In the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), there are seven areas of learning and development that shape the curriculum. All areas of learning and development are important and inter-connected.
These areas are particularly important for building a foundation for igniting children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, forming relationships and thriving.
The children are also supported in four specific areas, through which the three prime areas are strengthened and applied.
The EYFS also promotes the ‘Characteristics of Effective Learning’ which guides staff to reflect on the different ways and rates in which children learn. The characteristics of effective teaching and learning are:
The staff use their knowledge of the children’s individual needs, interests and stage of development to plan a broad and balanced curriculum which encompasses all of the areas of learning. This is particularly important in developing language and extending vocabulary.
How is the curriculum delivered?
In the EYFS, children learn best through play and first-hand experiences. Play is essential for children’s development, building their confidence as they learn to explore, relate to others, set their own goals and solve problems. Children learn by leading their own play, and by taking part in play which is guided by adults. We stimulate children’s interests, respond to each child’s emerging needs and guide their development through warm, positive interactions coupled with secure routines for play and learning. As children grow older and move into the reception year, there is a greater focus on teaching the essential skills and knowledge in the specific areas of learning to help children prepare for year 1.
Welcome to Pre-School
Early Years Practitioners: Miss McMahon, Mrs McKenzie, Mrs Steabler-Burke and Mrs Thompson.
Class book: Noisy Farm
Our focus songs are:
The children take a book home from our ‘Lending Library’ every Friday which is changed weekly.
A small number of children are chosen every week to take home an activity to support the development of their physical skills.
Welcome to Nursery
Early Years Practitioners: Mrs Howard, Mrs Johnson, Mrs Washington, Miss Stewart
Additional adults: Mrs Saruni, Mrs Hutton
Our theme is: Families
Class book: Lulu’s Nana Visit
Our focus songs are:
Home Learning
The children take a book home from our ‘Lending Library’ every Friday which is changed weekly.
Children are provided with activities to do at home for each half-term linked to what they are learning in school.
A small number of children are chosen every week to take home an activity to support the development of their physical skills.
Welcome to Reception
Class Teachers: Miss Payne (Pink Class), Miss Campbell (Blue Class), Mrs Dunn (Green Class)
Teaching Assistants: Miss Kirk (Pink Class), Mrs Woodhams (Blue Class), Mrs Smith (Green Class)
Additional Adults: Miss Wilkinson, Mrs Trippitt, Miss Olley, Mrs Fawcett
Our theme is: What Makes a Good Pet?
Class book: Aaaargh Spider!
Our focus songs/poems are:
PE day is Thursday, please bring your PE kit in a bag.
Home Learning
Homework is handed out every Friday and is due in the following Thursday.
Phonics homework is uploaded to Tapestry every Friday with a focus on consolidating what the children have learnt that week.
Reading books and records should be returned daily with at least 3 reads at home per week.
A small number of children are chosen every week to take home an activity to support the development of their physical skills.