Foundation & Year 1News
Reading
Foundation and Year 1 students have been developing their reading fluency and making meaning from texts. They have been reading decodable texts that align with the phonics sounds they have learnt, allowing them to apply their decoding skills and build confidence when reading. Students have been participating in choral reading with the whole class before practising their reading with a partner. These opportunities help students develop accuracy, expression and confidence while strengthening their understanding of what they are reading.
“I can read it all by myself.” - Alex Foundation
“I like listening to my partner reading.”-Sophia F1A
“I like building words”- Royan F/1B
Writing
Foundation and Year 1 students have been learning about the difference between sentence fragments and complete sentences. They have been identifying what a fragment is missing and what it needs to become a complete sentence, focusing on including a subject, a verb and a complete thought. Students have also been exploring the roles of heroes and villains in stories, discussing their characteristics, actions and how they influence the events of a narrative. These activities are helping students strengthen their understanding of sentence structure while developing their ideas about characters in stories.
“My hero is Spiderman and my villain is Venom.” - Danyal Foundation
“Fragments are not full sentences”- Isaac F/1B
“A complete sentence needs a noun, verb, capital letter and full stop.”- Ryan F1A
Maths
In Maths the past fortnight students have explored the difference between numerals and non numerals. They have practised sorting numerals and non numerals and their link to real life and mathematics. Additionally students have been practising representing numbers with hands on materials such as MAB, counters and tens frames and bundling sticks. Students had the opportunity to match the numeral with the number in words and a representation to consolidate their understanding of place value and the number system.
“I can count to 100.” - Izian Foundation
“I can make 93 with 9 tens and 3 ones. I can also make it with 43 and 50.”-Japman F1A
“I like making numbers”- Julia F/1B
Inquiry
In Inquiry the Year 1 and Foundation students have been learning about how to be healthy. In Week 1 students learnt about exercise and why it is important to stay healthy. They explored different ways to exercise and had the opportunity to participate in rotational activities including an obstacle course, ball games and following an online exercise routine where they did exercises such as star jumps, push ups and running on the spot. In Week 2 students learnt about the food pyramid and food groups and what a healthy and balanced diet looks like. They had the opportunity to work in small groups to sort foods into the correct food groups using a healthy plate template. Students also looked at their own lunchboxes and explored what foods they had and what food groups they belong to.
“I can do 10 star jumps.” - Yehya Foundation
“When we play on the playground, that is exercise.”-Selim F1A
“Bananas are a type of fruit”- Olivia F/1B
Social and Emotional Learning
During SEL, students have been learning about what it means to be both gentle and strong, understanding that everyone can demonstrate these qualities. They role-played different scenarios, such as gently holding a baby and using strength to lift something heavy. Students also explored the importance of fair and friendly play and how they can model these behaviours during outdoor play. With summer approaching, students have been learning about being SunSmart and the ways they can protect themselves from the sun and heat when spending time outdoors.
“You need to hold a baby gently so he doesn’t fall.” - Willow Foundation
“Taking turns is being fair”- Elliot F/1B
Auslan
During Auslan, students revised signs they had learnt over the past three terms, including animals, colours, fruits, clothes and how to describe themselves. They watched instructional videos and practised signing along with them before demonstrating the signs independently.
“I remember how to do pig.” - Matilda Foundation
Special Event
Foundation & Year 1 Swimming
Foundation and Year 1 students participated in a week of swimming lessons at State Swim. They learned about water safety while developing their swimming skills, including floating and different swimming techniques. On the final day, students enjoyed playing games in the pool with their swimming instructors. Everyone was also awarded a certificate in recognition of their excellent effort and participation throughout the week.
“I like swimming.” - Charbel Foundation
Reptile Encounters Incursion
At the end of Term 3, Foundation and Year 1 students participated in an exciting reptile incursion. Students had the opportunity to learn about a range of reptiles, including snakes, lizards, turtles and crocodiles, as well as an owl. They explored their habitats, diets and other interesting facts about each animal. Real-life reptiles were brought into the Community Hub, giving students the opportunity to safely touch, observe and interact with the animals while developing their knowledge and understanding of these creatures.
“The snake was so big.” - Shobhit Foundation
