Reception Summer 1

Literacy

This term, our literacy learning will be centered around the traditional tale The Gingerbread Man. This engaging and well-loved story will serve as a rich foundation for a wide range of interactive, creative, and exploratory activities designed to enhance children's reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
Through close reading and repeated retelling of the story, children will develop important early literacy skills such as story sequencing, character analysis, and understanding narrative structure. They will be encouraged to join in with repeated refrains, predict key events, and explore the rhythmic and repetitive nature of the language used in the text.

Math's:

This term, our focus will be on the exploration of key mathematical concepts, including 2D shapes. 3D shapes, counting on to add, counting forwards and backwards, counting to 20 and doubling. Throughout the term, children will be encouraged to use mathematical vocabulary and apply their learning to real-life scenarios. Through collaborative problem-solving, games, and activities, they will develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of these essential mathematical concepts.

Phonics:

We are starting Phase 4 on our phonics program. The children will learn new harder to read words and read ELS (Essential Letters and Sounds) weekly allocated books. They will also take home sound-related reading books. Please ensure these books are looked after and returned to school daily. We encourage you to read with your child and provide feedback in their reading diary.

Science

This term, our Reception students will embark on an exciting learning journey as they explore the fascinating world of animals and to develop a deeper understanding of the natural world around us.

PE:

PE sessions will be held every Thursday. The children will engage in activities that develop essential team play skills, ball skills, and physical coordination. Please ensure your child wears an appropriate PE kit on Thursdays.

General message:

Please ensure children have spare clothes in their bags if they have an accident.

Please ensure that your children complete their homework over the weekend so they can be collected on Monday, as well as reading with a parent for ten minutes each day.

If you have concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to contact me, or arrange a meeting after school.

Ustaha Aden

Assalaamu ‘alaikum,

I am excited to be working in Reception! I look forward to meeting you all Insha’Allah.

If you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to contact me, or arrange a meeting after school.

Ustadha Farah

Ustadha Farah is an experienced TA who will be helping all the children in their first year of school!