YEAR 2
Welcome to Year 2
We would like to welcome you to Year 2 at Blenheim Primary School. We are thrilled with how well the children have already settled into this school year. We will work incredibly hard to support your children to develop, learn and grow and we value all the support that you also give them at home.
Thank you for all your ongoing support and we look forward to working with you this year.
Mr Hillard and Miss Robinson.
Dublin Class (Y2PH) is taught by -
Mr Hillard
Miss Howson
Athens Class (Y2JR) is taught by -
Miss Robinson
Miss Lee
Miss Shakil
Mrs Smith (HLTA) also teaches both Year 2 classes.
Our classes this year are named after capital cities from around the world!
In Year 2, we are:
Dublin class
Dublin, the vibrant capital of Ireland, is a city rich in history, culture, and charm. Nestled on the east coast of the country, it is known for its warm hospitality, lively atmosphere, and a unique blend of old and new. Dublin boasts a wealth of historical landmarks, including the iconic Trinity College, home to the ancient Book of Kells, and Dublin Castle, a symbol of the city's storied past. The River Liffey flows through the heart of the city, dividing its historic and modern quarters, while the bustling streets are lined with traditional pubs, world-class restaurants, and vibrant shops. Dublin is also a literary hub, having produced celebrated writers like James Joyce and W.B. Yeats. With its rich cultural heritage, lively music scene, and friendly locals, Dublin offers an unforgettable experience for visitors.
Athens class
Athens is the capital and largest city in Greece, located in Southern Europe. Athens is well known for it's rich history, culture and art. Athens is a major coastal urban area in the Mediterranean, with a population numbering over three and a quarter million. Athens is one of the world's oldest cities, with a recorded history spanning over 3,400 years. Many of Classical civilization’s intellectual and artistic ideas originated there, and the city is generally considered to be the birthplace of Western civilization. According to Greek mythology, the city was named after Athena, the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom. She was thought to be the protector of the city and the temple of Parthenon on the Acropolis is dedicated to her.
Our Curriculum
2024 - 2025
You can read about our learning this year:
Our learning in Autumn -
History - Titanic
Science - Living Things and their habitats
Art - Drawing and Painting
DT - Food and Nutrition
PSHE - Physical Health and Wellbeing and Keeping Safe
PE - Football and Handball
Computing - Computing systems and networks
Music - Call and Response - Animals
RE - How new life is welcomed and how to make good choices
Reading, Homework and Spellings
Reading
Please read with your child every day for at least 15 minutes and sign the reading record to show that this has been completed. We will change your child's reading book as often as they return it to school. Children will also have the opportunity to borrow a book from the class library to read over the weekend,
Homework
Please encourage your child to complete their homework. This will be sent home every Friday with a set piece of homework to be completed and handed in before or on the following Wednesday. Weekly homework will include: Maths, English and a Learning Log homework.
Times Tables
In year 2, your child will be able to access Times Table Rockstars for additional support with their mental recall. Your child has been provided with a username and password so they can access this at home. We encourage your child to complete the challenges alongside weekly homework. Times tables will also be tested weekly.
PE
Our P.E. days:
Dublin Class:
Monday and Tuesday
Athens Class:
Monday and Tuesday
Please ensure that your child brings their P.E. kit in their bag. This can be left in school on their peg.
Our P.E. kit is:
A T-shirt (red if possible), a pair of shorts or leggings and a pair of school pumps or trainers.
or 
Indoor Shoes
Indoor shoes are more important than ever with very changeable weather - the children wear the shoes they come to school in when outside and their indoor footwear (pumps, slippers, other shoes or something else!) when around school. This protects carpets and gives their feet a chance to dry if their shoes are wet.
Water Bottle
A water bottle - having a drink when thirsty is vital for health and learning, whatever the time of year.
Healthy School
Please remember that we are a HEALTHY SCHOOL and therefore children should not be brining in unhealthy snacks such as chocolate, cake or sweets even for birthday treats. Only healthy treats thank you (without nuts).
Here is the Maths guidance for ways of calculating in Year 2:
Subtraction Y2 BlenheimMultiplication Y2 BlenheimDivision Y2 Blenheim