Welcome to Dragonflies
Our teacher is Miss Hill, who is accompanied by Miss Foster.
Our PE day is a Friday – Children should wear their PE kit to school on Friday’s.
If you have any questions or queries, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s class teacher.
Click on the link below to access information about the year or should you require a paper version then just ask the class teacher or at the office.
Reception-class-parent-Information
Early Reading and Phonics at Windy Nook Primary School
Early Reading and Phonics Policy Windy Nook Primary School
At Windy Nook Primary School, we teach phonics using the RWInc Phonics Program.
For information about phonics please visit the Read write Inc website or click on the link below or scan the QR code to watch videos that support parents with understanding phonics and supporting children with phonics at home.
We host a Early Reading / Phonics meeting for parents every year in the Autumn Term. Click on the link below for a copy of the Reading Meeting Power point. Current Reception parents will have received a copy of this document via ping in the Autumn term.
Phonics and early reading parents meeting
Other resources that you may wish to download to use and support your child at home.
rwi phonics formation mat updated
rwi-set-1 flashcards – letter and rhyme hook
rwi-set-2 flashcards – letter and rhyme hook
Phonics websites for games to help support your child with phonics.
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/english-games/5-7-years/letters-and-sounds
https://www.phonicsplay.co.uk/Phase3Menu.htm
http://www.letters-and-sounds.com/phase-2-games.html
For further information about supporting your child with Early Reading and Phonics, please contact a member of the Early Years or Key Stage 1 Staff.
Resources:
Phonics websites for games to help support your child with phonics.
https://www.topmarks.co.uk/english-games/5-7-years/letters-and-sounds
https://www.phonicsplay.co.uk/Phase3Menu.htm
Brilliant Brushing & Smiles All Round!
This week, our Reception children explored the importance of dental hygiene. They learned what teeth are used for and how to keep them clean. Using a giant model and their own toothbrushes, they practised brushing for 2 minutes each day. Their curiosity...
Subitising Superstars: Exploring Numbers 1 to 4
This week in Reception, children have been developing their early number sense through exciting activities focused on numbers 1 to 4. Using flashcards, finger patterns, and everyday objects, they practised subitising, recognising small quantities without counting....
Reception Class – Phonics & Reading Information
Thank you to all the parents who attended our recent Reception reading meeting in school. To support you further at home, we’ve attached a helpful information pack covering phonics and early reading. You can download the presentation as a PDF, which includes QR codes...
This Week in Reception: Creative Christmas Sparkle!
It might still be autumn outside, but inside Reception, the festive cheer has well and truly arrived! The children have been busy designing their 'Cauliflower Cards' with a burst of creativity and sparkle. Using their handprints to shape Christmas trees, they...
Supporting Gateshead Foodbank – Harvest Help for Our Community
Dear Parents, Carers and Children, As part of our Harvest celebrations, we are supporting Gateshead Foodbank by collecting donations to help local families in need. We would be very grateful for any contributions of non-perishable food items. Tinned meat and fish...
Outdoors, Imagination & Teamwork!
Our Reception children have been busy exploring, building, and expressing themselves through purposeful play outdoors. They worked together to construct dens, sharing ideas and solving problems. In the music and theatre area, they used rhythm and role play to...
Creative Sparks in the Craft Area!
Reception children have been busy exploring their creativity in the craft area this week. They’ve been learning how to use a variety of tools and materials, including scissors, glue sticks, tape dispensers, hole punchers, and different types of paper and fabric....
First Week Wonders in Reception
Reception children have made a strong and settled start to their school journey. The last few weeks focused on familiarising themselves with new environments, routines, and relationships. Through songs, stories, and structured group activities, children demonstrated...
Ahoy, Mateys! Our Pirate Day Was a Treasure!
Ahoy there! Our young buccaneers had a swashbuckling time on Pirate Day, diving into a treasure trove of exciting activities. From crafting their own telescopes to staining paper for authentic-looking treasure maps, the children fully embraced the pirate spirit. They...
Gateshead Family Hubs Information
Gateshead Family Hubs Gateshead's Family Hubs provide a welcoming space for families and the wider community. Our Family Hubs support families from conception to the age of two to give all children the best start in life. We continue to support families of children up...
Summer Activities in Gateshead- Brighten the Day
Plaese click on the links below for Summer activities for children who receive free school meals. https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/28369/Brighten-the-Day-holiday-clubs-SEND-provision https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/33171/Brighten-the-Day-summer-2025...
Gateshead Secondary School SEND Offer
Please click on the links below for more information. XPG - Primary SENDCo Network Whickham School-Offer for Addtional Needs Thorp SEND Offer 2025 Presentation St Thomas More Primary School Information for SEND Transition (1) Lord Lawson Primary presentation Emmanuel...