Communication, Language and Literacy

In CEY2, Bradford learners dive deeper into words, sounds, and meanings, expanding their vocabulary while enjoying stories, poems, and non-fiction tailored to their interests. They actively engage in discussions, making predictions about stories and explaining their thinking, sharpening their comprehension skills.

Building Early Writing Skills
Our learners start writing for real-life purposes—from their full names to simple labels, signs, and captions. They recognize and pronounce common letter sounds (graphemes) and begin blending sounds, mastering tricky consonant digraphs like "th," "sh," "ch," "ng", and blends such as "nd" and "st."

Confidence in Writing Mechanics
We focus on proper pencil grip, posture, and paper positioning to help learners write smoothly from left to right in a straight line. This hands-on approach ensures they develop the comfort and control needed for confident writing.

At Bradford, CEY2 learners don’t just learn language—they experience it, play with it, and make it their own!

Maths

In Early Years 2 Maths, we bring numbers to life with interactive, fun-filled lessons that help learners grasp concepts in a natural way. From counting games to exploring shapes, children build confidence in maths through play, problem-solving, and everyday experiences.

By incorporating movement, songs, and practical activities - like role-playing in a pretend shop or creating patterns with colourful tiles - learners develop key numeracy skills without even realizing they’re learning! It’s all about making maths feel exciting, engaging, and part of their world.

• • • • • • • Counting & Numbers – Learners to count forwards and backwards, spot missing numbers, and even count things you can’t see—like claps or drumbeats.
            • Money Matters – Through fun shop role-play, they get familiar with money by swapping items for coins or notes, making learning feel real.
            • Shapes & Patterns – Learners explore 2D and 3D shapes, create pictures, find patterns, and discover symmetry with simple folding tricks and digital play.
            • Days & Time – They practice days of the week, figuring out what comes before and after in their daily routine. We also introduce telling time, helping them recognize basic o’clock readings on analogue clocks.

Through play and exploration, Bradford learners see how maths fits into everyday life, making it a fun and natural part of their world!

Let’s Explore

At Bradford, our CEY2 learners step into exciting new worlds - whether it's the natural outdoors, man-made spaces, or their own wild imaginations. Through art, design, and play, they bring their experiences to life, experimenting with materials and practicing creative control. After visiting a farm, for example, they might paint or build a miniature farm, turning learning into a hands-on adventure!

Beyond creativity, we nurture social skills, helping learners ask questions, listen, and engage in conversations with confidence. They practice following two-step instructions and adjusting to different social settings, making connections that matter.

At Bradford, every day is a chance to explore, create, and grow - one playful discovery at a