The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is based on on-going observation and assessment in six areas of learning and development, namely;

• Personal, social and emotional development
• Communication, language and literacy
• Problem solving, reasoning and numeracy
• Knowledge and understanding of the world
• Physical development
• Creative development

Our foundation area has recently undergone exciting changes to make the space more interactive and cohesive for the two foundation classes and to support the Early Learning Goals. We have a new unit which incorporates a craft area, a comfy reading area and a home corner for role play. We also have an exciting outside space for the classes to use.

Three termly topics for the foundation stage ensure a broad and balanced curriculum and allow for continuity and progression. Topic work allows us to provide cross-curricular activities that challenge children to develop a specific skill and concept. Our Autumn topic is Traditional Fairy Tales, which, whilst being a Literacy based topic, allows huge cross curricular links and experiences. We will look at Three Little Pigs, Goldilocks and the Three Bears and Little Red Riding Hood to name a few.

Our week begins with a music lesson from Mrs Green. We have P.E. outside on a Tuesday where we develop gross motor skills, control and coordination through games and activities. On a Thursday, we visit Victory Hall where gymnastic and dance activities take place. We also have Show and Tell on Thursday, a highlight of the children’s week. On a Wednesday we visit the library with Mrs Marks and choose different books to take home each week. A Reading Club takes place on a Thursday after school for Reception and Year One children.