Reception

Welcome to our Reception class page!

In our classroom we have Miss Calvert (class teacher) and Mrs Nixon (nursery nurse).

A typical morning in Reception consists of daily Phonics, Literacy, Reading, singing and story time. In an afternoon we have Maths, story time and an addition focus such as RE, PE, PSED, UTW and Music. The children have continuous access to our different areas of provision and participate in weekly whole school and class Celebration of the Word, special guest assemblies and Well Done assemblies.

Reading

Once we have started our RWI phonics sessions the children will have a sound to learn and a letter to write. Please help them to do this and practise the sound whenever you can, focussing your child’s attention on any words you say or see that begin with the selected sound.

Bookbags

Children should have a book bag to carry letters, reading book and reading record (when issued). This is to come to school every day. No backpacks please as we have limited space in our cloakroom. Your child does not need to bring in items from home e.g. toys/teddies/pencils.

Water bottles

Please send your child to school with their own water bottle every day. Please do not fill your child’s water bottles with juice, plain water only. We replenish the water throughout the day.

School Meals

A reminder that school meals are free in Reception. We highly encourage parents to let their children have a free school meal as we believe it is important for children to try a variety of food and enjoy a hot meal.

P.E kits

Your child will come to school in their PE kit on PE days. The school PE kit should include: a blue t-shirt, blue or black shorts/jogging bottoms and trainers. Please ensure your child wears Velcro trainers unless they are able to tie their shoelaces independently. PE will take place every Tuesday from Tuesday 16th September.

Seesaw

Please continue to check Dojo and Seesaw for key messages.

We are always available after school if you wish to discuss any issues or concerns. If you wish to arrange a more focused appointment, please contact the school office.

Thank you

Miss Calvert and Mrs Nixon