Year 1

Welcome to Year 1 at Chilwell Croft Academy. We teach in a variety of ways which has been developed to embed an ethos of independence, creativity, and a love of learning linked to the transition from Reception. 

In Year 1, the children have access to a continuous provision environment which fosters independence and allows our pupils to practise and embed their previously learned skills using a variety of practical resources. The children are encouraged to develop their learning behaviours to allow them to challenge themselves within the provision which will support them to make progress throughout the year.  

We develop our curriculum based around pupil’s interests to ensure that a love of learning is upheld in every subject. Stories and poems are carefully handpicked to  

We not only provide many Reading, Writing and Maths learning opportunities we also incorporate new knowledge and skills through subjects such as Science, History, Geography, RE, Life Skills, Art and Design Technology. 

We teach daily Read Write Inc phonics sessions to support children to develop their reading skills and promote the importance of using your phonic knowledge to decode words. Our dedicated scheme prepares children with confidence for their end of Year 1 Phonics Screening Test. Being able to decode words enables the children to begin to read words and stories independently and we work hard to promote a love of reading both around school and at home linking to all other cross-curricular subjects and ensuring a broad and balanced curriculum.