Reception Learning - Week 4

                                             

RECEPTION LEARNING - SPRING 1 WEEK 4

​Another fun week of learning had in reception. The children have thoroughly enjoyed the Gingerbread Man story and have really engaged with the story.  It has been lovely to hear the children retelling the story in their own words and some using the exact repetition; Run, Run as fast as you can, you can't catch me i'm the Gingerbread Man! 

Maths 

This week, the children have been deepening their knowledge of composition of number -understanding that one number can be made up from (composed from) two or more smaller numbers.  The children have had access to lots of resources and have been encouraged to represent  and solve problems in their own way. 

How to support your child this week at home.

Play hiding games with a numbers of objects in a box, under a cloth, in a tent. 

Use some objects from around the house and explore different ways of making six, seven or eight. Eg.. three pencils and 3 phones makes six altogether. Then ask them to write the corresponding number sentence;  3+3= 6. 

Key Vocabulary: Number Bond, Numbers, Smaller, Bigger, Composition.

Literacy

In literacy this week, we have continued to explore the story of The Gingerbread Man.

We have seen some lovely sentence writing this week. The children are 

Key Vocabulary: Farm, little old lady, little old man, stir, mix, run, fast

Finger gym 

Finger Gym is a comprehensive programme of developmental games, stories, rhymes and activities to improve fine motor skills, language and handwriting. It helps to develop strong, flexible fingers, hands and arms. It promotes better hand-eye coordination, differentiated movement and manual dexterity. This week the children have enjoyed making a range of shapes using lolly sticks and placing plastic rings on thin sticks. 

Nursery: E for Excellence

 Nursery E for Excellence

 

We have had a fantastic week of learning and there has been so much to celebrate and be proud of in Nursery! 

These children worked extremely hard and have been rewarded for all of their determination and efforts.

E for Excellence

Damien: for the kindness that you showed towards a friend who had fallen down when you were cycling past on the tricycle. You stopped, helped them up, waited with them and didn’t leave until you knew they were OK. Well done!

Harley: for your increasing confidence to play with other children and to make friends. We are so proud of you, keep it up!

Nursery: 28th January 2022

 Learning Theme: The Tiger Who Came to Tea

This blog shows some highlights from this week including:

• Our focus learning

• Book of the week

• Nursery Rhyme

• Key Information

• Bedtime story scheme

Focus Learning

We have had two tricycles and one balance bike arrive in nursery this week. We have learnt how to line up to take turns and are practicing pushing the pedals or balancing to help make up move.
	We have enjoyed using regular 2D shapes to make our very own Tiger Who Came to Tea!

Book of the week

Please click the link below if you wish to watch the story at home with your child. You may wish to pause the video at key parts to see whether your child can retell what is about to happen.

The tiger who came to tea on 4OD

Nursery Rhyme of the week

I’m a Little Teapot

I’m a Little Teapot short and stout,

Here’s my handle, here’s my spout.

When I get all steamed up, here me shout,

Tip me over and pour me out.

Bedtime story Scheme

From Friday 21st January 2022 all children will receive books for you to read with them at home. Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. Sharing books, stories and rhymes develops skills to support the transition to school.

Books will be sent home every FRIDAY.

Please return all books by WEDNESDAY.

Unfortunately books which are lost or damaged will need to be paid for.

PLEASE RETURN THE BOOKS EACH WEEK. 

All books will need to be returned in the last week of each term.

Covid-19 

If your child displays coronavirus symptoms including a cough or temperature they will need to follow government policies by self-isolating and taking a PCR test, including track and trace. Please inform the school office as soon as possible if you or your child displays symptoms or tests positive for covid.

Please do not send them into the nursery or on school grounds to prevent further spread of the virus until you have followed government guidance.

Thank you for your continued support with: keeping the staff and children safe, nursery open and the children in education.

Key Information

Please LABEL  all your children's belongings, including both shoes. Please do not send your child in with a school bag as we have very limited space and all spare clothing should be stored in the nursery. Please do not send your child in with water bottles as we have cups stored in the nursery. Most importantly please do not allow children to bring toys from home into the nursery as they may get lost, cause conflict with other children or become a dangerous hazard. All resources in the nursery are risk assessed and age appropriate to maintain the children's safety.

Important dates: INSET Days & holiday dates- Nursery closed to children: Half- term holidays- 14th to 18th February 2022 INSET day- 21st February 2022 End of term (Easter break) - 04th to 18th April 2022 Bank holiday- 02nd May 2022 Half- term holidays - 30th to 3rd June 2022 INSET day- 6th June 2022 Last day of term - 21st July 2022

If you have any questions please contact nursery@broadford.havering.sch.uk or for more urgent messages speak to a member of staff or contact the school office: 01708 342880 or office@broadford.havering.sch.uk

Kind regards,

The Nursery Team

EYFS: Parent and Carer Blog; Wellbeing

It can be difficult to know who to speak to about the little things or problems that you as parents and carers face. The aim of this blog is to share a few resources that may support your wellbeing.

Which websites, apps and services are recommended to support wellbeing?

	Shout is a 24/7 text service, free on all major mobile networks in the UK, for anyone in crisis. It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope and you need immediate help. At the heart of the service is a team of volunteers who take people from crisis to calm every single day. Text to: 85258
	BBC Parents’ Toolkit This page includes top tips, useful links and expert advice to support you and your child's wellbeing and learning in a changing world. Follow this link to the BBC Webpage.
	The WorryTree app aims to help you take control of worry wherever you are.   You can use the app to record whatever you feel worried about. It uses cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques to help you notice and challenge your worries. It can also help you create an action plan for managing worry. Webpage Link
	Learn how to manage feelings like anxiety and depression with Catch It. The app will teach you how to look at problems in a different way, turn negative thoughts into positive ones and improve your mental wellbeing. https://www.nhs.uk/apps-library/catch-it/
	Calm is the number 1 app for sleep, meditation and relaxation. They have now added a section for children which contains a library of sleep stories. https://www.calm.com/
	Happiness Planner is a calendar and to-do list app designed to help you, not only be more productive, but also to cultivate good habits, positive thinking, mindfulness, gratitude and self-development. https://thehappinessplanner.co.uk/
	Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We're here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 116 123 for free. Find other ways Samaritans can help: https://www.samaritans.org/
	Freephone 24-Hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 or visit www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk (access live chat Mon-Fri 3-10pm)
	Male Victims of Domestic Abuse Confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence (Weekdays 10am to 4pm)  CALL: 01823 334244
	Mind provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. https://www.mind.org.uk/

Other Information

• Havering Children Centres Webpage

• Health Visiting; Contact: 0300 300 1635 or nem-tr.haveringhv@nhs.net

• Havering Weekly Digest Bulletin; sign up for Havering email updates here.

• NHS Centre for Parent and Child Support YouTube Channel

• Claire Balkind's FAMILY LOCKDOWN TIPS & IDEAS

• The Centre for Parent and Child Support CPCS  Facebook page

• Havering Health Champions Facebook page

• The Centre for Parent and Child Support CPCS Instagram Page “cpcs_official” 

• Get Epic, read a range of new books (receive 30 free days): www.getepic.com/

• Havering’s on-Line Learning Resources during Lockdown; Havering webpage

If you would like any further information, support to access any of the services or suggestions, please contact us on nursery@broadford.havering.sch.uk

Kind regards,

The Nursery Team

Reception Awards - 21.01.22

Reception Awards

We have had another great week and there has been so much to celebrate in Reception! These children have worked extremely hard and have been rewarded for all their hard work and efforts.

E for Excellence

Alder: 

Spencer, for staying focused during your tasks and being so innovative during your play. Well done Spencer! 

Apple:

Esmee, for your fabulous topic writing. You sounded out the words and drew a great Gingerbread man! Well done Esmee. 

Aspen: 

Eric, for being an excellent role model during our carpet times session. What a superstar you are Eric!

 Star Writers 

Alder: 

 Millen, for your amazing writing during literacy. You really took your time to sound out unfamiliar words and used great letter formation. Well done Millen! 

Apple:

Nikita, for your topic writing explaining that the Little old woman and the Little old man lived on a farm. You worked hard on your letter formation. Good job!

 

Aspen: 
Jace, for working hard during our literacy lessons and for sounding out your words well.  You worked hard on your letter formation. Good job!

 

Learning Power Awards

These are the key skills that our children will need to learn effectively in class and to be successful later in life. 

Resilience

These children have demonstrated perseverance, managed distractions, noticed patterns and been absorbed in their tasks. 

This has been awarded to: 

Bentley

Resourcefulness   

These pupils have been curious about learning, made links between ideas, shown imagination, reasoned methodically and capitalised on resources. 

This has been awarded to:

Chirag

Reflectiveness 

These pupils have planned carefully, revised ideas, identified key features and can talk about their learning. 

This has been awarded to:

Zara

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Reading Awards

These children have read five books from our '105 Books to Read Before you Leave Broadford' and have received the Gold Reading Award.   

Emma 

Silver Reading Award.   

Poppy