Welcome to Year 1
Welcome to Year 1! I am Miss Velone and I have just joined Highfield. I have 2 children and a dog and we love to go on long walks together. I am a keen line dancer and regularly take part in socials and demonstrations with my group. I am supported by the wonderful teaching assistant, Mrs Hassan. We are looking forward to an exciting year full of learning, exploring and making memories together.
Throughout the year, we will develop our phonics, reading, writing and mathematical skills, building confidence and independence as we make the exciting transition into Key Stage 1. We will enjoy a range of stories, poems and books, and use these to inspire our own writing and creative ideas.
In Science, we will explore animals including humans, plants, everyday materials, seasonal changes and the world around us. Our History and Geography learning will help us discover more about the past, our local area, the wider world and different places and environments. We will also enjoy Art, Design and Technology, Computing, PE, Music and RE, developing our creativity, curiosity and practical skills along the way.
We believe that learning should be fun, purposeful and full of opportunities to explore and ask questions. We will encourage the children to become confident, independent learners who are kind, curious and proud of their achievements.
We can't wait to see everything our Year 1 children accomplish this year!