What a lovely week in Reception, the children are continuing to develop their independence when they arrive at the door, following the daily morning routines. They are beginning to independently take out their reading records and books out of their book bags and put them in the baskets, put their book bag away, take off their coats and hang them up, develop the strength in their fingers by picking up a pencil and pre-writing (sitting bottoms back, feet flat – posture while mark making is important) and then perform some active finger, hand and wrist movements to music.
Wat else has been happening this week,
PSED (Personal, social and emotional development) – We talked about our how we were feeling today, how are we feeling about coming into school?
Understanding the World – We listened to the story ‘The Tree’ and understand how the seasons start to change.
Maths – We have continued to build on their subitising skills, building on instant recognition (saying a number to the sounds of a musical instrument). They were also encouraged to look at small qualities and observe if number has changed or just the arrangement between 1 and 4) and also introducing number block 4.
Oracy – We looked at an Autumn picture and talked about what we could observe, we talked about why there were so many different coloured leaves, what animals do we spot in Autumn, what are the farmers doing in the fields? (Harvesting)…
Talk through stories – We enjoyed listening to the story ‘Five minutes’ peace’ by Jill Murphy, We learned about how the characters were feeling, what the problem was in the story and joined in with the story following phrases and showing expression.
PE – Linking with our ICT – algorithm (step by step instructions), we continued to use walk in different ways and match the coloured cones for different walks. The children worked in pairs first – following each other’s movements then the children had to walk through coloured ‘gates’ (cones) and change the walk.
They also had a visit by the school nurse, who came to record their height and weight.
Subitising numbers up to 4
Phonic writing – Children are developing pre-writing skills, building on their fine motor skills and writing the sound that they have heard in their phonic session.
Building on their Gross motor skills – strength in their hands, arms – bending, stretching, reaching… when building new structures.
Key Notices
Reception doors open 8.40am for children to arrive and home time the doors open at 3pm. Please ensure your child has their school bag, water bottle and the correct uniform and everything is labelled.
Dough Disco
We are proud to announce that we are introducing Dough Disco, it is a fun, music-led fine motor exercise created by Spread the Happiness. Children mould, roll, squeeze… dough in time to music, helping them build on strengthening their hands and fingers to prepare for writing.
Uniform
Your child needs to wear school uniform so they feel part of the Newham Bridge family. This includes:
* Red jumper or cardigan * Grey skirt or trousers * White shirt or polo shirt * Black shoes (velcro)
A suitable coat (for all weathers)
Please can you label each clothing item with their full name.
PE Days
PE will take place every Thursday and Friday, learning about body movements. Your child will need to come in their PE kit these days.
Black joggers / leggings, white polo shirt and black trainers
Weather changes
As the weather changes and turns to Autumn, please ensure that the children bring a coat to school everyday. We spend time playing outside in most weathers and a sunny morning can turn into a chilly afternoon quickly! Please label their coat
Attendance of the Week
Each week we will be celebrating 100% attendance. Children will recieve a 100% stickers for attending school all week. Well done!
Pupils of the Week
This week, our pupils of the week go to Theo Mc (Sunshines), for building his confidence coming into school and enjoying exploring the areas. Luca (Rainbows) for always wanting doing his best in all areas of the curriculum.
Birthdays
We would like to wish Grace and Willow a Happy 5th Birthday this week. Happy Birthday!
Our Community
We would like to share what is happening in and around our community. Please fell free if you are involved in local community events and wish to share flyers /posters with us and we will put them on the site.
This is happening at the MIMA – Middlesbrough
Have a super weekend everyone!
