Welcome to Year 2
Welcome to Year 2! This is an exciting and important year where children build upon the knowledge and skills developed in Key Stage 1 and become increasingly confident, independent learners.
At Jubilee Academy Mossley, we follow the Primary Knowledge Curriculum (PKC), a knowledge-rich curriculum that enables children to develop a deep understanding across all subjects. Learning is carefully sequenced so that pupils build on what they already know and make meaningful connections between different areas of the curriculum.
Our aim is for every child to develop a love of learning, curiosity about the world and the confidence to achieve their very best.
English
Reading and language remain at the heart of learning in Year 2.
Reading
Children will:
- Continue to develop reading fluency and expression.
- Read a wide range of fiction, non-fiction and poetry texts.
- Improve their understanding through questioning and discussion.
- Expand their vocabulary through high-quality literature.
- Develop confidence when reading independently.
Writing
Children will learn to:
- Write for a range of purposes and audiences.
- Use capital letters, full stops, question marks and exclamation marks correctly.
- Extend sentences using conjunctions.
- Use accurate spelling and phonics knowledge.
- Create stories, letters, reports and poetry.
Mathematics
Year 2 mathematics develops children’s confidence, reasoning and problem-solving skills.
Children will learn about:
- Place value within 100
- Addition and subtraction
- Multiplication and division
- Fractions
- Measurement
- Money
- Time
- Shape and geometry
- Statistics
Through practical activities and mathematical discussion, children learn to explain their thinking and apply their knowledge in different contexts.
Science
Science encourages children to explore, investigate and ask questions about the world around them.
Topics include:
- Living things and their habitats
- Plants
- Animals, including humans
- Uses of everyday materials
Children develop scientific enquiry skills by observing, identifying, comparing, classifying and recording their findings.
History
The PKC History curriculum introduces pupils to significant events, people and achievements from the past.
Children may learn about:
- Important historical figures
- Great explorers and pioneers
- Ancient societies
- Changes through time
- How historians learn about the past
Children develop an understanding of chronology and begin to recognise similarities and differences between different periods in history.
Geography
Year 2 geography helps children understand the wider world beyond their local area.
Topics may include:
- The United Kingdom
- Continents and oceans
- Comparing locations around the world
- Human and physical geography
- Weather and climate
- Maps and fieldwork skills
Children learn how people and places are connected across the globe.
Art and Design
Through studying artists and artistic techniques, children develop creativity, imagination and knowledge of the visual arts.
Children will:
- Experiment with drawing, painting and sculpture.
- Develop skills using different materials.
- Explore colour, pattern, texture and form.
- Learn about significant artists and their work.
- Create and evaluate their own artwork.
Design and Technology
Children use creativity and practical skills to design, make and evaluate products.
Learning includes:
- Designing with a purpose
- Food technology
- Mechanisms and structures
- Selecting appropriate materials
- Evaluating and improving designs
Children learn how designers and inventors solve problems in everyday life.
Music
Music lessons encourage creativity, expression and confidence.
Children will:
- Sing a variety of songs.
- Explore rhythm and pulse.
- Listen and respond to different styles of music.
- Play simple instruments.
- Create and perform musical patterns.
Computing
Children learn how technology can be used safely and effectively.
Areas of study include:
- Online safety
- Programming and coding
- Digital literacy
- Data and information
- Creating digital content
Children develop important skills for an increasingly digital world.
Religious Education
Through Religious Education, children explore beliefs, values and traditions from a range of faiths and cultures.
Children learn about:
- Christianity and other world religions
- Special books and stories
- Festivals and celebrations
- Places of worship
- Respect and understanding for others
Physical Education
PE helps children develop confidence, resilience and healthy lifestyles.
Activities include:
- Fundamental movement skills
- Team games
- Gymnastics
- Dance
- Athletics
- Outdoor and adventurous activities
Children learn the importance of teamwork, perseverance and physical wellbeing.
Personal Development
Personal development is woven throughout school life and helps children become responsible, respectful citizens.
Children will explore:
- Friendships and positive relationships
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Keeping safe
- Healthy lifestyles
- British Values
- Respect, tolerance and inclusion
How You Can Help at Home
You can support your child’s learning by:
- Listening to them read every day.
- Practising spellings and key vocabulary.
- Learning number facts and times tables.
- Encouraging curiosity and discussion about their learning.
- Ensuring homework is completed regularly.
- Promoting independence and responsibility.