Welcome to Orange, Amber and Daffodil Class

Welcome to Orange and Amber (Y1) and Daffodil (1/2)

We are thrilled to be a part of Orange, Amber and Daffodil's learning journey this year. This year is full of enriching and enjoyable experiences. In the Spring term we will be exploring plants, the history of the discovery of dinosaurs, how to make healthy choices and will design and make a healthy sandwich. This is where you will find all things related to Orange, Amber and Daffodil classes; what we are learning, our homework and how you can help your child at home.

We aim to challenge the children in all aspects of the curriculum whilst ensuring that they have fun and enjoy their start to Key Stage 1.


Key news and updates:

Friday 24th June 2022 - 3pm to 4pm - PSA Cake Sale

Tuesday 28th June 2022 - 9:30-11:00 - PSJ KS1 Sports Festival

Tuesday 12th July 2022 - Orange Class School Trip to Warleigh Farm

Wednesday 13th July 2022 - Amber Class School Trip to Warleigh Farm

Thursday 14th July 2022- Whole School Trip to Writhlington School for Year 6 leavers performance


Take a look at our yearly overview and see what we will be learning each term.

Year 1 Curriculum Map.docx

Meet our wonderful team.

Miss Slater

Miss Slater joined PSJ Primary in September 2019. She has worked in schools in Madrid, Doha and London before coming to PSJ. Her favourite subject is history.

Fun fact: She loves doing crazy activities like jumping out of aeroplanes (with a parachute!)

Miss Hiles
Miss Hiles has taught at PSJ since March 2021. She is a specialist in how children 3-7 years learn. She is eager to make learning fun and engaging for everyone.

Fun Fact: She once held a real alligator.

Mrs Wells
Mrs Wells joined PSJ Primary in 2016 after teaching in South Africa. She has worked in Nursery, Reception, and Year 3 in our school and loves teaching year 1. Her favourite subjects are Drama and Design Technology.

Fun Fact: Mrs Wells often had monkeys and snakes in her garden in South Africa. She even had a snake fall from a tree onto her!

Mrs Rich
Mrs Rich has been at PSJ for over 30 years. She is based in Amber Class. Mrs Rich is an experienced, caring and valued LSA.

Fun fact: She loves to sing! She has sung in the Midsomer Norton Festival.

Mrs Costello
This is Mrs Costello 7 years at PSJ. She is based in Daffodil Class, and supports each child with reading daily and across the curriculum.

Fun fact: She loves to cook, her favourite dish to cook is homemade Paella.

Mrs Buckle
Mrs Buckle has been at PSJ for 10 years. She is based in Orange Class. Mrs Buckle helps during our Maths and English sessions and then will offer nurture session with some children during the afternoons.

Fun Fact: She can sail boats!

Useful web links

If you would like some extra support with your child's learning, take a look at these links below which could help your child.

English Links

Maths Links

  • https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/shows/numberblocks

  • https://www.youtube.com/c/JackHartmann

  • https://www.ictgames.com/mobilePage/index.html

Wider Curriculum links

  • https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/levels/z3g4d2p

  • Google Maps and Google Earth - great for geography

  • https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/