WELCOME TO RECEPTION The aim of this visit is to welcome you and your family to Ettington Church of England Primary School and give you an introduction to school life.
Staff • Mr David Johnson – Head Teacher • Mrs Michelle Crowe – Assistant Head Teacher / Phase Leader • Mrs Alice Gold (3 days) & Mrs Anita Twyman (2 days) – Reception Teachers • Mrs Theresa Nichols – Reception Teaching Assistant • Mrs Mary Patel – Chair of Governors • Mrs Lorraine Holmes – Business Manager (Office Staff)
KEY OBJECTIVES • Introductions and meet the staff • Daily Class and School Routines • Overview of curriculum and how you can support • Induction arrangements • Preparing your child for school • Practical Information, Concerns & Medical Matters • Induction Pack: Lunches, uniform, milk, forms etc • Refreshments and time to chat with staff and other parents
DAILY ORGANISATION 8:45 Gate opens 8:50 Children line up when the bell rings 9:00 – 9:30 Assembly Learning Activities 10:30-10:45 Playtime (snack) Learning Activities 12:00-1:15 Lunch Time Learning Activities 3:15 Home Time
So what happens in Reception… When children are asked; ‘What have you been doing in school today ?’ the common response is, ‘We played with the sand and toys.’ Children: • Work in a variety of groups (talking partners etc) • Enjoy opportunities of both teacher and child led activities • Experience both indoor and outdoor activities • Encounter many opportunities for role play rich with discussion
Phonics • Phonics, blending of letters to form initial sounds. E.g. s and h make sh … • Sounds rather than letter names. • Children learn through a combination of pictures and actions for each sound. • Daily diet of phonics. • Teacher led activities, often using interactive whiteboard. • Sounds brought home to reinforce learning. • Includes letter formation and sound.
Literacy & Language • Covers communication through reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. • Provide opportunities to imagine and recreate experiences through activities (exploring language as they do so). • To make connections between school, home and the wider community. • To have access to, and share a wide range of rhymes, stories, poems, songs and non-fiction books.
Reading • Emphasis on learning through a range of strategies with strong emphasis on phonics. • Learn to recognise a series of High Frequency Words, many of which cannot be sounded out phonically. • Also look at context and other clues to assist in understanding text. • Comprehension (understanding the text) is just as important as de-coding each word.
Reading Books • Begin by looking at books without text, telling own stories from pictures. If they can already read however don’t hold them back! • Main reading scheme is Oxford Reading Tree ( see examples on display ). • Children work through scheme at own pace, demonstrating understanding. • Books supplemented by others at same level as required ( further examples on display ).
Reading at home • Children bring home scheme books each week, from an early point in the first term. • Please share these with your child, reading to them and encouraging them to read to you as they gain confidence. • Remember to record in their yellow reading record, be honest, sometimes reading with your child can be painful . (Please note that not all in-school reading will be recorded in this book). • Repetition is the key! Little and often is best. • Don’t force your child to read; work hard to develop a healthy attitude towards books.
Writing • Children begin with “wiggles and squiggles”. • They begin to ascribe meaning to these marks. • Increasingly use phonic knowledge and letter formation in their writing • Write simple “CVC” words as knowledge increases . E.g. Cat. • By the end of the year they will understand VCOP
Mathematical Development • Counting, sorting, matching, patterns and connections • Children work with numbers, shape, space and measures. • Children learn through stories, songs, games and imaginative play. • E.g. Capacity is taught by playing with water and a variety of containers
What you can do to help! • Encourage children to draw, paint etc • Show children your writing, shopping lists, things to do, cards. • Make scrap books, write postcards, party invitations. • Develop fine motor skills by cutting, sewing, dot-to-dots • Read bedtime stories to your child and with your child! • Look at and talk about printed language in their environment, such as on food packets, road signs, labels and leaflets. • Point out numbers around you, on houses, cars, television channels, cookers and microwaves, • Say number names in order as you climb the stairs, count teddies on a bed, plates on the table. • Compare quantities, who has the most sweets, which shopping bag is heavier? • Sing simple number rhymes such as ‘10 Green Bottles.’
7 AREAS OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT 3 PRIME AREAS 1. Personal, Social and Emotional Development 2. Communication and Language 3. Physical Development The PRIME AREAS are fundamental throughout the EYFS
7 AREAS OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT 4 SPECIFIC AREAS • LITERACY • MATHEMATICS • UNDERSTANDING OF THE WORLD • EXPRESSIVE ARTS AND DESIGN • These include the essential skills and knowledge for children to participate successfully in society
Induction Process Monday 12 th September: 9:15 -11:45 Group A (Half the class) 1:30-3:00 Group B (Half the class) Tuesday 13 th September: 9:15-11:45 Group B (Half the class) 1:30-3:00 Group A (Half the class) Wednesday 14 th September: 8:50 – 1:30 Whole Class – Lunch Thursday 15 th September onwards :8:50-3:15 Full Days commence
HOME VISITS September • We hope all parents will sign up for home visit with Mrs Gold or Mrs Twyman, who will to come out to your house and meet you and your child in a context they feel familiar and happy with. • Home visits will take place during the week commencing 5 th September . Please complete the enclosed form and we will contact you to arrange a suitable time. • Home visits are recommended but not compulsory.
Little Accidents • Children sometimes have “accidents” so please provide a set of spare clothes. • All children will be encouraged to go to the toilet independently. They may need a little more practise before they begin school. • Also encourage them to flush the toilet and always wash their hands, even if they didn’t really need to go! • Very occasionally, we may call a parent to come into school and clean and change their child if it is required.
Practical Details • Please ensure all uniform is labelled with child’s name, especially PE equipment • Children need to have a coat in school, hats for summer. Sun cream must be applied at home • Children will need a pair of labelled wellie boots • Packed lunches in named lunch box and a drink • No chocolate, nuts, sweets, fizzy drinks please as we are a ‘Healthy School’. • We provide free fruit each break time (and tuck shop for a small fee).
Medical Matters • Any sickness or diarrhoea, must be followed by 48 hrs absence. • Head lice are common! Please check weekly and treat as recommended. • Any absence telephone school office by 9.00am explaining why. Please remember that children are expected to attend school every day unless they are unwell. (We can only authorise term time holidays in exceptional circumstances). • Any medicines can only be administered by prior arrangement via the office and with a member of the Senior Management Team.
Communication • We operate an open door policy and are always pleased to meet or talk on the phone to any parent requiring information or advice. • We will provide regular opportunities for parents to visit school, meet the staff and see first- hand your child’s learning. • The class teacher should be able to assist with any concerns in the first instance. Please ensure you arrange a mutually convenient time. The morning is not a suitable time to chat to teachers. • Fortnightly newsletters will update you of all you need to know. • Visit our excellent website for useful information regarding : events, the curriculum and school policies.
Other Important People • Friends of Ettington School (FoES) – parents, relatives & neighbours who organise regular fund-raising and social events for the children and their families. • Governors – Oversee the running & management of the school and monitor data and policies. Include: Parent, Staff, Local Authority and Church representatives. • Parent Council – 2 representatives from each year group who work with the Senior Leadership Team to help implement change.
And Finally We value a strong relationship with our parents and their families, please make every effort to be involved in your child’s education as it really does make a difference! We do appreciate this is a big step for everybody. Enjoy it… Thank you for choosing our wonderful school for your child and for attending today. Please enjoy some refreshments and have a chat with other parents and staff.
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