End of unit quizzes
Have a go at our quizzes to see what you can remember from the Science and Geography learning this half term.
Wonderful writing!
From Mr Gathercole, who leads the Y1,2 home learning writing sessions…
Hello writers,
I’ve been absolutely blown away by the amazing writing that’s been sent in to us recently. Teachers always enjoy reading your work so keep sending those emails.
Whether it be writing about fairytales or poetry about aliens, you’ve produced great writing. We’re so proud of everyone for all of their hard work. You should be very proud, too!
First up, we see some brilliant re-telling of a classic fairy tale. Can you pick out words from each that you really like and are going to use in your writing?
Our first piece comes from Moortown. What great editing and improvements to what was already a great piece of writing! Now it’s even better.
This next entry comes from a writer at St James’ CE. Lots of great adjectives have been used. This wolf sounds a bit mischievous to me.
Back to Moortown for another great tale. When you read this, how do you know it is probably a fairy tale?
Next, we’ve some poetry based on the poem, Aliens Stole My Underpants by Brian Moses. It turns out that the aliens stole more than just underpants! Here’s what a couple of Scholes writers had to say on the matter.
Olivia wrote this great letter after our prime minister got in touch with us. Here’s a link to that message in case you missed it.
It sounds like this super learner at St James’ CE does a lot to keep positive during lockdown. It sounds like you’re doing a lot to have a healthy body and mind.
This writer at Scholes is spending lots time outside. There is so much detail that we can easily picture what you do to stay happy and healthy.
We may not be at school but these learners have all remembered to take pride in their presentation. To everyone at Scholes, Moortown and St James’ CE, keep being amazing.
This week’s update
We hope you are all staying safe and well at the moment. It’s always great to see so many of the class joining us on the daily class Zoom. There are always lots of smiles when the children see their friends. Please do ask if you need us to resend the Zoom details (carolinetaylor@spherefederation.org and jackiefreeman@spherefederation.org).
We continue to feel proud and happy when we receive learning from home. Keep this up! One more week of learning until the half term break.
Here’s a selection of the learning we’ve received this week.
Super spelling practice, Aliza.
Great writing, while at home on the snow day, Austen.
Always a variety of learning completed at home – with help from a pet!
Keep up the great learning, Daman. We loved the snow volcano!
Super learning across all subjects.
Impressive editing in writing and five minute moves with Joe Wicks to keep energised.
Lots of great learning – keep working hard.
Super writing and even a snow dog!
Great home learning, Saba.
Lexia
Well done to Rico and Hollie for reaching their next level in Lexia.
If your child has already reached the end of the Year 1 learning on Lexia (Level 5 certificate), an alternative can be Phonics Play (username Sphere password Spher3). Select Phase 5 games when prompted.
Numbots
We’ve seen an increase in the usage of Numbots since the children have been at home. Well done to the following children who have achieved these levels.
Rust
Austen, Avneet, Elena, Erica, Evie, Luke, Nate, Raushan, Roshni, Sophie and Tyreece
Iron
Aliza, Charlie, Grace, Haleema, Hollie, Ibrahim Sh, Ibrahim Sy, Keira, Matin, Rico, Rohan, Rory, Saavi, Talha and Victoria
Tin
Daman, Daniyal and Saba
Brass
Hadi
Authors and illustrators
Finally, here’s a link if you would like to hear some stories read by their authors and also the chance to draw alongside some illustrators.
We’ve some fans of Draw with Rob in the class if you’ve not had a look at this online before.
Super learners
Well done Year 1 and your families for another great week of learning. We’ve been sent lots of super learning and we are always pleased to see how you are all getting on.
Here’s a selection.
Keep working hard, Aliza.
Daman – the geographer, scientist and artist
Great concentration and learning at home
Mastering number bonds in maths and impressive writing, Grace
Working hard at home and enjoying the big garden bird watch
Super maths learning, Rico
Keep working hard, Saba
Beautifully presented learning, Saavi
Super home learning and birthday celebrations
Great science investigation and writing, Evie
Great maths and phonics practice, Roshni
Super home learning across all subjects
Continuing to read is important while you are at home.
There are some online books that you can access for free (you can search by age and by phonics phase – Phase 5 Letters and Sounds).
Here’s a link to some story books online that you might want to listen to.
We’ve had some lockdown birthdays since Christmas so happy birthday to these children.
Rico, Sophie, Luke, Hadi, Hollie and Grace
Finally, well done this week to Roshni, Sophie and Matin for achieving their next level in Lexia.
Well done, everybody. We are very proud of you. Hope you have another productive week, stay safe and keep in touch.
Year 1 star learners
Here’s this weeks’ round up of your great learning at home. We continue to be very proud of all the children’s efforts. Thank you for supporting their learning and for keeping in touch.
Great phonics, science and maths learning, Damanjit.
Super home learning, Grace.
What improving handwriting, Hadi!
Keep working hard, Ibrahim.
Super concentration
Great learning and keeping active
More super learning and activities at home
Great handwriting and artwork too
Impressive learning, Daniyal
Also, it’s great to see children using Numbots and Lexia as part of their learning at home at the moment. Please do contact us if you need any login details.
Well done to Victoria, Matin, Roshni, Rohan and Rico who have reached their next level in Lexia. Well done!
Superstar learners
All the Year 1 adults are very proud of all the children learning at home and learning at school at the moment. We miss not being together but we hope you are safe and well at home. The daily Zoom calls are a great way for the children to see their friends. Please ask if you need the joining instructions.
We always enjoy seeing the work sent in from home. Please continue to send this to us (carolinetaylor@spherefederation.org and jackiefreeman@spherefederation.org) and keep looking on the class news page.
Well done to Rico for getting the first Lexia certificate of this lockdown. Who will be next?
Aliza the scientist
Working hard at home
Great science learning, Rico
Great spelling, Daman.
Super questions and science learning
Ibrahim the geographer
Lots of fun in the snow.
A message for Year 1
Hello Year 1. We’re sorry we can’t see you all back in school right now but here’s a quick update from Mrs Taylor.
Email us (carolinetaylor@spherefederation.org and jackiefreeman@spherefederation.org) if you have any questions.
A quick hello
A quick message from Mrs Freeman. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FrIcaKA0v8BCxw9CntV196yicBLwb1Ir/view?usp=sharing
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year to Year 1 and their families.
We hope you have all had a safe and enjoyable break.
Mrs Taylor, Mrs Freeman, Mrs Bharath and Mrs Roth would like to say a big thank you for all our wonderful and thoughtful gifts. We are very grateful.
Year 1 would like to say…….
As we approach the end of a very different autumn term, the children would like to share a few messages with you all.
First of all, as parents haven’t been able to come into school to see what’s been happening in our history topic, the children wanted to share a very special song. This song is about the events of The Great Fire of London and includes some Makaton symbols and signs. Makaton is similar to sign language and aids communication and speech. By using Makaton, the children (and adults) were able to take a more active part in the song. We have been very impressed with how quickly the class learnt the actions to fit the song. We hope you enjoy it.
September 1666
Performed by Year 1 
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1pepWlCv4LSuDfYcy7LTU25-ly3uo3zcf?usp=sharing
Next, the children thought about some very special messages. They were asked to think about sending a wish to people, who are important, in their lives.
I wish ………..
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ih2JfJ4Bsu4FcmOCmPL_mW83gTK9OeBc?usp=sharing
Finally, we would all like to say a huge well done to all the children in Year 1. Over the term, we have seen the children mature, gain confidence, improve their learning and all with smiles on their faces. Year 1 staff are immensely proud of each and every child. We thank you all for your continued support and regular communications.
Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday! 
