Welcome!

 A very warm welcome to all our new and returning children and families to Woodlands!

We are delighted to begin another exciting year of learning, growing and exploring together. In our EYFS, every child is encouraged to learn through play, build positive relationships, develop their independence and follow their own interests and curiosity. We can't wait to see the children discover new experiences, make friends, develop their confidence and celebrate all the wonderful little steps they make along the way. Here's to a happy, fun-filled year of learning, laughter and exploration at Woodlands!

Please remember, if you have any questions, please feel free to speak to us.

 

Reception Curriculum - Click on the link to view

  

In Reception, we aim for all children to become independent learners who are happy to attend school each day. We encourage children's inquisitive minds and ensure opportunities are provided to enhance children's learning development through their interests. We hope for every child to be a confident learner who enjoys challenges and learning new things. 

 

Our Classroom 

 

 Here is a video of our classroom.

 

As you can see, there is a huge variety of resources in the classroom and we teach the children to "choose it, use it and put it away" once they have finished.

 

 

 

 

 

The classroom is split into different areas of learning with a variety of resources in each, to help give children different learning experiences. They can use these experiences to help build on existing and new concepts, to extend their knowledge and understanding, with effective scaffolding from the staff.

 

Child-initiated and adult-led learning is balanced within the class timetable, giving the children opportunities to choose their own learning and challenge themselves. Observations of the children are undertaken by the staff and used to provide stimulating challenges and activities in the classroom, using both the inside and outside learning environments.

 

Reception classroom

 

 

Reminders for Parents/ Carers 

 We strongly believe that parents have an invaluable contribution towards their own child's learning, and we work cooperatively to create good links between home and school. Each week we send home information of what the children have been doing at school via Dojos, with some activities to complete at home with their parents to consolidate their learning. We encourage parents to share things that may go on outside of school, such as a celebration or achievement for their child. This continuous communication is key to ensuring the best outcomes for children. 

 

We are very approachable staff, so please do not hesitate to come and ask us any questions you may have!

Little Wandles Phonics Resources 

 

Reception Overview of Teaching
Autumn 1 Phase 2 Grapheme Information Sheet
Autumn 2 Phase 2 Grapheme Information Sheet

 

 

Spring 1 & 2 How to say the Phase 3 sounds

 CLASS NEWSLETTERS 2026/2027

  

 

RECEPTION AUTUMN TERM NEWSLETTER 2026 - Click to access

RECEPTION  SPRING  TERM NEWSLETTER 2027 - Click to access

RECEPTION SUMMER TERM NEWSLETTER 2027 - Click to access