In Willow class (Reception), our teacher is Miss Hunter.

We enjoy lots of stories together, getting lost in another world, building a love of reading for pleasure. Through We Love to Read we explore new vocabulary, and build our comprehension skills, by retrieving and sequencing stories and texts. We teach phonics daily through Read Write Inc (RWI) We start be learning speed sounds before practicing segmenting and blending to become fluent readers.

In English, Reception children use high quality stories and texts to explore characters and settings. Children make predictions and use their imagination to create their own story and adventures.

In Mathematics, Reception learn through Mastering Number which teaches us to get a really deep understanding of number, and build key conceptual skills, through practical activities and songs, turning us into mathematicians.

In the afternoons we explore our units through our wider curriculum, including art and music. We also have PSHCE lessons, PE and reflection time. Throughout the year Willow class get the opportunity to take part in forest school sessions, we will keep you informed about when these are.

Miss Hunter likes to set up lots of exciting opportunities in provision that children can access both inside and outside throughout the day. We have lots of fun open-ended resources to explore using our imagination and Miss Hunter enhances our provision areas based on our themes and interests.

I look forward to learn alongside your children this year and I cannot wait to watch them flourish.

Please click here for a copy of our welcome letter.