Image of Reception - Science - Exploring the Snow
7 Jan

Reception - Science - Exploring the Snow

Reception Class had a great time exploring the snow and ice. We added paint to the snow and made marks, we moved some of the equipment to see different shapes, we poured water over the snow and the ice and we used different methods to try and break the ice. We then had to throw snowballs at different numbers/graphemes and tricky words that were written in chalk.

Image of EYFS- PSHE-Christmas Magic Show
20 Dec

EYFS- PSHE-Christmas Magic Show

We had a magical day for all the children in EYFS experiencing a Christmas Magic Show. We watched magic tricks, a puppet show and the children enjoyed joining in with all the different acts. We danced to music and then a special visitor arrived.....' SANTA'.

Image of Pre-School- PSHE-Taking Turns and Sharing
18 Dec

Pre-School- PSHE-Taking Turns and Sharing

We have been developing our taking turns and sharing skills this week. We have played a pairs game and needed to match the animals. The children had to wait their turn and watch what was happening when the other player took their turn. Children struggled at first to wait their turn and how to play the game but with some guidance we had lots of fun.

Image of Pre-School-PD-Christmas Dough
18 Dec

Pre-School-PD-Christmas Dough

The children have enjoyed taking part in our Christmas dough disco. Moving arms up in the air and low to the ground and all around. We splat, pinched and moulded our dough to make reindeers, snowmen and Christmas puddings. The children have developed their skills over the term and are building their muscles in their arms and fingers.

Image of Nursery - Maths - Making Reindeer Dust
17 Dec

Nursery - Maths - Making Reindeer Dust

On our malleable table this week, Nursery class have been making reindeer dust. The children have used spoons, cups, jugs, bowls and various other objects to scoop the ingredients and create their reindeer dust. The children were challenged to use their listening skills and follow an instruction such as, 'one cup of oats' and 'a sprinkle of glitter'. We counted out the scoops as the children added more and encouraged the children to count along and repeat key words 'more' 'empty' and 'full'. Once everything was measured and mixed the children filled up little bags to take home for Santa's reindeer on Christmas eve.

Image of Reception - Worship - Ideas For A School Prayer Space
17 Dec

Reception - Worship - Ideas For A School Prayer Space

Today, Reception Class brainstormed ideas for a new Prayer Space that will be in the entrance of the School. First of all we thought about all the things that the children like about the worship area in our classroom and then considered what else would be good, such as cushions and sand!

Image of Reception - Courageous Advocacy - How Can We Solve The Problem of Litter In our Community?
17 Dec

Reception - Courageous Advocacy - How Can We Solve The Problem of Litter In our Community?

Today Reception Class reflected on why people leave litter around in our community and how that makes us feel. We then thought about ways we can all make our place a better place to live by the actions we take.

Image of Reception - Computing - Colouring Christmas Pictures
16 Dec

Reception - Computing - Colouring Christmas Pictures

Reception Class have been using 2 Paint a Picture to create their own festive pictures. They were able to select different patterns and textures to decorate their pictures.

Image of Reception Class - Art and Design - Painting and Decorating Christmas Trees
16 Dec

Reception Class - Art and Design - Painting and Decorating Christmas Trees

Reception used paint for the base of their Christmas tree. Once it had dried the children used different media, such as ribbon, glitter, pom-poms and sequins to decorate them. They used PVA glue to make sure all of their decorations were secure.q

Image of Reception Class - PE - Ball Skills
16 Dec

Reception Class - PE - Ball Skills

This week, Reception have been practising their ball skills. Working with a partner they had to throw, bounce, roll and catch.

Image of Nursery - Science - What's in the Gift?
11 Dec

Nursery - Science - What's in the Gift?

This week the children in nursery class have been investigating the hidden objects inside presents. The children were asked what they thought would be inside, but we couldn't see anything! Once the gift was placed on the light table, a shadow appeared, the children were challenged to spot characteristics of the shadows they could see to enable them match the correct gifts. The children really enjoyed choosing their own presents and observing what objects appeared when placed on the light table. 

Image of Reception Class - Maths - Writing Numbers
11 Dec

Reception Class - Maths - Writing Numbers

The children have been busy practising their number formation this week! Some great progress has been made this term, well done Reception!