Year 2 2026 - 2027
Mrs Wilson-Barker
Year 2 I 2026-2007
Class Teacher: Mrs Wilson-Barker
Teaching Assistant: Mrs Flint
A huge welcome to Year 2!
It is our absolute pleasure to welcome your child to Year 2. We are looking forward to a wonderful year together and are excited to work in partnership with you to support your child.
Year 2 is a year where pupils grow in independence and confidence. Our classroom is a welcoming, sunny, caring, and captivating environment where we champion curiosity, hands-on learning, teamwork, creativity, and a positive attitude to learning.
As we begin the new school year, please find some helpful information below.
Learning in Year 2
Pupils in Year 2 follow a broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum that builds on prior learning from Year 1 and prepares them for the increasing expectations of moving into Key Stage 2 at the end of the year. Alongside English and mathematics, pupils study a wide range of subjects including science, history, geography, art, design and technology, RE, computing, music, physical education, PSHE, alongside Forest School.
Learning is designed to develop pupils’ knowledge, confidence, resilience and independence, supporting them to become reflective and motivated learners.
Our Timetable
Autumn 1 Learning Overview
Homework
After listening to parent feedback, we have made homework simpler and hopefully more effective.
Expectations: daily reading (5 times per week) and TT Rockstars daily (5 times per week).
Year 2 Key Information
- School gates open at 8:45 am; registration is at 8:55 am - please ensure children are consistently punctual so that learning is not missed.
- Reading books are sent home daily and should be returned the following day.
- Weekly class updates are shared via ClassDojo, keeping parents informed about learning and upcoming activities.
- Please ensure your child’s uniform is clearly labelled.
- Jewellery should not be worn for school.
- Children may bring a water bottle to school each day.
- PE takes place on Monday – Please make sure your child wears their PE kit.
- Forest School: Thursdays - Please ensure your child has the weather-appropriate clothing and shoes for outdoor Forest School activities sent into school with them.
Our Class Vision – Guided by Our School Values
In Year 2, we live out our school values every day:
- Aspire – We always try our best and aim high in everything we do.
- Belong – We work together as a team, supporting one another and celebrating everyone’s strengths.
- Care – We show kindness, empathy and respect to ourselves, others and the world around us.
- Discover – We are curious learners who enjoy exploring new ideas and asking questions.
- Excellence – We take pride in our work and continually strive to improve.
Timetable, Curriculum & Homework
Our weekly timetable, curriculum overview and homework information can be found in the documents attached below.
Key Days to Remember
- PE Days: Monday
- Forest School: Thursday
- Library Day: Thursday
- Homework: Homework Cycle
- Reading: Pupils should read at home daily and have their reading record signed
- Spellings: Please see spelling list below for Y1/Y2 common exception words.
Learning in Action
To support strong home–school communication, examples of learning in action, curriculum enrichment and class updates are shared regularly on our Year 2 ClassDojo page, allowing parents and carers to engage with their child’s learning journey.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns or would simply like to get in touch, please do not hesitate to contact us directly through Class Dojo, via the school office or by email. We value strong communication and partnership with parents and carers.