F2 Birch & Elder
Welcome to F2!
Our school motto is:
"SUCCESS is in our hands"
Mrs Holmes – Birch Class Teacher
Mrs Bousfield & Mrs Blackwell – Elder Class Teachers
Miss Ward & Miss Ryder - F2 Support
Please look out for our termly newsletter which will keep you updated and will include all key dates and events.
Curriculum Journey for F2 2025/26
Spring 2026
Enquiry Question: "What makes Britain great?"
This term, our spring enquiry has been “What makes Britain great?” We have learned all about where we live in Sutton‑in‑Ashfield and explored some of the interesting places we can visit nearby, such as the library and our local churches. We also found out that the capital city of Britain is London, and that King Charles lives there. As part of our learning, we compared England and Spain. We discovered they are similar because both countries have famous artists—L.S. Lowry from England and Pablo Picasso from Spain—but they are also different because people in each country speak different languages. Through our enquiry, we have explored what makes our local area special and what makes Britain a great place to live.
Autumn 2025
Enquiry Question: "Who is significant?"
In F2 this autumn term, our enquiry question has been “Who is significant?” The children have explored history alongside art, learning about important figures from both the past and present, including Florence Nightingale, Robin Hood, Albert Ball, Mr Whittle, the Prime Minister, and King Charles. We have discussed what makes someone significant and whether their impact is positive or negative. In art, the children have focused on drawing faces and people, creating portraits of themselves and individuals they consider significant. This term has been full of curiosity, creativity, and thoughtful conversations about the people who shape our world.