Spring: Can you see the difference?
Enquiry
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Enquiry Knowledge mat
English
A high-quality text drives each of our enquiries and the texts are used to give knowledge and purpose to the enquiry. High quality texts can only be accessed through knowledge of vocabulary in different tiers. Explicit teaching of new vocabulary and using the classroom environment to showcase key vocabulary helps us to infuse rich and sophisticated vocabulary from EYFS to Year 6. The texts are used as a stimulus for both English and cross curricular writing, ensuring high expectations of our children. Reading is interwoven into all aspects of the enquiry to encourage reading and language development and promote reading for pleasure.
Key Texts
Maths
In maths we follow the Power Maths programme to support children’s learning and to build a deep understanding of maths concepts. Power Maths is a curriculum mastery programme designed to spark curiosity and excitement and nurture confidence in maths. It is built around a child‑centred lesson design that models and embeds a growth mindset approach to maths.
This term we are covering the following:
Addition and Subtraction Within 20
- Practicing addition and subtraction using numbers up to 20.
- Using number lines, objects, and pictorial representations to solve problems.
- Understanding the concept of "adding more" and "taking away."
- Developing fluency with addition and subtraction facts within 20.
Numbers to 50
- Counting, reading, and writing numbers up to 50.
- Exploring tens and ones to build a foundation for place value.
- Comparing and ordering numbers up to 50 using greater than, less than, and equal symbols.
- Counting forwards and backwards in ones and tens from any number within 50
Length and Height
- Comparing and measuring objects using non-standard units (e.g., cubes, hands).
- Understanding vocabulary related to length and height (taller, shorter, longer, shorter, etc.).
- Ordering objects based on length and height.
- Introducing simple measuring tools like rulers and learning to measure in centimeters.
Weight and Volume
- Comparing and measuring the weight of objects using non-standard units (e.g., cubes, hands).
- Understanding the concepts of "heavier" and "lighter."
- Comparing and measuring volume using containers and non-standard units (e.g., cups).
- Using vocabulary related to capacity (full, empty, nearly full, etc.).