Reading books will be changed on a Friday

Reading records are needed in school every day

Library book changing day is Wednesday 

PE days are Tuesday and Friday - come in PE kits ready for these lessons.

  • Please note that jewellery and accessories (e.g. watches, hair bows) must not be worn on a PE day due to safety reasons.

Spelling test weekly on Friday

Homework is given out every Friday to be completed and returned by the following Thursday

Log-ons for Times Tables Rock Stars and Numbots are on the front of your child's reading record

Healthy snacks - if your child does not have morning toast, they may bring in a healthy snack - no chocolate or biscuits or products containing nuts please. 

Water bottles - children will need a water bottle in school each day.

  • This must contain water - no juice or flavoured water.
  • Please make sure water bottles are clearly named and are returned daily after washing.

 

Looking ahead:

  • Monday 4th May - Bank holiday
  • Friday 15th May - School closes for May half term 
  • Monday 1st June - INSET day 
  • Tuesday 2nd June - School re-opens at 8:50am 
  • Friday 5th June - Class photos whole school
  • Monday 8th June - KS1 Phonics screener
  • Monday 8th June-Friday 12th June - Y2 SATs week 
  • Monday 15th June - Father's day stall opens in school
  • Friday 26th June - Y2 History workshop with Mr Warrell 
  • Friday 26th June - Summer fair at 3:30-5:00pm 
  • Wednesday 1st July - Wonderful Wednesday 
  • Thursday 9th July - Moving up session for all pupils
  • Wednesday 8th July-Friday 10th July - Theme week 
  • Friday 17th July - Reports out 
  • Monday 20th July - Parents meeting after reports (if required) 
  • Monday 20th July - Awards service in Church
  • Tuesday 21st July - Y6 Leavers service
  • Tuesday 21st July - School closes for summer holidays

 

Summer Term message from Miss Grove:

Welcome back – I hope you all had a lovely Easter break and are ready for a busy and exciting Summer Term in Year 2!

This term is always a busy and enjoyable one. We have lots of exciting learning planned across this term. In Maths, we will be learning about fractions, telling the time, and exploring position and direction. 

In Science, the children will be learning about animal survival and what animals need to stay healthy and alive.

Our History learning will focus on Magnificent Monarchs, where we will explore important kings and queens from the past - this will also link to an exciting, fun workshop later in the term provided by Mr Warrell!

Reading continues to be a key focus, and we will keep developing fluency, comprehension and a love of books through daily reading activities and shared texts. Writing lessons will be based on engaging stories and topics to support creativity and confidence.

Throughout this term, the children will be gently preparing for their end of KS1 assessments. We will continue to support the children in feeling confident with their learning, feeling supported and feeling proud of their progress. These assessments are nothing for the children to worry about and are there to provide an end of key stage baseline. Any questions about this I am more than happy to help. There is also information further down that can be used to help support your child at home. 

As the weather improves, we will enjoy making the most of the sunshine! I am really looking forward to another positive and productive term of learning together in Year 2.

Thank you for your continued support,
Miss Grove

 

 

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Spotting minibeasts!

Posted: May 7, 2025 by: K Warburton (K.Warburton) on: Year 2 Blog

Year 2 went into Forest School last week to hunt for and identify different types of minibeasts living in the woodland habitat. We focused on two microhabitats: under logs and in the grass. The children spotted so many creatures, such as ladybirds, centipedes, woodlice and lots of slugs! We explored wht the microhabitats are providing the animals and why the minibeasts like it in damp, dark places.

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