20/03/2026 Y1R
Date: 20th Mar 2026 @ 3:37pm
What a busy and exciting week it has been in Year 1! The children have been working incredibly hard across all areas of the curriculum, and we are very proud of everything they have achieved. Here is a little look at what we have been learning.
In Science, the children have been learning all about trees and the different parts of a tree. We explored trunks, branches, leaves and roots, and talked about how each part helps the tree to survive. The class enjoyed comparing different types of trees and spotting the differences between deciduous and evergreen trees.
Our Geography work this week involved some real fieldwork skills. The children investigated which UK capital city is the most popular with people in our school community. They collected data, asked questions, and worked together to tally the results. It was wonderful to see them acting like young geographers, thinking carefully about information and how to record it.
In Maths, Year 1 have been learning how to measure mass and capacity. They have been using balancing scales, comparing objects to find which is heavier or lighter. There has been lots of practical, hands‑on learning and the children have become more confident using mathematical language to explain their thinking.
This week in Art, we have been practising different shading techniques such as hatching and cross‑hatching. The children experimented with pencil marks to create light and dark areas. These new skills are helping us get ready to draw Peter Rabbit. The children have really enjoyed trying out new artistic techniques!
In PSHE, our focus has been on how to keep money safe. We talked about where money comes from, how we use it, and why it’s important to look after it. The children shared lots of thoughtful ideas about saving money and making sensible choices.
Music lessons have been full of excitement as the children have been learning to play the glockenspiels. They practised keeping a steady beat and playing simple patterns. The classroom has been filled with lovely sounds as everyone tried their best to follow the music.
In English, we continued our work on Peter Rabbit. The children sequenced the story carefully and discussed the events in order. We also thought about a big question:
How will Peter escape from Mr McGregor’s garden?
The class came up with some wonderful ideas and enjoyed imagining Peter’s next move.
It has been a fantastic week of learning, and we can’t wait to see what the children achieve next. Well done, Year 1!
