Term 5

This term, our topic is Nature Detectives! We will explore the natural world, search for mini-beasts, and identify all the signs of Spring. The children will also learn about life cycles and habitats.

We have our own Caterpillars in the nursery, so we can watch them grow and change over the next couple of weeks! We are very excited to see them get bigger.

Read Write Inc. Phonics.

This term, we start teaching the RWI phonics scheme to the children. They have been using the resources in the environment to help with letter formation, and they will now be learning the sounds to support this learning. Below are some videos to help you understand phonics, how to pronounce the sounds, and how to support your child's learning at home.

Story mapping.

A story map is a drawing that helps your child think about the plot, characters, and events in a story to help with re-telling. We map as a whole class, and then the children have a go at making their own versions, producing some fantastic results, as you can see below.

This term, we will continue to develop these skills with stories linked to our topic.

See if your child can re-tell one of these stories at home.

Forest School.

We will continue our Forest School sessions with Mhairi this term, and your child will go fortnightly.

The children have had a fantastic time and have loved their experiences so far, taking part in activities such as digging in the mud, searching for animals and mini-beasts, working as a team pulling logs with ropes and swinging in the hammock.

For more information, check out the Forest School page by clicking on the link below:

Dates for your diary.

24th May - Last day of Term 5