Welcome to Reception Class 

Contacts:

Mrs Saunders          ssaunders@redhill.worcs.sch.uk 

Mrs Butcher            sbutcher@redhill.worcs.sch.uk 

Spring 2 

This half term, we are diving into the fascinating theme of growing! As we welcome the arrival of spring, we will be observing the changes in nature, spotting signs of new life, and planting in our very own reception garden. Through hands-on activities, we will explore life cycles and understand how plants, animals, and people grow and change over time.

To support our learning, we will be focusing on some wonderful books:
📖 Rosie’s Walk – a delightful story that helps us explore positional language and storytelling.
🦋 The Very Hungry Caterpillar – a classic book that introduces life cycles and healthy eating.
🌱 Jack and the Beanstalk – an exciting fairy tale that ties in perfectly with our focus on growth and plants.

Maths Focus

In Maths, we will be learning about length and height, helping children understand and compare sizes. We will also explore time, thinking about daily routines and sequencing events. As we move forward with our number work, we will be focusing on numbers 9 and 10, deepening our understanding of counting, composition, and problem-solving. Look out for the doubling and number bonds activities we will be sending out. 

RE and special events 

This half term in RE, we will be exploring why Easter is important to Christians. We will discuss the Easter story, its key messages, and traditions. To bring this learning to life, we will be visiting our local church, where the children will have the opportunity to see and experience an important place of worship first hand.

We also have a very exciting trip planned to a musical festival! This will be a fantastic opportunity for the children to experience live music, rhythm, and movement in an engaging and interactive way. Please remember to give your consent for this trip so your child can take part in this special experience.

Supporting Learning at Home

To help your child continue to make progress, please remember to:
📚 Read with them regularly – sharing books together helps develop vocabulary, comprehension, and a love for reading.
🔡 Practise phonics flashcards – this will support their confidence in recognising sounds and blending words.

• A few reminders -
• PE Sessions: Our PE sessions take place every Thursday. Please ensure children come to school wearing their PE kits on this day. Thank you.
• Please ensure your child brings a water bottle to school every day to stay refreshed and hydrated.
• Keep us informed about who will be collecting your child at the end of each day, especially if there are any changes to the usual routine.
• Read our weekly newsletter sent out every Friday. It will provide you with valuable information about our school life, the learning your child has been doing, and any important upcoming dates.
• Wellington Boots to be brought into school. These will be kept in school as the children will go outdoors in all weathers. Please make sure they are named.