Year 1 prepares its pupils for the opportunities, experiences, and responsibilities of life in and around school. We aim to nurture inquisitive minds, encouraging children to ask questions, explore ideas, and develop a genuine love of learning. Our curriculum is enriched with high-quality texts that inspire curiosity and creativity, and we bring learning to life through exciting, hands-on experiences. Throughout the year, children will take part in a wide range of engaging projects. From caring for others—like persuading our deputy head that we’re ready to look after the school dog for a day—to writing a letter to Greenpeace during our Frozen Planet topic, there’s always something meaningful to explore.

We’ll travel through time to discover how transport has evolved, create and film our own blog, and take part in a cross-Trust bake-off while learning about plants and growing. During our Tudor topic, we’ll host a grand banquet, and we’ll become young journalists writing about oceans and seas for the school newsletter. Science is woven throughout our learning, with exciting experiments that link directly to our topics—like investigating how plants grow best, exploring melting and freezing in icy conditions, and testing materials to design the best Tudor shields or model wheels. With enriching trips to support our learning, Year 1 is a place where curiosity, confidence, and a love of discovery grow every day.