by Mrs Ramanandi | Oct 24, 2025 | Dragonflies, Ladybirds, News, Outdoor Learning
Reception children have had a fantastic few weeks learning through the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. The story sparked lots of rich discussion and imaginative play. Indoors, we read a simple porridge recipe together, learning new words like “ingredients,”...
by Mrs Ramanandi | Oct 16, 2025 | Dragonflies, Health and Well-Being, Ladybirds, News, PSHE, Science
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...
by Mrs Ramanandi | Oct 10, 2025 | Dragonflies, Ladybirds, Maths
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....
by Mrs Ramanandi | Oct 6, 2025 | Dragonflies, Ladybirds, Reception
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...
by Mrs Ramanandi | Oct 5, 2025 | Art, Dragonflies, Ladybirds, News
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...
by Mrs Ramanandi | Oct 2, 2025 | Beeches, Bluebells, Butterflies and Caterpillars, Dragonflies, Elms, Events and Visits, Health and Well-Being, Ladybirds, News, Oaks, Owls, School Council
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...
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