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Hello all, This week in Reception we began our exciting exploration into water . The children have been curious, busy, and full of wonderful ideas as we introduced the water cycle , talked about where water comes from, and described what it looks, feels, and sounds like. We listened carefully to the sounds water makes —from gentle drips to fast splashes—and the children loved experimenting with pouring, stirring, and swirling. We will be continuing our water activities next week , giving the children more opportunities to investigate, experiment, and discover. The changing weather added even more excitement to our learning. With the frosty mornings arriving, the children made lots of amazing discoveries outdoors. They found frozen water in containers , inside tyres , and even thin icy patches on the ground . There was so much awe and wonder as they touched, observed, and talked about how water can change when it gets really cold. As the festive season approaches, we have also begun...
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 Hello all, We began the week by celebrating Anti-Bullying Week . On Monday, the children came to school wearing odd socks to celebrate individuality and to remind us all that it’s good to be different. We had thoughtful discussions about how to treat others with kindness , how our actions can make people feel, and the importance of being a good friend. On Tuesday, we spent time talking about Armistice Day and why it is such an important day of remembrance. The children made their own beautiful poppies , taking great care with their designs. We then gathered together for a minute of silence , showing fantastic respect as we reflected on the significance of the day. Our classroom has also been buzzing with excitement as the children explored our new role-play areas . The hairdresser’s salon has been especially popular, with lots of imaginative styling, booking appointments, and friendly customer service. Over in the campsite area , children have enjoyed ‘toasting’ marshmallows, s...
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 Hello all, After Bonfire Night, we went outside to our school playground to take a closer look at the ashes left behind from our bonfire . The children were fascinated to see what was left after the flames had gone out. They used lots of great describing words — “grey,” “soft,” “dusty,” — to talk about what they could see and feel. It was a lovely opportunity to explore the changes that happen when things are burned, and to use our senses to observe closely like little scientists! We also shared our firework experiences from the weekend. The children were very excited to tell us about the fireworks they had seen and heard — “bangs,” “whooshes,” “crackles,” and “sparkles” filled our classroom as we talked! Some children spoke about the colours they liked best, while others described how they watched from their gardens or wrapped up warm with their families. Our focus story was 'Room on the broom' by Julia Donaldson. Cyber Safety Presentation We would like to invite all pa...
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  Celebrating Diwali in Reception! 🌟 This week, we had a wonderful time celebrating Diwali , the Hindu Festival of Lights! The classroom was full of colour, music, and happy smiles as the children explored a range of fun activities linked to this special festival. We began by creating beautiful Rangoli patterns , using bright colours and shapes to decorate our classroom. The children showed fantastic creativity and care in their designs! We also made some Diwali playdough sweets , rolling, shaping and decorating them just like real festive treats. Later, we lit up our divas and listened to peaceful Hindu flute music , helping us to think about light, kindness and new beginnings. The children loved dressing up in colourful saris and dancing to Diwali music — it was such a joyful celebration! A big thank you to Daveen , who brought in his traditional Diwali clothes to show the class. Everyone loved seeing the beautiful patterns and colours, and it helped us learn even more a...
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Hello all,  This week in Reception, we’ve had a fantastic time celebrating Black History Month through stories, songs, and play. The children have been immersed in learning about identity, culture, and the beauty of diversity. We read two wonderful books – "Happy in My Skin" and "So Much" – which the children really enjoyed. These stories sparked lovely conversations about self-love, family, and what makes us all special. A big thank you to Miss Nadie , who taught us a beautiful song from Tanzania called "Si Mama Ka." The children loved learning the rhythm and trying out new words in a different language. We also sang "Hello to All the Children of the World" – a joyful song that celebrates greetings in many languages and helped the children think about how people say hello across the globe. Outside, the fun continued! The children made fantastic use of the large tires in our outdoor area – rolling them, building houses, and creating their...
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