1. Reception 2015

2. Things we need House t-shirt and correct uniform for the end of September. Waterproofs and wellies need to be in school for our adventures in the woods Contact books- please send in book bag daily or hand to us if they contain a message Book bag and reading book everyday please Water bottles- your child needs a water bottle- transparent, named and with a sports cap

3. Our class P.E is on a Friday morning We are happy to chat to parents- before and after school Behaviour management - children may be given the timer if their behaviour is inappropriate Class rules- please can you and your child sign a copy in the home learning journal Routine of the day- Two child initiated sessions a day- where the children ‘choose’ what they would like to do. RWI and literacy session. ‘Teacher directed’ sessions- where children are taught a new skill or consolidate their learning.

4. Our class Children help themselves to fruit and water during the morning Snack time in the afternoon- please could you send in… Stickers squirrel of the day, star of the week Shows- at special times of the year Newsletters are sent home to explain what we are doing at school If you are late and the door is shut please enter via the office- please don’t knock on the door.

5. Reception The curriculum and parents guide to the EYFS- please see handout and the website for a copy of this Letter formation- please encourage correct letter formation at home. See handout Name practice- please have a go at home Journals- sent on a Friday, please return on a Tuesday Learning high frequency words- please help your child at home Special books- children’s learning will be documented throughout the year in their special book. These will be shared with you at times, throughout the year

6. Please please... Parent and child voice- Wow moments! Please use the Wow cards provided- they are really useful to us. If you need any more please let us know. Parent reps Most of these points are mentioned in the newsletter.

7. Dates for your diary Macmillan Coffee Morning- Friday 25 th September Phonic and Maths Workshop-Tuesday 20 th October Reception Nativity-Tuesday 15 th December (time to be confirmed)