Year 1

Year 1 at Lavendon School is an exciting step in each child’s learning journey, building on the strong Early Years ethos developed in Reception. This year is designed to foster independence, creativity, and a love of learning, ensuring children become confident, active learners who can apply their knowledge and skills in meaningful ways.

Our Rainbow Challenges further nurture independence and curiosity, allowing children to approach learning tasks with confidence and creativity. These challenges encourage pupils to think critically and apply their skills in new and imaginative ways.

Digital learning plays a key role in capturing and reflecting on each child’s educational journey throughout the year. Learning experiences are recorded digitally, enabling children and teachers to celebrate progress and achievements together.

We use Read Write Inc. (RWI) to deliver a structured and systematic approach to phonics. This programme helps children learn to read accurately and fluently, while also developing their spelling and writing skills. RWI provides a strong foundation for literacy, ensuring that children build confidence as readers and writers and fostering a lifelong love of books and storytelling.

Year 1 is a time of exploration, growth, and confidence-building, ensuring every child is prepared for their next steps in education. By nurturing independence, creativity, and a love of learning, Lavendon School provides a supportive and enriching environment for all learners.