Maple Class

Welcome to Maple Class.

In Maple Class, we welcome some of our Year 1 children alongside all of Year 2, creating a vibrant and inclusive learning environment where every child continues to thrive. By this stage, children are familiar with school routines and have built strong foundations for learning. We build on this by nurturing their growing independence and curiosity.

Our classroom is a lively and supportive space where children enjoy a mix of playful exploration and more structured learning. We continue to offer hands-on activities and meaningful experiences that help children make connections across the curriculum. Learning is carefully planned around the children’s interests and developmental needs, ensuring that every child feels challenged, engaged and successful.

We make full use of our beautiful rural surroundings and the outdoor area just outside our classroom, using nature and outdoor learning to enrich all areas of the curriculum.

In mathematics, children begin to explore more formal methods for recording their ideas, while continuing to develop their problem-solving skills and mathematical vocabulary. We enjoy daily Mastering Number sessions and work towards deep understanding and confidence in all areas of maths.

In English, we build on the children’s phonics knowledge and introduce new spelling patterns. Reading and writing are explored through a wide range of genres and texts, helping children to understand how language works and how to use it creatively and accurately. Whole-class reading takes place daily, and we continue to develop grammar, spelling and writing skills in fun and purposeful ways.