Take a look at some of the exciting learning and experiences we have enjoyed in Reception during Term 1! It has been a fantastic start to the year, filled with new experiences, friendships, exploration and lots of wonderful learning.

The children have been exploring a wide range of provision each week, allowing them to develop their confidence, independence and curiosity through play. One of our key focuses has been feelings and emotions, using The Colour Monster to help us recognise, name and talk about how we are feeling. This has been especially important as the children have experienced the big transition into school, learning how to settle into new routines, make friends and feel happy and secure in their new environment.

We have also begun our exciting journey into early mathematics, exploring numbers through practical, hands-on activities and developing our understanding of counting, quantity and number recognition. The children have loved investigating numbers through our continuous provision and using mathematical language as they play and explore.

Another favourite part of our learning has been nursery rhymes! We have been singing, joining in with actions, exploring familiar characters and using rhymes to develop our communication, language and listening skills. Nursery rhymes have also inspired lots of imaginative play, storytelling and creative activities across our provision.

Throughout the term, the children have been encouraged to explore, investigate, create, communicate and most importantly, have fun while learning. It has been wonderful to see their confidence grow as they become more independent learners and begin to develop a real love of school.

We are incredibly proud of everything the children have achieved during their first term and can't wait to see what exciting learning adventures await us next!

 

 

Get ready for a term full of sparkle, discovery and celebration! In Term 2, our Reception children will explore the exciting theme “Let’s Celebrate!”, discovering how people around the world celebrate special occasions and learning about the different cultures, traditions and beliefs that make our world so wonderful.

We’ll investigate the sights, sounds and stories of Bonfire Night, explore the magic and meaning of Christmas, and discover how families celebrate in different ways. Through hands-on activities, creative crafts, stories, music and role-play, the children will have plenty of opportunities to share their own experiences, ask questions and learn about the world around them.

A very special highlight of the term will be preparing for our Christmas performance!  The children will develop their confidence as they learn songs, practise actions and work together to put on a memorable show for their families. We can’t wait to see them shine!

Throughout our celebrations, we’ll be building important Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) skills. The children will develop their Communication and Language as they talk about their experiences and learn new vocabulary; strengthen their Personal, Social and Emotional Development as they work together and appreciate similarities and differences; and explore Understanding the World by learning about different cultures, traditions and celebrations. We’ll also nurture their Expressive Arts and Design through music, dance, drama and creative activities, while developing their Physical Development through movement, performance and fine-motor activities.

It promises to be a joyful term filled with curiosity, creativity and togetherness, helping our Reception children grow in confidence, celebrate diversity and make magical memories along the way!