Email address to contact me below. You can also speak to me at the classroom door with any questions or concerns. I'll be more than happy to help. 

Any admin information like early pick up or sickness, please call the main office. Thank you.

Jessica.Sheppard4@barleyclose.org.uk

Hello! My name is Miss Sheppard and I feel extremely fortunate to be a member of Tiger class this year alongside a fabulous Year 2 team!

I was lucky enough to complete my teacher training at Barley Close with a specialism in SEND and Music. The children, families and my colleagues are absolutely lovely and although I am new to the BC family, I am very proud to be a part of such an amazing school. During my training, I taught year 2, year 5 and worked in an SEND specialist provision.

Teaching is something I am extremely passionate about and although I am new to the industry, I aspire to bring a safe, positive and hardworking atmosphere to Tiger class.

In my spare time, I do enjoy going to the gym, walking and keeping busy with friends, family and my 3 dogs (Angel, Rosie and Smokey)!

The class will be covered by Mrs Harris on Wednesday afternoons. This is for me to have PPA (planning, preparation and assessment) time. 

Please see below for helpful extra information like changing book days and PE days this term. We also use the website and app ClassDojo which allows me to send any reminders on the Class Story. Let us know if you need help gaining access. 

Any questions, queries or to just have a chat, you can speak to me at the classroom door or get in contact via email.

Looking forward to an amazing year with you all!

Miss Sheppard 😊

Extra Things to Know

Reading Records and Reading Books

We will send a Yellow Reading Record book and reading book home by the end of the first week of term. Please can they both be brought into school everyday so adults can read with your child. Please sign the reading record every time you read. You're aiming to read 5x a week. A little each time. Repetition is great for improving reading confidence so don't worry if you finish the book. You can also make predictions and talk about the characters. There will be 5 raffle tickets for your child put into the weekly prize draw for reading 5x a week and having their reading record signed by an adult. 

Reading books to be changed on FRIDAYS.

TT Rock Stars / MyMaths

The above online learning platforms will be reactivated in September. Your child will bring home log-in details for each account so that they can access these at home. If any get mislaid, please contact us so that we can provide these details again.

You are aiming for your child to complete: 15minutes across the week of practice on the Timestable Rockstar website Times Tables Rock Stars – Times Tables Rock Stars (ttrockstars.com)

and 1 task on the MyMaths website Home - MyMaths

There will be raffle tickets in the weekly draw for those who complete those! 

Snacks / Water bottles

You will need to send your child in with a bottle of water to keep in the classroom as the water fountains are not in use. Please make sure that the bottle is named, as children often bring in the same type of bottle as their peers. A water bottle also helps to prevent the spread of germs and bugs by avoiding using cups in the classroom.

Weather Conditions

Please remember to provide your child with a coat on days it is needed and also a hat if we happen to have a hot, sunny day. Please also apply sun cream to your child before arriving at school when necessary, as we will not be able to assist with this.

PE

School uniform PE kits are to be worn to school on the day your child has PE. Our PE lessons will take place on MONDAYS and FRIDAYS. Please ensure that your child is sent in with the appropriate kit for that day so that they are able to take part in a fun, interactive lesson! Please also ensure any earrings are removed for these days so that your child can participate. 

Thank you.