The Great Fire of London

This half term, Year 2 will step back in time to explore The Great Fire of London, one of the most significant events in British history. Through their learning, children will discover how and why the fire started, find out about key figures such as Samuel Pepys and King Charles II, and explore the impact the fire had on London and its people. 

In English, pupils will develop their writing through diary entries, fact files and stories linked to their topic. In Science, they will investigate everyday materials and explore how they can be changed and used for different purposes. Maths learning will focus on place value, addition and subtraction. 

Children will also create artwork inspired by the topic, design and build a winding mechanism in DT, learn about technology in Computing, and take part in dance linked to the Great Fire of London. In RE and PSHE, they will explore thankfulness, harvest celebrations and mental health and wellbeing. 

A highlight of the term will be the in-school History Off the Page Great Fire of London Day, where pupils will bring their learning to life through immersive, hands-on experiences.