This morning, we had a visit from some friendly dentists who taught us all about how to keep our teeth clean and healthy. The children learned how to brush their teeth properly, why it’s important not to rinse after brushing so the toothpaste can continue protecting their teeth, and that we shouldn’t wet the toothbrush before brushing.  We also talked about how sugary foods and drinks can affect our teeth. Some of the quantities of sugar in snacks we eat everyday were surprising! Next week, the dentists will be back carrying out hygiene checks for the children if you have given consent. Please do check that you have received this. 

Happy Easter! Enjoy the break.   S tory focus : We have been making up our own stories thinking about who, where and what happens? Adults have been modelling using language such as once upon a time...one day...suddenly...so..luckily......the end RW used the Dog Squad as inspiration for some of their characters and events. RJ's stories were a bit more gruesome with lots of unfortunate endings for the characters!  Literacy focus : we have daily Phonics and handwriting sessions.  We have individual reading sessions, practising our blue Phonics book or reading books.  Maths focus:  doubles This is a double because the ___ is a part and ___ is a part. The parts are the same.  ___ is made of ___and ___ This is not a double! The parts are not the same. PE focus : we played the Tidy Up game again. We had to sort the rubbish into bins and then we had some children be litterbugs and mix the rubbish up!    Understanding the World focus:  we have had vis...

On Tuesday 24th March we took a small group of children up to St Dominics Residential Home.  They all had a lovely afternoon using their artistic flair to make Easter bonnets with the residents.

Yesterday afternoon, we welcomed a visitor from Essex Fire Service, who spoke to the children about fire safety. They learned about how to stay safe in the event of a fire, including simple but important steps they can take at home. The session was informative, and the children asked some fantastic questions. They have come away with important information to share with you, so do ask them what they learnt!

 We had our first match of the season today! Our club has gone from strength to strength and today, our first team of children stepped out onto the court for the first league match with a totally new team! The girls played amazingly, using the first quarter to warm up and find their feet on the court.  By the second quarter, formations were strong and the goals started to flow!  The calling out and teamwork were impeccable and we could not be prouder of what the girls achieved today! We finished with a 9 - 4 win! Mrs Brown, Mrs Connelly and Miss Hewitt

 As we prepare for the phonics screening check in June, here are some useful websites that are great for supporting your child with their phonics.  In school, we are teaching the children level 5 phonics.  In reception, they have already learnt level 3 and 4 phonics.  Please practise all 3 levels.  https://www.satspapers.org.uk/Page.aspx?TId=21 - this website has every single past paper on it.  https://www.phonicsplay.co.uk/resources/phase/5 - real and fake words https://www.phonicsplay.co.uk/resources/phase/5/picnic-on-pluto - real and fake words. 

S tory focus : A Superhero Like You by Dr Ranj  Literacy focus : we have daily Phonics and handwriting sessions.  We have individual reading sessions, practising our blue Phonics book or reading books.  Maths focus: composition of 7  7 is made of 5 and 2. 7 is made of 6 and  7 is made of 4 and 3. PE focus : we played a new game called Tidy Up. We had to sort the rubbish into bins and then we had some children be litterbugs and mix the rubbish up!  PSED focus : being safe online. Science focus : seasonal changes - Spring   Understanding the World focus:  using our book, we discussed different occupations such as carer, doctor, vet, scientist, firefighter.  We then chose one to find out more about. In RJ we found out more about firefighers and fire investigation search dogs.  We always enjoy COOL Time (Choosing Our Own Learning) and we practise lots of skills during this time.