Year 1

Mrs. L. Meehan

Year 1

Curriculum Map

Year 1

Curriculum Meeting

Class Teacher

Mrs. L. Rollason

Teaching Assistant

Mrs. S. Finegan

Midday Supervisor

Miss. M. Martin

Special Moments in Our Week:

Our week is peppered with highlights like "Mastering Number" sessions to sharpen mental agility and our active PE afternoons. Every Friday, we gather for our Merit Assembly, a special ceremony where we shine a light on the hard work and kind hearts of our pupils.

These daily habits build the stamina our children need to tackle the exciting subjects waiting for them in our wider curriculum.

The Magic of Learning:

Phonics, Reading, and Beyond. If the curriculum is a kingdom, Phonics and Reading are the golden keys.

We use the Little Wandle Letters and Sounds scheme to ensure every child becomes a fluent, confident reader who can unlock the secrets of any book they find.

Gallery

Calendar

The Garswood Calendar can be found on the home page of our website or by clicking the link opposite to give you access to term dates, trips, annual and special events and much more.

After that click on the gallery link to witness how we recorded and celebrated these events and relive some happy Garswood memories. We also have the Garswood on Video page for some more active memories such as assemblies and events that have occurred over the years.

All our images have meta data removed before uploading to ensure the image doesn't contain hidden data—like GPS location, timestamps, and camera details—embedded inside the file, without changing how the image looks.

If you are a parent or guardian at Garswood, you will have been given the opportunity to link your email address to your child's journal to receive additional photos, videos, updates, links, news and a weekly class update from the SeeSaw App available on all Apple or IOS devices.

Click on the link below to log in, or if you are struggling, please contact your child's class teacher.

If all that isn't enough, we also have our @Garswoodprimaryschool Instagram page, full of our latest adventures and special events.

We will not upload any images of your child without your permission. When your child starts their Garswood journey all parents and guardians are asked for signed permission for the various platforms and this permission can be withdrawn at any time.

SeeSaw

Instagram

A typical day in Year 1

u8.40 - 9.00am - Morning activities

u9.00 - 9.15am - Assembly

u9.20 - 9.50am - Phonics

u9.50 -10.45am - English/ handwriting

u10.44 -11.00am - Break time

u11.00 -11.45am - Maths

u11.45 - 12.45pm - Lunchtime

u12.45 - 1.00pm - Mastering number

u1.00 - 2.00pm - Lesson

u2.00 - 3.00pm - Lesson

u3.00 - 3.15pm - Story time

Important Bits & Bobs:

Independence is a major goal in Year 1. Having the right kit ready helps your child feel "set for success" from the moment they walk through the door.

Back-to-School Checklist

• [ ] Labels: Every jumper, fleece, and PE shoe must be clearly named!

• [ ] Water Bottle: Labelled and containing water only.

• [ ] PE Kits: Indoor and outdoor kits should be worn to school on the specific PE days outlined each half term.

• [ ] The "One Keyring" Rule: To keep our cloakrooms tidy and accessible, please limit book bags to one small keyring.

• [ ] Forest School Kit: Brought in a separate bag (plus a spare carrier) only on FS days.

• [ ] Jewellery: No earrings; only sensible watches are permitted.

Phonics & The Screening Check:

A Parent’s Guide - What is Phonics?

It is the method of teaching children to recognize the sounds (phonemes) that letters (graphemes) make. We teach them to "crunch" sounds together to read and "segment" them to spell.

What is the Phonics Screening Check?

In June, Year 1 children nationwide participate in this check. It is not a reading test. It is simply a way to confirm that your child has mastered decoding to an age-appropriate standard.

The Reading and Writing Recipe:

1. The Three School Reads: We read in groups at least 3 times a week, focusing on Decoding (reading the words), Prosody (reading with expression), and Comprehension (understanding the story).

2. The Shared Book: This is a book for enjoyment. Making this a special "cuddle time" at home is the best way to foster a lifelong love of stories.

3. Handwriting Magic: We use Little Wandle Handwriting rhymes to help letters sit neatly on the line. We focus on correct formation now so they are ready for joined-up writing in Year 2.

Our Curriculum:

Our curriculum map is a diverse journey that takes learning "beyond the classroom," connecting classroom facts to the real world through visitors and voyages.

History & Geography

We begin with our own roots, taking a Garswood Local Walk to spot human and physical features. We then expand our horizons to the city, visiting the Lowry Art Gallery and the National Football Museum to study local legends like Lily Parr and the Steve Prescott Foundation.

Home Learning & Staying in Touch:

We view parents as our vital partners. Our "Open Door" policy means we are always here to chat, support, and celebrate your child’s progress with you. Homework is issued on Friday and should be returned by Wednesday:

• Reading: Record school and shared books on your sheet.

• Phonics: Use the weekly sheet to reinforce the sounds and sentences we’ve mastered in class.

• Maths & Spellings: Tasks focused on the previous week's work to keep those skills "sharp." Spellings are tested every Friday.