Welcome to Spring term in Reception!
This half term in Reception, children will engage in carefully planned learning experiences through our Unit of Learning focused on Transport, explored through History and Geography. Through the theme of Dinosaurs, children will develop an understanding of old and new, past and present, supporting early historical awareness and knowledge of how the world has changed over time.
Learning will be enriched through meaningful real-life experiences, including local fieldwork exploring nearby stations and a visit to the London Transport Museum, enabling children to apply their learning in practical and relevant contexts. In Art, children will develop their creative skills by drawing landscapes inspired by the work of Jackson Pollock, exploring colour, movement and mark-making.
A strong emphasis continues to be placed on early foundations, particularly Phonics. Children will consolidate previously taught sounds, learn new sounds, and develop confidence in blending and segmenting. The teaching and regular practice of tricky words remains a key priority, as this is essential for developing fluency in early reading and writing.
In Religious Education, children will explore the big question: “Why do Christians believe that Jesus is special?”, supporting their understanding of Christian beliefs in an age-appropriate and respectful manner.
The Reception learning environment continues to provide purposeful and engaging spaces that promote independence and allow children to take increasing ownership of their learning through Continuous Provision.
We look forward to a productive and enriching half term, supporting children’s progress across all areas of learning.
