Year 2 Lesson Plans
All subjects available for this grade level.
Aligned to National Curriculum Attainment Targets
8 subjects · 47 units · 138 topics
Ages 6-7
Art and Design
A comprehensive Year 2 art curriculum focusing on developing technical mastery through experimentation with diverse media. Students explore the relationship between their own creative choices and the work of significant historical and contemporary artists.
Computing
A comprehensive Year 2 curriculum focused on developing logical reasoning and foundational digital skills. Students transition from being passive technology users to active creators through programming, data management, and understanding global networks.
English
This course develops foundational literacy through immersive exploration of narrative structures, functional writing, and spoken performance. Students transition from decoding to fluent reading while mastering the grammatical tools necessary for expressive and coherent composition.
Geography
This curriculum develops spatial awareness and geographical literacy through the study of the United Kingdom and contrasting global regions. Students master foundational map skills while investigating the relationship between physical environments and human settlement patterns.
History
Key Stage 1 History Year 2: studying significant individuals, events beyond living memory such as the Great Fire of London, and changes in local history, aligned with UK National Curriculum attainment targets.
Mathematics
A comprehensive exploration of Year 2 mathematics focusing on deep conceptual understanding of place value, additive reasoning, and spatial awareness. Students move from concrete representations to abstract mathematical thinking through collaborative problem solving and inquiry.
Physical Education
A comprehensive physical education curriculum for Year 2 pupils focusing on fundamental movement skills, cooperative gameplay, and the foundations of personal health. Students develop coordination and agility while learning how physical activity impacts their bodies and minds.
Science
An inquiry based exploration of biological and physical sciences designed for seven year olds. Students investigate life cycles, material properties, and environmental dependencies through hands-on experimentation and observation.