Year 2&3

Parents Information Booklet 2013 - 2014

Mr Frater

Curriculum:Year 2&3 - Curriculum PlanMilestone 2 (Age 7-9)

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Language Arts Primary Framework for Literacy

Primary Framework for Literacy

Primary Framework for Literacy

Mathematics Primary Framework for Numeracy

Primary Framework for Numeracy

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Curriculum:Curriculum - Overview

At C.E.T. International Primary School we work with two different curricula: the English National Curriculum for English and Mathematics; the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for all other curriculum areas.

The International Primary Curriculum is an international curriculum providing a cross-curricular, thematic, rigorous teaching structure designed to engage children of all abilities in today’s world.

For more information on the International Primary Curriculum, please visitwww.internationalprimarycurriculum.com.

English National Curriculum General Aims and Objectives

For Literacy and Numeracy we follow the English National Curriculum which can be found online: http://curriculum.qca.org.uk

In Key Stage One (ages 5 to 7) and Key Stage Two (ages 7 to 11 years) our overall aim is to develop the confidence of the children in all forms of the English language: spoken, written, creative, grammatical. We build on the firm language base given to children during their years in Nursery and Reception class (age 3-5). At C.E.T. International Primary School our aim is that children develop their language skills throughout the day’s activities, not in isolated English lessons.

Great emphasis is placed on the contribution of each individual to the school life. This is not only based the child’s contribution in class, but also through increasing whole school contribution in assemblies and Citizenship projects in the community. All children also benefit from regular assemblies prepared by each class and these offer invaluable opportunities to gain confidence in language skills in front of an audience and offer a forum for sharing ideas and experiences.

Within the classroom, children are asked to work in a variety of situations in order to promote development of their English language. They work as a class, in small groups, in pairs, on activities such as telling their news, forming questions and giving answers, on discussions, debates, telling stories or reading poems, sequencing, predicting, etc. They work in both formal and informal situations and

are always encouraged to express themselves in English among their peers and with staff.

Curriculum:Literacy Year 2

SPEAKING AND LISTENING

The children are encouraged to speak with confidence and clarity and to include relevant details. Good pronunciation and intonation are encouraged.

During Year 2 children will have opportunities to:

Speaking• Speak with clarity and use appropriate intonation when reading and reciting texts• Tell real and imagined stories using the conventions of familiar story language• Explain ideas and processes using imaginative and adventurous vocabulary and non-verbal gestures to support communication

Listening and

Responding

• Listen to others in class, ask relevant questions and follow instructions• Listen to talk by an adult, remember some specific points and identify what they have learned• Respond to presentations by describing characters, repeating some highlights and commenting constructively

Group Discussion

• Work effectively in groups by ensuring that each group member takes a turn challenging, supporting and moving on• Listen to each other's views and preferences, agree the next steps to take and identify contributions by each group member

Drama• Adopt appropriate roles in small or large groups and consider alternative courses of action• Present part of traditional stories, their own stories or work drawn from different parts of the curriculum for members of their own class• Consider how mood and atmosphere are created in live or recorded performance

WRITING

We aim to provide the children with a growing ability to construct and convey meaning in written language, matching style to audience and purpose.

By the end of Year 2 children should:

Phonics and spelling

• Be able to spell all of the words in the Year 1 and Year 2 key word lists.• Spell two-syllable words, e.g. sometimes,

Handwriting • Use joined-up handwriting.

Style • Begin to use conjunctions to write compound sentences.• Give detail to engage the reader.

Punctuation • Punctuate some sentences in the course of writing, using capital letters, full stops and question marks.• Begin to use commas in lists.

Purpose and organisation

• Write a recount or narrative in sentences using connectives that signal time, e.g. then, after, before, meanwhile.• Begin to show some consistency in use of 1st or 3rd person and tense.• Apply knowledge of story elements such as setting, dialogue, characterisation, story language and structures.• Begin to show some characteristics of chosen form.

Process• Write initial jottings, notes and ideas before writing.• Rehearse sentences, and adapt and re-read during writing to identify where improvements might be made and to spot errors.

READING

Our focus is the development of the ability to read, understand, respond to and enjoy all types of writing as well as the development of information retrieval strategies for the purposes of study.We use the Oxford Reading Tree scheme along with additional readers, both fiction and non-fiction, to provide a broad range of reading. Books are banded into separate levels giving children the opportunity to make their own choice of reading book from the correct level.

By the end of Year 2 children should:

Word recognition and phonic knowledge

• Be able to sight read all of the words in the Year 1 and Year 2 key word lists.• Use a variety of strategies to decipher unfamiliar words.• Read aloud with intonation and expression, taking account of the punctuation.

Use of context• Make predictions using experience of other books with a similar theme.• Use an understanding of the structure of non-chronological reports, explanations and instructions to make predictions.

Knowing how texts work

• Make comparisons between books, noting similarities and differences.• Understand how to use alphabetically ordered texts.

Interpretation and Response

• Identify key themes and discuss reasons for events in stories.• Begin to understand the effect of different words and phrases.• Evaluate the usefulness of information in answering specific questions.

Attitude• Make choices about which books to read based on prior reading experience.• Respond to text discussing preference with reference to favourite characters, and books with similar themes.

Curriculum:Literacy Year 3

In Literacy pupils develop skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Our objective in KS2, is to enable our pupils to express themselves creatively and imaginatively and to communicate with others effectively.

SPEAKING AND LISTENING

During KS2, pupils learn how to speak in a range of contexts, adapting what they say and how they say it, according to purpose and audience.

During Year 3 children will have opportunities to:

Speaking• Choose and prepare poems or stories for performance, identifying appropriate expression, tone,volume and use of voices and other sounds• Sustain conversation, explain or give reasons for their views or choices• Develop and use specific vocabulary in different contexts

Listening and

Responding• Follow up others' points and show whether they agree or disagree in whole-class discussion• Identify the presentational features used to communicate the main points in a broadcast

Group Discussion

• Use talk to organise roles and action• Actively include and respond to all members of the group• Use the language of possibility to investigate and reflect on feelings, behaviour or relationships

Drama • Present events and characters through dialogue to engage the interest of an audience• Use some drama strategies to explore stories or issues• Identify and discuss qualities of others' performances, including gesture, action and costume

WRITING

In Key Stage 2 children will have ample experience of different types of writing and for different purposes and audiences. Children will be encouraged to use their knowledge about language, applying word, sentence and text level knowledge. It is important that they begin to plan, proof-read and redraft their work, in order to become more independent in their writing.

By the end of Year 3 children should:

Phonics and spelling

• Attempt to spell unfamiliar words using known conventions and rules and a range of strategies• Spell words containing common prefixes and suffixes, e.g. un-, dis-, -ly, -ful.• Spell inflected forms of words containing short vowel, doubling the final consonant where necessary, e.g.win – winning, beg – begged

Handwriting • Write legibly with a joined hand, maintaining consistency in size and spacing.

Style• Use interesting vocabulary; vary use of adjectives and verbs for impact.• Use terminology appropriate to text type.• Write simple and compound sentences.• Begin to use some subordinators e.g. if, so, while, though, since.

Punctuation • Demarcate sentence in the course of writing, using full stops, capital letters, question and exclamation marks, usually accurately.

• Begin to use speech marks and capital letters for a range of purposes.• Secure the use of commas in a list.

Purpose and

organisation

• Use 1st or 3rd person and tense consistently.• Use a range of connectives that signal time.• Vary story openings to create effects, such as building tension and suspense, creating moods, establishing character and scene setting.• In non-fiction, begin using basic structure, e.g. introductory and concluding statements in non-chronological reports.• Sequence sentence to extend ideas logically.

Process

• Generate and collect suitable words and phrases before writing.• Use different planning formats, e.g. charting, mapping, flow charts, simple storyboards.• Make and use notes.• Identify and consider audience and how this affects writing.• Mentally rehearse writing, and cumulatively re-read, making adaptations and corrections.• Be able to improve own writing and correct errors.

READING

Throughout KS2, pupils will read a range of materials, using their knowledge of words, sentences and texts, to understand and respond to the meaning. They increase their ability to read challenging and lengthy texts independently, reflecting on the meaning and analysing and discussing various aspects related to specific genre.

By the end of Year 3 children should:

Word recognition and phonic knowledge

• Recognise a range of prefixes and suffixes to construct the meanings of words in context• Recognise the function of the apostrophe for omission and pronounce contracted forms correctly• Recognise the full range of consonant digraphs, e.g. kn, wr, ph

Grammatical Awareness

• Read aloud with intonation and expression taking account of punctuation• Understand how pronouns are used and apply this information to maintain understanding when reading• Understand how dialogue is punctuated and laid out and read with appropriate expression

Use of context • Know how language is used to create effects• Use bibliographic knowledge

Knowing how texts work

• Understand the difference between prose and play scripts• Understand the features of page layout in non-fiction texts• Understand how to use indexes to locate specific information

Interpretation and Response

• Explore underlying themes and ideas, making clear references to the text• When reading aloud show awareness and understanding of the different voices in stories• Discuss the actions of the main characters and justify views using evidence from the text.• Identify the main point and summarise orally the content of the passage of text• Use notes to summarise the main points from a passage or text• Evaluate the usefulness of information

Attitude• Sustain silent reading to include longer, more complex texts• Draw on knowledge of authors and types of books they write to inform choices• Read aloud confidently to an audience

Curriculum:Numeracy

Year 2By the end on Year 2 children will have been introduced to the concepts of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, place value, fractions, money, measurement, time, shapes, data handling, problem solving and simple algebra. It is important to remember that mathematics is not solely computation. The latter is a small part of a very wide field. The principal aim is to apply mathematical knowledge and to be able to use it in everyday life.

During Year 2 children should be able to:

Count to at least 100, and read and write numbers to 100. Given any six numbers up to 100, put them in order. Count forwards and backwards in ones or tens from any two-digit number, e.g. twenty-six, thirty-

six, forty-six… Recognise odd and even numbers. Add and subtract numbers under 20 in their heads. Know pairs of ‘tens’ numbers that make 100, e.g. 30 + 70. Double and halve small numbers, e.g. double 9 is 18, and half of 18 is 9. Know by heart the 2 and 10 times tables. Find the total value of a handful of coins to £1. Measure or weigh using metres, centimetres, kilograms or litres. Use a ruler to draw and measure lines to the nearest centimetre. Tell the time to the half and quarter hour. Name and describe common 2-D and 3-D shapes. Solve simple number problems, and explain how to work them out.

Year 3The strands covered in Numeracy in Key Stage Two are: using and applying mathematics; counting and understanding number; calculating; understanding shape; measuring, and handling data.

By the end of year 3 should be able to:

Read, write and order whole numbers to at least 1000;know what each digit represents Count on or back in tens or hundreds from any two- or three digit number Recognise unit fractions such as 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/10, and use them to find fractions of shapes

and numbers Know by heart all addition and subtraction facts for each number to 20 Add and subtract mentally a ‘near multiple of 10’ to or from a two-digit number Know by heart facts for the 2,5 and 10 multiplication tables Understand division and recognise that division is the inverse of multiplication Use units of time and know the relationship between them Understand and use Pounds and P. notation Choose and use appropriate operations (including multiplication and division) to solve word

problems, explaining methods and reasoning Identify right angles Identify lines of symmetry in simple shapes and recognise shapes with no lines of symmetry Solve a given problem by organising and interpreting numerical data in simple lists, tables and

graphs.

Curriculum:IPC Main Programme(Age 6-12 years)

Much of the learning that the children will be doing will be based around IPC units of work (topics). The International Primary Curriculum has 3 kinds of learning goals:

Subject Goals (for the following subjects)

o Arto Geographyo Historyo Information and Communication Technologyo Musico Physical Educationo Scienceo Societyo Technologyo Additional Language

Personal Goalso Enquiry, Adaptability, Resilience, Morality, Communication, Thoughtfulness,

Cooperation, Respect o These personal goals are promoted throughout the school during regular class

lessons, assemblies and through our house point reward system.

International Goals An international curriculum should develop in children: knowledge and understanding beyond that related to their own nationality

an understanding of the independence and interdependence of peoples, countries and cultures

It should enable children to: adapt to other education systems

develop both a national and an international perspective

It should include: a degree of focus on the host and home countries

ICT

ICT (Information Communication Technology) will be incorporated into all areas of the curriculum. The children will develop their computing skills and enhance their communication and expression through the use of technology and computer software. This will include the use of iPads, cameras, computers and other ICT equipment.

Music

The children will take part in weekly singing lessons and group music lessons where they can learn to appreciate, understand and perform their own pieces of music.

There will also be an opportunity for the children to receive individual instrument lessons from specialist teachers. For further details please contact Mr Frater.

PE

Throughout the year the children will have two PE lessons each week. This half term, one lesson will be taught in school and the other will take place at the swimming pool. Please refer to the swimming letter issued by Miss Sergeeva and Mr Finlayson for further details.

Class Reminders

After School Activities

• There will be two club options each half term for Year 2&3

• The selection form should be completed and returned to the class teacher by the stated return date

• Clubs will start at 3:20pm and finish at 4:10pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays

Attendance

Please ensure that your child is present during term time.

If your child will miss school due to illness please notify the school secretary as soon as possible.

If your child will miss school due to a holiday please complete a request form at the school reception 2 weeks prior to your child’s absence.

Bus

Please be on time for pick-up and drop-off.

Parents are not permitted on the school bus.

If there are any changes regarding who can collect your child please confirm these in writing to the school secretary or via email to primary@cetschool.com

Dance

• Dance lessons will be taught on Tuesday afternoons with Miss Sergeeva.

• Children should bring shorts, a school t–shirt and soft dance shoes (no sandals or sneakers/trainers please).

Homework

Homework is a great way to reinforce a child’s learning and enhance their academic skills.

• The children will be issued with a maths task, spelling work and nightly reading.

• Spelling and maths homework will be issued on Mondays and should be handed in on Fridays.

• If there are any concerns with homework please feel free to email or speak to me.

Library

• Children will visit the school library on Tuesdays and Fridays to select a book to take home. Please ensure your child brings their library book on these days.

PE

• Children should bring trainers/sneakers, shorts and a school t-shirt on Mondays.

• It would be helpful if the children left their sports clothes in school on a Monday and took them home on a Friday to be washed

Reading books and Reading Records

• Reading books and records must be brought to school every day. New books will be given out at the appropriate time, however this is generally 2 or 3 times a week.

• Children should read with someone at home on a daily basis and discuss the story.

• Parents should sign the reading records once they have read with their child.

• Sometimes your child may come home with an additional reading comprehension task. These should generally be completed on the night they are given, or the following night.

Russian Lessons

• Lessons for both native and non-native Russian speakers will take place on Wednesday and Friday afternoons.

Snack

• The children should bring a small healthy snack to school. Snack time is from 10:45am – 10:55am

• Due to allergies we request that snacks do not contain nuts

Swimming

Please ensure that your child has the necessary clothing.

Children should only miss swimming lessons if there is a medical reason and a doctor’s note (spravka) has been obtained.

Uniform

• Uniform should be worn every day.

• Children should bring a pair of indoor shoes to change into after being outside.

Water bottles

The children are encouraged to bring a water bottle to school with them, which they can use throughout the day and refill when needed.

Communication

This year there will be a variety of ways that you can keep up to date with your child’s learning and all the things that are happening in the school, as well as how you can get involved.

Email

Parents are encouraged to email teachers if there is something they would like to discuss or clarify. You can access the teacher’s email address through the school website on the Meet the Staff page.

Letters

At times letters will be sent home with your child for your attention. Please check your child’s school bag regularly and if there is information to be given to the class teacher please return the letter to them by the stated return date.

Open days

Throughout the year there will be a number of open days, which will give parents the opportunity to visit the school and their child’s class. These days will enable the children to share their learning with parents.

Parent teacher conferences

These meetings are used to discuss the children’s progress and their goals with the class teacher. There will be three parent teacher conferences throughout the year.

If you need to discuss something with a class teacher at any time during the year please make an appointment via email.

Reading Records

Parents are welcome to write a note for the teacher inside the reading records for regular communication.

Reports

The children will be issued with two reports throughout the year. These reports will inform you on your child’s progress in all areas of the school curriculum.

School website

The school website is used as a way to show off all the fun and interesting things that take place at CET International Primary School. It is also used as a tool for communication as well as a learning platform for the children.

The school website address is www.cetips.weebly.com

The website is updated on a regular basis so please visit it and share it with your children.

Thank you for taking time to read through this information. I trust it will be useful, however please feel free to contact me if you have any questions at Daniel.frater@cetschool.com.

Kind regards,

Dan Frater

Year 2&3 Teacher

Head Teacher