Fiona's Therapy Farm came to visit! We had the opportunity to groom a lamb and take it for a walk around our school grounds. We enjoyed stroking the animals too. We learned so much about how to be kind to them and what they need to stay...
Children in Reception have absolutely loved learning about minibeasts. This week, we used clay to create a bug sculpture each. We rolled our clay into spheres and cylinders, building on our prior learning about 3D shapes. We used natural materials to add wings, legs and antennae to...
[gallery ids="11372,11373,11377,11378,11379,11380"] This week Reception had the opportunity to use Microscopes. We enjoyed using our observation skills to look through the lens. It was interesting looking at different cells. Thank you to the Royal Microscopy Society for lending us all of this interesting equipment. ...
Last week caterpillars arrived in Reception. We are recording and observing how they change over time. During independent learning we are writing predictions. Take a look at our wonderful writing. [gallery ids="11201,11202,11206,11203,11204,11205"]...
Children in Reception are learning to use different techniques in Art and Design. This week we explored printing. We used recycled materials to create our prints, exploring a range of techniques and patterns. Take a look at our wonderful artwork. [gallery ids="11082,11083,11084,11088,11085,11087,11089,11086,11090,11091"]...
Reception enjoyed walking to Holy Trinity Church on Monday. We had the opportunity to explore the church and draw observational drawings. Thank you to everyone at Holy Trinity Church for organising a wonderful morning! Thank you to the families who were able to join us! [gallery ids="11010,11005,11007,11008,11009,11011"] ...
Reception have many opportunities to develop their gross motor skills. This week we enjoyed using large construction kits to build houses and homes. We also developed our balance and coordination using our amazing Adventure Trail. [gallery ids="10983,10981,10980,10979,10978,10977,10976"] ...
Design and Technology Reception enjoyed making pancakes to celebrate Pancake Day. We used our fine motor skills to pour and mix ingredients together. We even cracked an egg! They were absolutely delicious! [gallery ids="10956,10950,10949,10947,10946,10945,10944"]...