Christmas Buddies
20-12-2024
Reception and Year 6 have enjoyed spending some time together with their buddies, sharing Christmas cards that they have made for each other and eating lunch together.
Welcome to Reception class
Welcome to our Reception class Information Page. On this page you will find our YR Long term plan, our latest termly class newsletter, details of our homework project for this half term and any other relevant information. At the bottom of this page is our news and photo gallery.
In Reception Class we follow the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. The Early Years Foundation Stage Framework is based upon four themes:
- A Unique Child – developing resilient, capable, confident and self assured individuals
- Positive Relationships – supporting the children in becoming strong and independent self assured individuals
- Enabling Environments – where opportunities respond to individual needs and there is a strong partnership between practitioners and parents/carers
- Learning and Development – acknowledging that children learn in different ways and at different rates
More information on the EYFS framework and how it is delivered at St Jude’s is included in our Early Years Policy which can be found on our General Policies page.
Our EYFS Intent, Implementation and Impact Statement
intent-statement-for-website-3Long Term Plan
Below is the plan showing the topics taught through the year. Please see the curriculum subject pages for more information regarding the topics.
Reception-LTP-2024-2025Early Years Core Stories and Rhymes
early-years-core-stories-and-rhymes-1Termly Class Newsletter
Below is the relevant information that you will need for this term. If you have any further questions please see the class teacher.
Reception-Autumn-Parent-Partnership-Letter-2024-2025What to expect in the EYFS – A Guide for Parents
what-to-expect-in-the-eyfs-1-1What are Reception learning this term?
Half-Termly-Plan-Autumn-2Termly Homework Project
A termly homework project will be set to support classroom learning. Below is this half terms project.
Reception-Homework-AutumnPhonics and reading
Systematic synthetic daily phonics is taught following the Read Write Inc Programme throughout Early Years and Key Stage 1, beginning in the summer term of Pre-school. Pupils are grouped according to ability across the year groups. Progress is tracked throughout the year by the early reading and phonics lead and groupings are adjusted accordingly. Pupils in Year 1 have a National Phonics Screening Test in June. Pupils who do not achieve the expected standard re-sit the test the following year when they are in Y2. Fast track tutoring will be used as an intervention when required to support early reading and writing.
When pupils complete the Read Write Inc phonics programme they begin ‘No-nonsense spelling’. This programme is taught throughout Key Stage 2.
Reading
We use the Read Write Inc reading scheme throughout Early Years and Key Stage 1 where books are fully decodable and correlate with where the child is up to in the scheme. When ready, children are sent home two books which are matched to their reading level from Read, Write, Inc. and a book to read for pleasure with an adult, which will be from the school library.
If you have any questions or would like any further information about the curriculum or how you can further support your child’s learning at home then please speak to your child’s class teacher.
If you would like any copies of the documents on this page, the school office will be happy to print them for you.
Helping your child at home
To help your child with Maths click here for some helpful tips
To help your child with Phonics click here for some helpful tips
To help your child with oral hygiene click here for some helpful tips
For ideas and activities for 4-5 year olds click here
To see which picture books your 4/5 year old would enjoy click here
YR News and Gallery
September – In Reception we enjoyed meeting our Year 6 buddies who will be our special friends throughout the Reception year. We shared books together in our classroom and we are looking forward to them helping us to learn, love and grow with Jesus.
October- As part of our topic about “People that Help Us” we had a visit from dentist Anna. We thought about the types of food that are good and bad for our teeth, how often to brush them and how long for. Then we explored some activities in the classroom linked to what we had talked about.
November – The Reception children have really enjoyed the story “Owl Babies” We have read the story, acted it out and completed lots of writing about the story. After a visit from some real owls, we all made our very own one. We have learned so many interesting facts about owls too.
December – We have enjoyed learning about Advent and preparing for Christmas through our RE topic “Prophecy and Promise”. We have explored The Annunciation, The Nativity and The Shepherds Vsiting the Manger. We have also explored Christmas in other counties where we looked at Mexico and had our own “Posada Party.”
January – We have been exploring light and dark in Reception and the children have loved using the torches in our dark dens. Creating shadows using puppets and their hands has been something that the children have really enjoyed.
February – Reception photos, In Reception there has been a lot of learning about the natural world around us. We have explored freezing and melting and reflection in our outdoor environment. We have used our senses to explore what we see, hear and feel whilst outside.
March – In Reception we had a go at recording ways of making five in our own way. Miss Parker was really impressed with the different ways that we recorded our findings. Some of us drew pictures, others wrote numbers and some Reception children knew to write the addition sign! We will be building on our Maths recording skills in the Summer term.
April – We have been exploring signs of Spring in Reception and then creating our own observational artwork using pastels and paint. We are beginning to use more detail in our creations.
May – As part of our RE work on understanding that we need each other to live as a family and community we invited our Year 6 Buddies to share an afternoon with us after their SATs. We enjoyed sharing this special time together and especially the ice lollies!
Reception Class Chatter
Wigan Library Services
13-12-2024
Reception had a visitor from Wigan Library Services, they learned about what the local libraries have to offer and found out how to become a member of a library. The children also enjoyed joining in with fun, interactive stories.
Pattern
13-12-2024
The children in Reception have been learning about pattern. They explored making patterns such as spiral, zig zag, lines and dots. They then went on to make AB patterns with their bodies and coloured objects.
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Shadows
02-12-2024
In Reception we have been exploring light and dark. The children enjoyed making shadow and finger puppets in class.
Art inspired by Andy Goldsworthy
02-12-2024
The children in Reception looked at and discussed photographs of Andy Goldsworthy’s artwork and sculptures. They then create their own pieces of art in the style of And Goldsworthy.
Fun in the Snow
19-11-2024
After the snow fall over night, Reception had lots of fun playing and exploring outside.
Open evening ❤️🌈⭐️
18-11-2024
🌟 📚 Do you have a child due to start Reception Class in September 2025?
Applications have opened on the Wigan Council website and will close on 25th January 2025. Between now and the closing date is your opportunity to visit local primary schools and choose the right school for your child. ❤️
📚 To give prospective families a closer look at our fantastic reception class and the experiences we offer, we invite you to our Open Evening on Wednesday, 27th November from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM.
🍎 Join us to tour school, meet our dedicated staff and discover all that St. Jude’s has to offer. It’s a perfect opportunity to ask questions and see firsthand how we create a supportive and stimulating environment for our youngest learners.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of our nurturing, vibrant school community! We can’t wait to welcome you and your child.
⭐️ For more information and to apply, visit the Wigan Council website today! https://www.wigan.gov.uk/resident/education/schools/school-admissions/primary-schools.aspx
StJudesschool #Reception2025 #OpenEvening #WiganCouncil #EarlyYearsEducation #FutureofEducation
⭐️❤️🥰 Open Evening 🥰❤️⭐️
12-11-2024
🌟 📚 Do you have a child due to start Reception Class in September 2025?
Applications have opened on the Wigan Council website and will close on 25th January 2025. Between now and the closing date is your opportunity to visit local primary schools and choose the right school for your child. ❤️
📚 To give prospective families a closer look at our fantastic reception class and the experiences we offer, we invite you to our Open Evening on Wednesday, 27th November from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM.
🍎 Join us to tour school, meet our dedicated staff and discover all that St. Jude’s has to offer. It’s a perfect opportunity to ask questions and see firsthand how we create a supportive and stimulating environment for our youngest learners.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of our nurturing, vibrant school community! We can’t wait to welcome you and your child.
⭐️ For more information and to apply, visit the Wigan Council website today! https://www.wigan.gov.uk/resident/education/schools/school-admissions/primary-schools.aspx
StJudesschool #Reception2025 #OpenEvening #WiganCouncil #EarlyYearsEducation #FutureofEducation
❤️🌈⭐️ Fun Friday in Early Years ⭐️🌈❤️
08-11-2024
What a lovely morning we have had in our early years department this morning. ⭐️
We have been using our water play equipment, we have been pouring, mixing and strengthening our developing gross and fine motor skills.
Bonfire Night
07-11-2024
Reception about the story of ‘The Gunpowder Plot’. The children also had a discussion about keeping safe during Bonfire Night. They then had the opportunity to make some edible sparklers and created some firework artwork.
Autumn
07-11-2024
In Reception, the children have been learning about the season of Autumn. They had the opportunity to go on an Autumn walk around the school grounds to look for signs of Autumn. The children also rolled conkers in paint to create some fantastic pieces of art.
Reception class 2024 open evening. 🌈
04-11-2024
🌟 📚 Do you have a child due to start Reception Class in September 2025?
Applications have opened on the Wigan Council website and will close on 25th January 2025. Between now and the closing date is your opportunity to visit local primary schools and choose the right school for your child. ❤️
📚 To give prospective families a closer look at our fantastic reception class and the experiences we offer, we invite you to our Open Evening on Wednesday, 27th November from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM.
🍎 Join us to tour school, meet our dedicated staff and discover all that St. Jude’s has to offer. It’s a perfect opportunity to ask questions and see firsthand how we create a supportive and stimulating environment for our youngest learners.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of our nurturing, vibrant school community! We can’t wait to welcome you and your child.
⭐️ For more information and to apply, visit the Wigan Council website today! https://www.wigan.gov.uk/resident/education/schools/school-admissions/primary-schools.aspx
StJudesschool #Reception2025 #OpenEvening #WiganCouncil #EarlyYearsEducation #FutureofEducation
Buddies Assembly
29-10-2024
Year 6 welcomed their buddies from Reception to St Jude’s Catholic Primary School during assembly.
Looking after our teeth
15-10-2024
In Reception we have been learning about people who help us, we looked at the job of a dentist. We then talked about how we can keep our teeth healthy. The children had a chance to practise their teeth brushing skills.
Water Play
01-10-2024
Both indoors and outdoors, Reception children have been exploring the water areas. Allowing children to explore water safely helps children to develop and strengthen their gross and fine motor skills, as well as improving their hand-eye coordination. They have enjoyed finding different ways to make the water travel.
CAFOD Visit
26-09-2024
On Monday 23rd CAFOD visited our school to tell us all about how their World Gifts scheme has developed and how Catholic Social Teaching principles remind us how to live together, supporting everyone.
Our Senses
24-09-2024
The children in Reception have been learning about their senses. They had the opportunity to taste different foods. they tasted foods that are salty, bitter, sour and sweet.
Reception Read Write Inc parent meeting
13-09-2024
Reception parents were invited into class to read with their child. Parents then had the opportunity to meet with Mrs Wilkinson to find out about our phonics scheme ‘Read Write inc’. During the meeting, parents were given a reading pack to help with their child’s reading and writing at home.
Reception’s first week
10-09-2024
Reception have had a fabulous first week in school. The children have been exploring the different areas within the classroom and the outdoor area.
