Reception

Welcome to Reception Sparrow and Robin Class

Sparrows: 

Miss Futrill - Class Teacher

Miss Nell and Mrs Bishop - cover teachers

Mrs North - Teaching Assistant 

Robins: 

Mrs Mansfield - Class Teacher: Monday to Thursday

Mrs Boylan - Class Teacher: Fridays

Mrs Stephens - Teaching Assistant every morning

Miss Muirhead - Teaching Assistant every afternoon

Autumn 1 - All About Me

During Autumn 1, we will spend time getting to know the children, discovering their interests, celebrating their individual strengths and helping them to feel happy, confident and secure in their new environment. 

We will give the children plenty of opportunities to get to know their teachers and friends, while gently introducing the routines and expectations of school life. Our focus will be on building positive relationships, developing independence and encouraging children to talk about themselves, their families and the things that are important to them.

Our topic 'All About Me' will provide lots of opportunities for children to explore who they are and what makes them special. We will talk about our families, feelings, likes and dislikes, our bodies and senses. Through stories, songs, creative activities, role play and practical experiences, the children will be encouraged to express themselves and learn more about one another. 

We will also support the children in developing important skills such as sharing, turn-taking, listening, communicating, making friends and caring for ourselves and others.

Most importantly, Autumn 1 will be a time for the children to settle, explore, make connections and have fun as they begin their school journey.

Keep an eye out - we will update this page with key updates and photos (permissions allowing). Please don't hesitate to come and speak with one of the Reception Team at any point should you have any questions or queries. 

Here are a few photos from our first few days...

This week the children have been helping to make receptions outside area look more colourful by planting some flowers. They helped to weed the planters, check and replace the soil, plant the new flowers in to the soil, and even placed the correct labels with the plants! 

COHORT 2025 - 2026

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Summer 2 - Under the Sea!

This half term, our Reception children will be diving into the exciting topic of Under the Sea. Through our key texts, Tiddler, The Rainbow Fish, The Blue Giant and the Storm Whale, we will explore the wonders of the ocean, learn about a variety of sea creatures and discuss themes such as friendship, kindness, imagination and caring for others. A key focus of our learning will be conservation, helping children to understand why our oceans are important, how pollution can affect marine life and the simple actions we can all take to help protect our environment. Through stories, creative activities, investigations and play, our children will develop their understanding of the world around them. 

We also have lots of exciting events to look forward to this half term. Families are warmly invited to join us for our Generation Picnic (Wednesday 17th June), where children and their special guests can enjoy biscuits, games and time together. We will also be taking part in Sports Day, celebrating teamwork, perseverance and fun. We are looking forward to a busy and memorable half term. 

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Through this topic, the children will be immersed in traditional tales, stories and non-fiction texts which celebrate living things, change and growth. They will have opportunities to develop their oracy and communication skills to retell stories and give instructions. They will use their phonic knowledge to write for a variety of purposes within provision. With opportunities for baking, children will measure and compare quantities. They will explore patterns and symmetry – supporting knowledge of doubling facts. The children will explore the natural world around them, and make observations about life cycles and growth. Observations of live caterpillars throughout the half term and a visit to The Butterfly Farm will bring learning to life. The children will consider their own growth story – how have they changed since they were babies?

Fee fi fo fum...

Our story time has just begun!

Climb up high and take a look - 

Jack and the Beanstalk is our first book!

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