Welcome to Reception

Reception is an exciting year where children begin their learning journey, building confidence, independence and curiosity.

Children develop listening, attention and speaking skills through stories, songs and daily conversations. They improve coordination and control with activities like outdoor play, fine motor tasks and movement games.

Pupils learn to manage feelings, build friendships and work confidently both independently and with others. Children explore stories and letters, developing early reading and writing skills through phonics and mark-making.

They begin to understand numbers, shapes and patterns through hands-on activities and play. Children explore their environment and nature to develop curiosity and awareness. They enjoy creating art, music and role play, fostering imagination and creativity.

Our aim is to create a happy, safe and inspiring environment where every child feels valued and ready to learn.

Please see our knowledge organisers for more details about our learning each half term.

The teaching team

Miss Parton and Mrs Higgins

Miss Parry

Mrs Pheasey

Homework and Homework Help

Homework expectations

Children are expected to read at least 5 times a week and have their reading record signed. It is important that an adult listens to them read regularly and records this in their diary. We cannot stress enough the importance of daily reading to boost fluency and comprehension skills. Without daily reading at home to support our work in school, children will struggle to meet the expected standard. The only way to improve is to read, read and read again!

Phonics Games- Phase 2

Maths Games

English lessons

Music activities

Letters and Sounds lessons

CBeebies quizzes and puzzles

BBC Teach Listen and Play

Nursery Rhymes

Timings

Our day starts at 8.40am and we finish at 3.10pm. Arrival and dismissal are via the classroom door through the gate on Long Lane South. Children will not be released to anyone under the age of 16yrs. Please let staff know if someone new will be collecting your child. Children will not be released to an adult the staff do not already know without prior arrangement.

Equipment

Children will be provided with  all the equipment they need. They must not bring any other equipment (pens, pencils, rubbers etc) into school.

Children need a named water bottle in school every day.

All children require indoor P.E kit including: t-shirt, shorts and trainers. Full P.E. kits should be in school every day.

Snack

Each child will receive a free fruit or vegetable snack every day. They will also be offered a drink of milk or water.