Welcome to Reception

In Reception we are taught by Miss Collins. Our Teaching Assistants are Mrs Cranson, Miss Brown, Miss Pickthall and Miss Bulfield.

Our aim is for the children to settle quickly into school. We believe the children must feel happy and comfortable in their surroundings in order to learn. To help the children reach their full potential we encourage them to try their best, challenge themselves and to ‘have a go’ at things they would perhaps not usually try. We support the children to become independent and autonomous learners, whether this is getting dressed for PE, doing up their own zips or writing their name and new words.

 The Reception year is still part of the EYFS and so we follow the EYFS Statutory framework. To support our planning, we use the Development Matters non-statutory curriculum guidance. Throughout the year we slowly introduce activities and timetable changes to help with a smooth transition into Year 1. 

The Reception timetable constantly changes and evolves depending on the children’s interests. A typical day has some direct teaching: a phonic session, then maths or literacy. The rest of the day includes time to discover and learn through child-initiated activities in the continuous provision. Adults support the children during these times and help them make progress through the Early Years curriculum.

 For phonics we follow Little Wandle Letters and Sounds. We will send home reading books linked to your childs phonics phase. Please ensure that bookbags are in school every day as adults read with the children regularly. It is also really important that children read at home with an adult at least 3 times per week and this is recorded in your childs reading record.

Our topic this half term is All About Me. We will focus on building relationships with peers and staff, becoming more confident and independent using the provision and adjusting to the routines of the school day. 

We use Tapestry to record our learning in Reception, with adults in school uploading observations regularly. This is a great opportunity to discuss our learning with your children and share praise. Parents can also add observations of things you do at home / places you have visited etc… This is a brilliant way to start discussions with adults in school and celebrate the childrens achievements. 

Please make sure PE kits and a change of clothes are in school all week and all clothing is clearly labelled.