Year 1 Newsletter

Navigating Friendships - Friendship Facts

KIND: Peaceful Problem Solving

We might celebrate World Peace Day at Patana but, as we all know, it’s not always peaceful in Y1! At this age, children are still learning how to use kind words and actions, and to socialise peaceably with friends. It takes many years to learn self-control and to develop empathy for others.

Common upsets – how many of these are familiar at home?

PANTS!

We recently introduced your children to the NSPCC’s Pantosaurus Rex at school, and it was a big hit! Pantosaurus is a fun, friendly dinosaur who helps kids learn about body safety in an engaging and age-appropriate way. 

Through songs and simple lessons, your children learned the "PANTS" rule, which teaches them that their body belongs to them, and it's okay to say no if something doesn’t feel right. 

WELL-BEING: WE ARE PROTECTED, SAFE AND SECURE

Year 1 Safety Update: Fire Drill Preparedness