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Nursery Blog – 30.01.26
Phonics During our phonics sessions, we revisited the concept of alliteration. We explored various items and thought of words that began with the same letter. The children also played the game ‘Odd One Out,’ where they were shown three items and had to determine which item started with a different letter. Word Aware This Read More
Read newsNursery Blog – 23.01.26
Phonics This week, we focused on rhyme and the sound patterns that repeat. We used flashcards to emphasise the final sounds and identify the patterns. The children also engaged in body percussion to reinforce the words. Word Aware This week we have looked at ‘front’ and ‘full’. Maths This week, our maths focus has Read More
Read newsNursery Blog – 16.01.26
Phonics In our phonics sessions, we examined pictures displayed on the screen and discussed the sounds we might associate with each image. After this discussion, we listened to some of the actual sounds. The children also participated by listening to and imitating various body percussion sounds. Concept Words This week we have looked at Read More
Read newsNursery Blog – 09.01.26
The Three Little Pigs This term, we are reading The Three Little Pigs. We have explored various versions and discussed their differences. The children have also started learning a song that tells the story. Phonics We have been using our listening skills to distinguish between instruments from around the world. The children then listened Read More
Read newsNursery Blog – 19.12.24
We had a very busy week as we finished the term. The party and visit from Santa were the main highlights. We also included many activities, crafts, and learning through songs. Thank you for your kind wishes, cards, and gifts. We feel incredibly grateful for your generosity. Merry Christmas to everyone, and enjoy a Read More
Read newsEYFS Nativity 2025
We hope everyone enjoyed the EYFS Nativity last week. The children (and staff) did really well! Please find some photos and video clips below. (It has taken a while to go through the videos and photos as quite a few children aren’t allowed online. Please don’t repost photos or videos of your child if Read More
Read newsNursery Blog – 12.12.25
Phonics This week, the children have been using their listening skills to decode words and listen to the environmental sounds around our school. I told a story about a boy named ‘B-e-n,’ and his friend, ‘S-a-m.’ Throughout the story, I segmented simple words for the children to blend and reveal. We also listened very Read More
Read newsNursery Blog – 05.12.25
Phonics This week, we met Mr Fox and his phonics box. We had to guess what was inside the box by listening to words being sounded out. We blended the sounds to reveal the object. We also played a game called ‘Find It,’ where we listened to sounds and blended them again before matching Read More
Read newsNursery Blog – 28.11.25
Phonics This week in our phonics sessions, we passed sounds around in a circle while listening for any changes. We also created a sensory story to retell “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt.” The children participated by using actions and sounds to help tell the story. Word Aware This week, we have looked at Read More
Read newsNursery Blog – 21.11.25
Phonics This week, we focused on using expressions! The children helped retell the story ‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ while expressing excitement and shock. We also read ‘Suddenly!’ Additionally, the children practised making different sounds to match some chosen items. Word Aware This week we have looked at ‘dark’ and ‘day’. Maths This Read More
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