Reception 2016 - 2017

At St Matthew’s we run an Early Years Unit which consists of Nursery and Reception. We cater for children aged 3-5. The Early Years Unit is a fully integrated part of the school with well-equipped indoor and outdoor spaces. 

The children benefit from working and playing alongside each other. Children can move through the Foundation Stage curriculum at their own pace with Reception children receiving ongoing support if needed, and Nursery age children progressing through to later stages, if they are ready. Continuity and progression are ensured. Groupings are more flexible to benefit the children and staff can provide opportunities that are challenging and meet individual needs. The Unit further benefits children as they are in the same part of the school for a longer period of time. This makes the first few years of education a time of emotional security which builds confidence and reduces the disruption which may be caused by transition. Children have familiar routines and work with the same team of familiar adults. Staff will know children and families very well, making it easier to cater for their needs.

Please have a look at 'What To Expect And When' which gives you lots of information about how your child is learning and developing during their first five years.

You will be able to find information about school trips, useful websites, holiday dates and any other exciting events coming up this term here so make sure to check back regularly.

Our topic for the SummerTerm is 'People who help in our community'. Please have a look at our planning in the files section below.

Find out how we teach the children to read and write here!

Useful Websites

These websites can support and extend your child's learning at home.

• http://www.phonicsplay.co.uk/

• http://www.topmarks.co.uk/

• http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UapRIdsWvpc

• https://www.oxfordowl.co.uk/  (please ask us for a password for Oxford Owl)

Our Special Friends at St Matthew's Church

We have been doing lots of work with Pam and Reverend David from St Matthew's Church and we are very grateful for the donation to our Early Years Unit from the Church for new Bibles and Bible Stories. We look forward to more visits and trips with our special friends.

Please have a look at St Matthew's Church website http://www.edgeleyandcheadleheath.org.uk/  for up and coming family events.