Once the excitement of the first few days is over and children begin to settle into the routines and rhythms of school life, effective communication between school and home remains vital, as we work in partnership to secure the best possible learning experience for your child.
As a school, we will regularly share how your child is developing socially, emotionally, and academically. Every child is different and develops at their own pace. If you have any concerns about your child’s development, talk to your child’s class teacher.
What will the children learn?
In school reception classes in England, children follow the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (EYFS). You may be familiar with this if your child has been to a childminder or childcare setting as all registered providers use this to support your child’s learning and development before the age of 5.
The framework is split into Prime and Specific Areas, which promote the learning and development of the whole child. From their confidence and attitude to learning, to their early academic skills, the framework supports children to become independent learners ready for the next year at school, and in building foundations for later life.
In their first school year, your child will probably be working towards mastering the skills and development in the 40-60 month section. You can find out more about this in the Parent’s Guide to the EYFS.
At the end of your child’s reception year in school, you will get an Early Years Foundation Stage report about your child’s development and learning progress. This will highlight the things your child is good at, any areas that might need more support when they move into Year 1 at primary school, and how you can help.
- Prime areas:
Physical Development
Communication & Language
Personal, Social & Emotional Development
- Specific areas:
Literacy
Mathematics
Understanding the World
Expressive Art & Design
For more information regarding the Early Years Foundations Stage Curriculum, please look at 'Our Learning'