Reception : What we are learning w/b 22.09.2025

 

Reception: What We Are Learning 

This term our topic is Marvellous Me. Our focus book this week was The Invisible String.

Here is what we have been up to: we have been learning all about the important people in our lives, our families and family members. We have made a special person book in class this week and drawn pictures of our family. 

                                                     

The children have also been working hard in Read, Write, Inc this week. The children have learnt the sounds c, k, u, b, f and have worked hard to practise writing the sounds in their Read, Write, Inc books. They have also been using the blendy boards to sound out and make 1.2 words this week.

In Maths this week the children have been matching and sorting pictures and objects. They were also able to identify a set of objects. Well done Reception for your hard work in Maths this week!

                                                                                

                                            

                                                                                  

Well done Reception for an amazing week - keep up all your brilliant work! 

Nursery Certificates- 26.09.26

This week's E for Excellence is for Billie and Alara. Billie and Alara have been incredible this week, helping to settle the new children in. They have both been very kind with their words and actions, showing the children where things are and playing lots of games with them. Well done for being such good friends, girls. Keep it up! 

Nursery Learning- 26.09.25

 

What a fabulous week it has been in nursery as our new friends joined us for their first full week. below you can see a little of what they got up to.

Our book of the week has been’From Head to Toe’.  A lovely story about moving our body, we have talked about the names of body parts and had lots of fun moving our bodies in different ways.

Book of the week 

Art

This week in art, the children had a wonderful time getting creative with an autumn-themed activity. Using hedgehog templates and a variety of natural leaves, they made their very own woodland animals. 

The children really enjoyed exploring the different textures and colours of the leaves, carefully choosing the ones they wanted to use for their designs. They used a range of sticking tools, such as glue sticks and PVA glue with brushes, to attach the leaves to the paper and bring their hedgehogs to life. 

It was lovely to see their concentration and creativity as they worked, and they were all very proud of their finished artwork. This activity also supported their fine motor skills and encouraged them to talk about the changes we see in nature during autumn.

Malliable area

This week we have had face templates connected to our naming parts of us theme, the children have created their own facial parts using play dough. 

Outside area

The children have thoroughly enjoyed spending time in our outdoor area this week, eagerly exploring the new environment. They’ve had lots of fun climbing on the play structures, riding around on the bikes and cars, and digging in the sandpit. 

It’s been wonderful to see them engaging in games with each other, learning how to share, take turns, and collaborate as they get to know their new friends. The outdoor space has offered plenty of opportunities for physical activity, as well as building social skills and fostering friendships in a natural, playful way. It’s clear that the children are becoming more confident in their surroundings and are having a great time together!

Construction area

Our construction area continues to be a very popular choice during playtime! With a wide range of resources available, including train tracks, wooden blocks, Duplo, magnetic shapes, and more, there’s always something to spark the children’s imagination. 

This week, the children have loved building their own creations, from tall towers and bridges to imaginative train routes and houses. Through this play, they’ve been developing important skills such as problem-solving, spatial awareness, and teamwork. 

It’s been lovely to see how they communicate their ideas, negotiate roles, and proudly share their finished constructions with each other.

Moments

Below are some lovely moments from the week that we have captured, including the children playing with friends.

Reception E for Excellence W/B 22.09.2025

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

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

Apple 

E for Excellence - Matei, for your hard work in Maths this week. Matei was able to identify a set. Well done Matei! 

I Have Made My Teacher Happy - Valentina, you have worked so hard to learn your Read, Write, Inc sounds and blend 1.2 words this week. Well done Valentina! 

Aspen 

E for Excellence - McKenna

I Have Made My Teacher Happy - Ibrahim

Alder

E for Excellence - Tommy

I Have Made My Teacher Happy - Adian

Nursery certificates- 19.09.25

 

Well done to our new starter, Karen, who has made a fantastic start to nursery. We love Karens inquisitive nature, her cheery morning greetings and her super tidying skills. Super job, Karen!

Well done to Kinza, who has had a fabulous start back this week . She has enjoyed making new friends and showing them our rules and routines. Great job, kinza! 

Well done to Noah, who has been modelling his super sharing skills. He has been sharing his toys and including children in his games, making his new friends very happy. 

Nursery Learning 15.9.25

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Dear Parents and Carers,

We’ve had a wonderful second week in nursery, and we are so proud of how well the children are settling in after their initial sessions. It's been a joy to watch their confidence grow each day as they begin to explore their new environment and build relationships with their peers.

Notices

Please label all items that enter Nursery - water bottles included! Lot's of children have the same designs so it is much easier to ensure the correct bottles return to their owners.

Please bring a pair of wellies in (named pleased). 

Dates

Little City - 8th October (Afternoon children are invited to attend the morning session on this date)

We have booked a mobile role play set up, Little City,  to visit our Nursery on the 8th of October. The children have a chance to step into the shoes of grown up's - whether it's running a cafe, fixing cars or being a vet. They learn to build confidence, imagination and real-world skills through play. 

This week, we’ve been busy with a range of sensory and exploratory activities. Outside, the children enjoyed using pipettes to transfer water, practising fine motor skills while also experimenting with movement and flow. Indoors, we explored pouring and scooping with rice, which encouraged both independent and collaborative play. The sand pit outside has been very popular, they have started to work well together sharing items here. 

We are starting to notice some lovely social moments as the children begin to recognise one another and learn each other’s names. These early connections are so important, and it's great to see friendships beginning to form. The children have enjoyed rolling, stamping and cutting in the playdough area in particular, this is a great way to develop their fine motor skills. They have also enjoyed the home corner, it has been lovely to see the children start to make dinners and share the resources together. 

During story time sessions, we’ve been practising our listening skills and enjoying lots of singing. The children are becoming familiar with our routines and joining in with increased confidence.

Message

We have loved welcoming all the children into Nursery and the returning children back. They have all looked very smart this week. Just a little reminder as they start to complete full sessions, remember our main priority in Nursery is teaching independence. Make sure they are in comfortable clothes they can pull up and down themselves please. 

You may wonder why your child may return home with paint on their jumper or mud on their shoes. This "mess" is evidence of deep learning. Through messy play; splashing, digging, mixing, building the children develop problem-solving, creativity and confidence. The stains will wash out, but the learning lasts a lifetime. 

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Miss Tynan

We’re looking forward to more fun and learning next week!

Reception learning W/B 15.09.25

 

Year Reception: What We Are Learning 

This term our topic is Marvellous Me. Our focus book this week was The Colour Monster.

Here is what we have been up to: we have been learning all about the different emotions and how to manage our emotions. 

The children have also been working hard in Read, Write, Inc this week. The children have learnt the sounds i, n, p, g, o and have worked hard to practise writing the sounds in their Read, Write, Inc books. They have also been using the blendy boards to sound out and make 1:1 words.

In Maths this week the children have been working hard to practise their number formation. They have used the Ten Town number formation rhymes to help them to write their numbers from 0-10. 

Well done Reception for an amazing week - keep up all your brilliant work!