Langdale Free School - Curriculum Overview for Class 2 and 3
English
Writing
 Compose and write sentences.
 Re-read sentences to make sure
they make sense.
 Sequence ideas and events in
order.
 Use phrases to open texts such
as ‘Once upon a time…’
 Begin to use simple text features
such as ‘bossy’ verbs in
instructions.
 Discuss their writing with their
friends and their teachers.
 Read their writing aloud.
Art & Design
Reading
 Match graphemes for all
phonemes.
 Read accurately by blending
sounds.
 Read words with common
suffixes such as –s –es- ing
 Read phonics books aloud.
 Join in with predictable phrases.
Speaking and Listening
 Listen and respond
appropriately.
 Ask relevant questions.
 Maintain attention, join in.
Grammar
 Separate words with finger
spaces.
 Identify and use . ? !
 Use ‘and’ to
connect ideas.
 Use capital letters and full stops
more consistently.
 Spell words with phonemes
already taught and spell some
tricky words.
Number/Calculation
 Count to/across 100.
 Count in 1s, 2s, 5s and 10s.
 Read/write numbers to 20.
 Use the language of equal to,
more than, less than.
 Identify ‘one more’ ‘one less’.
 Know number bonds to 20.
 Use +, - and =
 Identify odd and even nos.
 Solve one step problems.
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Science
Biology
 Identify basic plants.
 Identify basic plant parts.
 Identify and compare common animals.
 Identify and name basic body parts.
Chemistry
 Distinguish between objects and materials
 Identify and name common materials.
 Describe simple properties of some materials.
 Compare and classify materials.
Physics
 Observe weather associated with changes in season.
 Solve practical problems
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Be able to plan what they are going to make.
Describe their plans in pictures and words.
Use simple tools and materials to make
products.
Begin to comment on the
usefulness of products in
every day use.
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Be able to comment on their own plans and build
and improve structure and mechanisms.
length, height, capacity, time.
Fractions
 Understand that a fraction can
describe part of a whole.
 Recognise and use ¼ and ½.
Modern
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History
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Be able to use a variety of materials and
processes.
Be able to suggest ways of improving their work.
Be able to comment on works of art by different
artists, craftsmen and designers.
Develop techniques of colour, pattern, texture,
line, shape, form and space.
Technology
Mathematics
Geometry & Measures
Recognise & name common2D
and 3D shapes.
Describe position and
movement, half and quarter
terms.
Begin to measure length,
capacity, weight.
Use time and ordering
vocabulary.
Tell the time to hour/half hour.
Use language of days, weeks,
months and years.
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Understand use of algorithms.
Write and test simple programs.
Use logical reasoning to make predictions.
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Organise, store, retrieve and manipulate data.
Communicate online safely and respectfully.
Recognise uses of IT outside of school.
Geography
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Languages
Name and locate
the 4 countries and
capitals of the UK
using atlases & globes.
Use basic and geographical language to refer to local &
familiar features.
Begin to understand some similarities and differences
between different localities.
Begin to make maps and plans of real and imaginary
places using pictures and symbols (including using 4
compass directions)
Know that people can harm or improve the environment.
Music
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Spanish & French
Begin to show understanding of words and
phrases.
Appreciate songs, poems and rhymes.
Broaden vocabulary.
Listen and engage.
Know about a range of events that have happened in the
past.
Be able to order events and objects into a sequence.
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Sing songs
Play tuned and untuned instruments
musically.
Listen and understand live and recorded
music.
Make and combine sounds musically.
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Physical
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Key individuals
 Know stories about a range of people who
have lived in a variety of cultures in the past.
Computing
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Education
Be able to perform simple activities with control and
coordination, eg running, jumping, throwing, catching,
balance and agility.
Know the rules and conventions of a number of activities
and games.
Be able to apply movements in sequence.
Understand the principles of safe activity.
RE, PSHCE and
British Values
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To recognise likes/dislikes, fair/unfair, right/wrong.
Recognise, name & deal with feelings (SEAL materials).
 To understand the term ‘community’.
 To identify the differences & similarities
between people.
Our R.E. curriculum provides a broad and balanced education on
a range of faiths, religions and cultures.
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