Today Nursery graduated ready for their move to Reception. Look how far we’ve come!
Nursery
Ooh arrr me hearties – Nursery pirates sail the high seas!
Today Nursery had a wonderful morning learning to sail. We left school, travelled by public transport and walked through the Aqaudrome. We spotted berries growing and listened to the crickets and grass hoppers in the long, dry grass.
The children were fantastic and it was repeatedly commented on how polite, well mannered and focused they were. Nursery embraced new challenges and obstacles with a “YES we can” attitude. It is great to see them putting all we have learnt to use.
To quote Oli, “This is the best day of my whole life!”
Nurseries favourite stories
This morning Nursery selected some of their favourite stories we have read over the year. These books are from our core book box and the children hear them read again and again and again. When we read them as a whole class the children join in, adding expression and rhythm.
Today the children selected a favourite and read it to a friend or themselves. It was wonderful to hear them become such fantastic story tellers.
Beware of the BIG, HUNGRY wolf!
It was wonderful to welcome so many EYFS families at school today to enjoy the story of Little Red Riding Hood.
The children impressed us with their articulation of story lines and singing. It has had such a positive impact upon classroom learning as children have been retelling the story, making books and describing characters.
Early Years Quality Standard – GOLD
Today some of our Early Years team traveled to Stevenage to collect our Gold award for the EYQS. This was part of the journey and not the end! It has been two years of hard dedication by the whole team to transform the EYFS into a learning centered environment.
Our consultant described the project as follows . . . . .
A very cohesive and reflective team who work tirelessly to improve the learning opportunities for their children. Over the last two years, they have developed and transformed the EYFS into an inviting and accessible environment that reflects the individual needs and learning of each unique child. Their ‘gold’ project enabled children in the nursery and reception classes to improve the achievement and outcomes for their children. The EY Leader is inspirational in driving forward the Early Years practice and enables all practitioners to be part of a cohesive and dedicated team. Well done to all the team!
Nursery stay for lunch
This week Nursery have been staying for lunch to help them with their transition to Reception. They have adapted to all the changes very well.
The children have selected their lunch in the morning, queued up somewhere different, selected choices at the salad bar, sat in the school hall and then enjoyed their lunch break in the Reception garden. Great to see how ready they all are.
Transient Art in Nursery
Today the children in Nursery selected a range of natural materials to make pictures. The resources were varied and promoted deep and complex thinking. The children looked closely at the details and began to notice subtly differences in colour, texture, size and shape. The intricate patterns and features were explored through the detail of each picture.
The art took many formations – here one moment and gone the next!
The Tiger Who Came to Tea
On Tuesday Nursery and Reception had a fabulous morning out to watch the Tiger Who Came to Tea. This is one of our favourite stories and the children enjoyed joining in, especially with the dancing!
Many thanks to our PTA who funded the coach travel costs.
EYFS Welcome workshop
It was great to meet many new (and known) parents/carers this morning/tonight at our EYFS welcome workshop. We aimed to provide more information about what learning in the EYFS looks like and how this can be supported at home. Below are the resources we used today.
If you were unable to attend please make sure you sign up for a home visit and come and speak to us about any questions or queries you may have.
