This week in Snowdon Class...

Week commencing 17th November 

This week we have been consolidating our knowledge of set 1 sounds, revising all the things that we have learned already.  We have also been working on rhyming and breaking words into syllables.  Please continue to support your child’s learning at home by using the phonics flash cards and using Fred Talk (saying the sounds for the child to repeat and blend into a word e.g. t – i – n is tin). 

We have had a brilliant time learning about different sources of light and that blocking light creates shadows.  A lot of the children had made shadow puppets at home and were able to bring them in and talk about what they had made, which really enhanced their learning. 

We also learned more about the numbers 4 and 5 this week.  Please continue to support your child’s learning by spotting 4 and 5 in their environment.  Can they count 4 or 5 things?  Can they write the digits? 

Please feel free to send extra layers of warm clothing into school on the day of your child’s Woodland Wonder afternoon to make sure they feel as comfortable as possible during the session. 

Snowdon – Woodland Wonder on Monday

This week’s talking task:  

As we start learning about winter festivals, we will be learning about seasonal foods.  As part of this, the children will have the opportunity to make gingerbread biscuits.  Can they help with any baking or cooking at home?  Can they measure ingredients?  Maybe they could bring in a recipe, or you could send in photos of what they’ve made.  Are these foods seasonal? 

Please do not send food into school due to allergies and intolerances. 

To enable children to develop their language skills, we have used AI to translate this into other languages spoken in our school community.    

The children are encouraged to use the toilets and drink water throughout the day and are allowed to go to the toilet whenever they need.

The Reception timetable evolves as the children settle into the routine of school.  This is what we are hoping the timetable will be by the end of term.

During Adventure Time, the children are free to use and explore the resources and activities in the indoor and outdoor classrooms.  During this time, the Reception adults lead activities or work with individuals or small groups on a particular task or skill.  Waterproofs and wellies are used everyday during these sessions, so these stay in school.