Year: Reception

Week beginning: 

16th September 2024

It has been a great first full week in Hoglets and Owlets and we have enjoyed getting to know the children. Have a good weekend.

Literacy 

In literacy we are focusing on oracy and letter formation. We will be reading stories about starting school and friendships. We are singing nursery rhymes and exploring mark making in the environment. 

Phonics

We are looking at the graphemes ‘i’ ‘n’ ‘m’ ‘d’ 

Please see the Little Wandle website for further help on supporting your child in phonics: https://www.littlewandlelettersandsounds.org.uk/resources/for-parents/

Maths

Our focus this week is recognising numbers and counting accurately starting from 0. We will be playing games, singing songs and exploring mathematical resources/ manipulatives. 

Understanding the World

We are talking about our families and who is important to us. We will also be thinking about key adults in school and who can help us.

Home Learning

Home learning:

A phonics sheet has been sent home to revise the letters that we have learnt in class this week “s” “a” “t” “p”.

Reminders

Please make sure all school bags, lunch boxes and water bottles are clearly named.
Please ensure that your child brings a named coat to school everyday to protect them from rain and keep them warm. 

Tapestry

Please see the office team to  sign up for Tapestry if you haven’t already done so.
Please check Tapestry for updates on your child’s learning. We love to see what you are up to at home so please feel free to send photographs on this platform. 

PE Days

Outdoor PE is on a Monday – Please send your child to school wearing their PE kit and trainers. 

Indoor PE will be on Thursday and your child will also need to wear PE kit to school.

Dates for your diary

Reception Parent Forum will take place on Thursday 26th September at 15:30 - 16:00. You will be able to attend the meeting either online or in person. More information will be sent nearer the time. 

There will be a phonics workshop for parents on Tuesday 8th October from 9.00 - 9.30. You will be able to attend virtually or in person. More information will be sent nearer the time.