Welcome to Reception Class 

Contacts:

Mrs Saunders          ssaunders@redhill.worcs.sch.uk 

Mrs Butcher            sbutcher@redhill.worcs.sch.uk 

Summer 1 

Although this half-term may be short, we have an exciting and action-packed few weeks planned! Our theme for learning is "Amazing Animals," and we can’t wait to explore the wonderful world of creatures big and small.

One of the highlights of this term will be a special visit from the Animal Man, where the children will have the opportunity to meet and learn about a variety of fascinating animals up close. This hands-on experience will help bring our learning to life and spark curiosity about the natural world.

Our literacy focus will be driven by two fantastic books: "We're Going on a Bear Hunt" and "Handa’s Surprise." Through these stories, the children will develop their storytelling, sequencing, and descriptive language skills while also immersing themselves in themes of adventure, nature, and cultural diversity.

In Science, we will be linking our investigations to the well-loved traditional tale, "The Three Little Pigs." The children will explore different materials and their properties, testing which ones are the strongest—just like the pigs did when building their houses! This hands-on exploration will encourage prediction-making, problem-solving, and discussion around materials in the world around us.

In Maths, we will be focusing on numbers beyond 20, deepening the children’s understanding of counting, number recognition, and place value. Through engaging activities and practical experiences, we will help them build confidence in working with larger numbers in a fun and meaningful way.

With so much planned, it’s going to be a fantastic half term, filled with learning, discovery, and lots of fun!

Thank you for your continued support.

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 Wednesday. 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.