Year 1
Welcome to the Year 1 page
Year 1 Team
Ivita Grodze
EYFS and KS1 Assistant Headteacher (Teaching, Learning and Pupils) / EYFS Phase Leader / Year 1 Oak Class TeacherSLT, Teaching Staff, Year 1
Faisa Nuur
Year 1 Pine Class TeacherTeaching Staff, Year 1
Sophie Peace
Year 1 Ash Class TeacherTeaching Staff, Year 1
Krystel Ellis
Year 1 Oak Class TeacherTeaching Staff, Year 1
Ina Davison
Music Teacher / Music Subject LeaderNursery, Reception, Teaching Staff, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6
Natalee Colbron
Spanish Teacher / MFL Subject LeaderNursery, Reception, Teaching Staff, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6
- 3 April 2025
Easter Bonnet Parade
Easter Bonnet Parade
Orchard had a fantastic time at the Easter Bonnet Parade! The School Councillors had a tough job selecting winners from each year group - a lot of creativity and effort…
- 24 March 2025
Orchard Awarded Leading Parent Partnership Award
Orchard Awarded Leading Parent Partnership Award
After a full day verification visit, we are delighted to be awarded the Leading Parent Partnership Award for another three years. The award is as an acknowledgement of Orchard's continuing…
- 14 March 2025
World Book Day 2025
World Book Day 2025
World Book Day was an adventure-filled celebration at Orchard! They kicked off with parent reading, showcased fantastic costumes in assembly and wrapped up with peer reading. A wonderful day of…
- 3 March 2025
World Book Day Menu – 6th March 2025
World Book Day Menu – 6th March 2025
Click here to view our special lunch menu that will be served on Thursday, 6th March for World Book Day.
- 28 February 2025
Year 1’s Clay Creations
Year 1’s Clay Creations
Year 1 have been getting creative with clay! They have been honing their sculpting skills, learning different modelling techniques to shape and craft their very own animal sculptures.
- 24 February 2025
World Book Day 6th March 2025
World Book Day 6th March 2025
Count down to World Book Day 2025 begins! We will be celebrating World Book Day on Thursday 6th March. Children are encouraged to dress up as their favourite book character…
- 14 February 2025
Valentines Bake Sale 2025
Valentines Bake Sale 2025
Happy Valentines Day! Our Bake Sale was a huge success! There was a mix of home-baked treats, shop bought favorites and pre-loved uniform with all donations going towards resources for…
- 7 February 2025
Dr Bike Fixes Your Bike – 11th February 2025
Dr Bike Fixes Your Bike – 11th February 2025
If you would like a free bike check and repair, Dr Bike will be coming to Orchard next week on Tuesday, 11th February! Please provide larger items (pedals, brakes or…
- 16 January 2025
Year 1 Travel Back to the 1800’s
Year 1 Travel Back to the 1800’s
Year 1 in History explored the lives and legacies of Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole. Using diverse resources, they learned about their groundbreaking contributions to nursing and how they transformed…
- 14 January 2025
Chinese New Year Menu – 16th January 2025
Chinese New Year Menu – 16th January 2025
Click here to view our special lunch menu that will be served on Thursday 16th January for the Chinese New Year 2025.
- 20 December 2024
Parent Reading Celebration 2024
Parent Reading Celebration 2024
Today, we hosted our Parent Reading Celebration to thank all of our parents in EYFS and KS1 who join us every Friday for Parent Reading. We are incredibly grateful for…
- 18 December 2024
Christmas Holiday Activities 2024 – Coffee Morning
Christmas Holiday Activities 2024 – Coffee Morning
Our Coffee Morning last Friday was buzzing with creativity! Adults and pupils crafted festive wreaths while getting inspired for more holiday fun at home, discovering free local activities to enjoy…
- 11 December 2024
Winter Fayre 2024
Winter Fayre 2024
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Winter Fayre! From Santa's grotto to henna art, nail painting, delicious treats, and an amazing swap shop—your smiles and…
- 6 December 2024
Year 1 Visit the Farm
Year 1 Visit the Farm
Year 1 visited Spitafields Farm, where they explored different types of animals, learning about their features, similarities, and differences as part of their learning in Geography.
- 26 November 2024
Make Tzatziki With Year 1
Make Tzatziki With Year 1
Year 1 had a great time making tzatziki on DT day. They used their cutting and mixing skills to make their tasty treats. A big thank you to all the…
- 12 November 2024
Wear Odd Socks This Friday (15th Nov 2024)
Wear Odd Socks This Friday (15th Nov 2024)
Join us for Odd Socks Day on Friday, 15th November to show support for Anti-Bullying. Simply wear your brightest, boldest or most mismatched socks to help raise awareness about bullying.…
- 11 November 2024
Come Join Our Bike Bus Every Tuesday
Come Join Our Bike Bus Every Tuesday
Orchard had an amazing turnout from last week's bike bus. Our pupils enjoyed cycling around Well Street Common and back to school. Come join us every Tuesday morning!
- 6 November 2024
Explore The Local Area With Year 1
Explore The Local Area With Year 1
Year 1 have been exploring their local area. Using a map key, they located features such as swings, bee hives and the farm all whilst practicing directions.
- 22 October 2024
Celebrate Cultural Dress Day 2024
Celebrate Cultural Dress Day 2024
Last week, children celebrated World Week by coming to school in their cultural and traditional outfits. They had a great time sharing their heritage and proudly showcased their attire at…
- 8 October 2024
Year 1 Learn New Maths Vocabulary
Year 1 Learn New Maths Vocabulary
Year 1 have been exploring greater than and less than in Maths. They have been building their maths vocabulary by comparing numbers up to 10, using resources to help them…
- 7 October 2024
Let’s Celebrate Our Language Of The Month: Bengali
Let’s Celebrate Our Language Of The Month: Bengali
Continuing with Hackney’s Language of the Month initiative, our Language of the Month for October is, Bengali! Did you know there are an incredible 947 Bengali speakers right here in…
- 27 September 2024
Bring a Significant Male To School 2024
Bring a Significant Male To School 2024
A huge thank you to all the adults who joined us for Bring a Significant Male to School Day! The children were excited to share their learning and new spaces!
- 21 August 2024
School Reopens Wednesday 4th September 2024
School Reopens Wednesday 4th September 2024
SAVE THE DATE! School reopens for all KS1 and KS2 children in two weeks on Wednesday, 4th September 2024. See you all soon!
- 18 July 2024
JOIN the Great Hackney Libraries Quest
JOIN the Great Hackney Libraries Quest
JOIN the Great Hackney Libraries Quest! We are calling all young adventurers. This summer, children of all ages can embark on exciting reading challenges. Get your library journal and have…
