Poringland Primary

Year 1

Welcome to Year 1 at Poringland Primary

Welcome to Year 1 at our primary school! What makes Year 1 truly special is our dedicated focus on fostering independence in a nurturing environment, easing the transition from the Early Years Foundation Stage.

We kick off the year with hands-on activities, gradually building confidence for a smoother transition into a more formal learning style. With up to 60 children distributed across two vibrant classes – Upton with Miss Thompson and Hickling with Mrs Radmore – each class benefits from a full-time teacher and a part-time teaching assistant, along with additional support staff.

It’s our passion and privilege to guide these young learners at the start of their educational journey, engaging them in activities that not only promote learning but also instil a lifelong love for it. Join us on this amazing and rewarding daily adventure.

Our Year 1 Teachers and Teaching Assistants​

Hickling

Mrs Radmore

Class Teacher

Nicky Buttolph

Teaching Assistant

Natalie Chuter

Teaching Assistant

Claire Wilcher

Stacey Hoffman

Rick McCalister

Kayleigh Sharp

Upton

Miss Thompson

Class Teacher

Sue Donmall

Teaching Assistant

Mrs V Gibbs

Teaching Assistant

Natalie Chuter

Sara Arundel

Charlie Farrow

Example Year 1 Timetable

“It is our passion and privilege to teach young children whilst they are at the beginning of their learning journey. Engaging children in activities that promote learning and a love of learning is both amazing and rewarding on a daily basis.”
Mrs Radmore and Miss Thomson – Class Teachers