Reception 2025 - 2026

Welcome to Reception!

Snowday Notice - Remote Learning

Due to the snowy weather, we will be providing simple remote learning activities for our Reception children. These activities are designed to be fun, practical and stress-free, and can be completed at a time that works best for your family.

There is no pressure to complete everything – please do what you can. Any learning the children would like to bring back to school to share with their teachers and friends will be very welcome.

Suggested Learning Activities

Your child may enjoy trying one or more of the following:

Snow Play
- Make something out of snow (for example: a snowman, animal, shape or model).
- You might like to take a photo to bring in or talk about what they made.
Writing and Drawing
- Write a simple sentence about the snow or the cold weather (e.g. “I like playing in the snow. I can see a snowman.”).
- Draw a picture to match their sentence.
Cold Weather Clothing
- Write a list of important clothing to wear on a very cold day
  (e.g. coat, hat, scarf, gloves).
- Or draw pictures of the clothing and talk about why each item is important.

These activities help develop early writing, speaking, creativity and understanding of the world in a way that feels playful and meaningful for young children.

Please use the liks below to access further learning opportunities.

ow words - Can you complete these 'ow' words.

Letter Formation - Handwriting

Winter CVC Words Can you write these cvc words?

Sound Mats - Practice the sounds on these mats. You can use this to support writing.

NumberBlocks - Series 2/Ten - All number blocks are fantastic but if you can only watch one, please use this link.

Cosmic Yoga - We want you to enjoy the snow with your family. If you need something relaxing, please use this winter themed yoga to help you wind down.

High Frequency Words - Can you find any of these words in your story books a home?

Stickman Story - A suggested story book to share with you children however, if you have books at home and are avaliable, we would encourage reading a book with your child.

Talk about the story together
You can pause to ask questions, explain new words, or talk about what might happen next. This helps children understand the story more deeply and builds their language skills.
Share the pictures
Looking closely at the illustrations together helps children make sense of the story, notice details and link pictures to words.
Model reading skills
Children see how books work – holding the book the right way, turning pages, reading from left to right, and recognising familiar letters and words.
Support attention and engagement
Reading together allows you to notice when your child is excited, confused or distracted and respond to them straight away.
Build a love of reading
Sharing a book is a special, cosy time. These positive experiences help children associate reading with warmth, attention and enjoyment.

Thank you for your continued support. Enjoy the snow!

The Reception Team

Welcome to an Exciting Learning Journey!

We are absolutely delighted to extend a warm welcome to you and your children as they embark on a wonderful adventure of learning with us. Our dedicated team of educators are thrilled to introduce ourselves: Mrs. Greenbank, Mrs. Hart and Mr. Sibbald will be leading the way. We are all supported by our amazing teaching assistants: Mrs Marks, Mrs. Bebb, and Miss Davies, who will play pivotal roles in nurturing your child's love for learning and supporting their holistic development.

To make sure your child has a fantastic experience, here are some important details:

Baselines: In line with National policy, we will be conducting a baseline assessment. These are short assessments that give us an idea of the children’s current knowledge, skills and understanding in Maths and Literacy.

Forest School Adventures: Every Wednesday, we'll be heading outdoors for Forest School activities. Please ensure your child comes prepared with a pair of wellies, as we'll be exploring in all kinds of weather! This promises to be a time of exciting exploration and discovery.

Physical Education (PE) Sessions: Our PE sessions will take place every Tuesday and Wednesday. Please make sure your child aatends in their PE kit. Staying active is an integral part of their development!

Label Everything: To avoid any mix-ups, kindly ensure that all your child's belongings (including coats, jumpers, water bottles, and snack boxes) are clearly labelled with their name.

Stay Hydrated: Remember to send your child with a water bottle every day (water or diluted juice please, no fizzy drinks). Staying hydrated helps keep their minds sharp and their bodies energized.

Healthy Snack Time: For snack time, we encourage nutritious and healthy options. There is no need to send them with a snack as we will provide fruit and milk daily. This helps maintain sustained energy levels throughout the day, supporting optimal learning.

Reading Together: Reading is a cornerstone of learning. We recommend reading with or to your child at least three times a week. Don't forget to record these moments in the reading log provided. It's a small step that makes a big difference!

Uniform Matters: Uniforms play a role in creating a sense of belonging and pride in our school community. Please ensure your child comes dressed in the school uniform every day and that they are not wearing jewellery (stud earings are acceptable).

Keeping You in the Loop: We'll be using the school webiste, facebook and Arbour to share some of the exciting learning moments and notify you of any signiciat events (including first aids). Kindly engage with messages and alway feel comfortable to speak to staff. Your engagement is a vital part of your child's learning journey!

We're looking forward to an incredible year of growth, discovery, and learning together. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Let's make this year one to remember!

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