Reception Class

Reception Class Teacher

Mrs Keightley is one of the two class teachers that work in Reception Class. 

Mrs Keightley works in the class on a Monday and Tuesday. She is also the RE lead for the school and has a real passion for music!

Mrs Rowland is one of two teachers that work in Reception Class. 

Mrs Rowland teaches on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. 

She loves the outdoors and has a passion for the schools Nature Area where she leads sessions on a Friday. Mrs Rowland is also the Art Leader for the school. 

Reception class support

Miss Flinders is the Reception Class teaching assistant. She also leads the Breakfast Club before school. She is wonderful at sharing stories with the children and bringing them to life!

Mrs Plummer-Coles is a full-time Class R TA. She has a background in SEND support and has a kind, supportive nature. Outside school she has a passion for horseriding and enjoys spending time with her family.

Mr Gray is the sports coach at the school. He delivers lots of fun activities to help with children's physical development. Mr Gray also enjoys helping in Reception Class wherever he can and loves to get involved with the children's learning. 

 

Welcome to the Spring Term! We're so excited for the fun-filled learning adventures that lie ahead. This term, we'll be diving into three exciting topics that are sure to spark curiosity and creativity in your child!
First up, we have "Winter Wonderland," where we'll explore the chilly polar regions, learn all about winter weather, and discover how to bundle up in cozy winter clothing. Get ready for some frosty fun!

Next, we’ll be celebrating the Lunar New Year with a look at the story of the Great Race, where we’ll find out how the animals earned their spots in the zodiac. We’ll also be tasting delicious Chinese food, creating colorful lanterns, and traveling the globe to ask, "Where in the world is China?"

Finally, it's time for some hands-on exploration with "Marvellous Machines!" We'll take a look at old and new technology, from retro robots to futuristic transport. It’s going to be an exciting journey through the world of machines and gadgets.

We’d love to hear about any fun activities you do at home that link to our topics. Whether it's a winter nature walk, trying a Chinese recipe, or tinkering with some tech, please share your experiences with us on Tapestry. We can’t wait to see what your child gets up to!

Thank you for your continued support, and here's to a fantastic term of discovery and fun!

 During the school day we are involved in activities and experiences which are based on the EYFS areas of learning and development: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Communication and Language Development; Physical Development; Literacy (reading and writing); Mathematics (number, shapes, spaces and measure); Understanding the World; Expressive Arts and Design.

Our PE slot this academic year is Wednesday pm. The children need to come to school wearing their PE kit on this day. 

On Friday mornings we will have our weekly Forest School sessions; these will happen whatever the weather so please bring children to school dressed in appropriate clothing for the season.

For advice on E-safety, please see this website for some useful guidance:

NSPCC Online Safety

EYFS Curriculum
Class R 2024 Spring timetable v2