PE
Hello
My name is Mrs Freeman and I teach Nursery and Reception every Monday afternoon. This is when the children will have their weekly PE lesson.
I was amazed to see how well the class did during their first session. We discussed how to stay safe and the importance of listening to instructions.
Please see the photos below.
This half term, our sessions will focus on football. The children will be working on developing fundamental movement skills like running, jumping, throwing and catching through some playful activities. We will incorporate simple games that build gross motor skills such as kicking, controlling, and passing, while also fostering social development through teamwork and understanding simple rules.
We have also started some activities using the big parachute – so much fun!
Help at home
Share these photos with your child.
Can your child tell you about their PE lesson?
What did they enjoy?
How did they stay safe?
The Three Little Pigs
We’ve had a busy week using our focus book The Three Little Pigs.
We read the story and made our own houses for the pigs to live in. We enjoyed talking about the story.
‘I have this story, but the wolf runs away at the end.’
‘I would make my house with the bricks, it is strong.’
‘I’ve got no puff left in my mouth.’
Have a happy and healthy weekend
Mrs. Kendrew, Mrs. Rippon, Miss. Feldman, Mrs Linton, Mrs Cairnes and Mrs Small
My Family
We’ve talked about how all families are different and special and made pictures of our families using pebbles.
Poetry Basket
Each week we will be learning a new poem. This week our poem was called Breezy Weather.
Breezy weather. Freezy weather.
When the leaves fall, we all fall together.
Breezy weather. Freezy weather.
When the wind blows, we huddle together.
Next week we will be reading our first focus story ” The Three Little Pigs”. We will be using story props to retell the story.
Reminders and Notices
PE– Is on Monday please send your child to school wearing their PE kit and trainers they can fasten themselves.
Sharing Books– Sharing books were sent home this week. Please can these be returned on Wednesday for the children to pick a new one.
Family Photo-please can I remind you to send in a photo of your child with their family so we can add them to our class display. You can send in a copy of your photo or email it to:
stjameseyfs@spherefederation.org
Have a happy and healthy weekend
Mrs. Kendrew, Mrs. Rippon, Miss. Feldman, Mrs Linton, Mrs Cairnes and Mrs Small
Our Class Family
It has been a lovely week to welcome all the children to their first full day sessions. The children have continued to explore all the areas of provision inside and outside nursery. The children have been getting to know each other and familiarising themselves with their new surroundings and grown-ups!
Bags, Wellies and Spare Clothes
Don’t forget to bring in your school wellies and a draw string or small bag of spare cloths/underwear to keep in school. Thank you to the parents and carers who have already provided these.
Family Photo
We will soon be talking and learning about different families. To support our learning, please send in a photo of your child with their family. You can bring in a copy of your photo or email it to:
stjameseyfs@spherefederation.org
Have a happy and healthy weekend.
Mrs. Kendrew, Mrs. Rippon, Miss. Feldman, Mrs Linton, Mrs Cairnes and Mrs Small
Best start in life
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has written a letter to parents with a focus on ensuring children have the best start in life. It signposts parents to the best start in life website – there’s information on Best Start Family Hubs and support with your child’s early health and learning.
Packed Lunches
Does your child have a packed lunch at school? If so, please download our Guide to Healthy Packed Lunches.
Did you know that popcorn is a choking hazard for children under 5? Lot’s of people don’t! The Food Standards Agency. has published the following advice on how to prepare food safely for your young child.
Welcome to Early Years
We’ve been busy over the summer holidays washing all the teddies and toys so we’re ready for when you start ‘big school!’
Your classroom is all ready and set up and we’re looking forward to lots of learning, making new friends and having fun!
We’re looking forward to the year ahead, getting to know you and your children.
Mrs. Kendrew, Miss. Feldman, Mrs. Rippon, Mrs. Linton and Mrs. Cairns
Getting to know you!
It’s Party Time!
For our last week, we decided to throw a party!
The children have spent time thinking about what we need for a party, designing their own party things and even writing some shopping lists!
The party was so much fun! We enjoyed singing, dancing, games and delicious party food.
Check out our party moves here!
A huge thank you to Mrs Cowgill who has been such a fantastic teacher. We will miss her lots!
We hope that all the amazing children have a brilliant summer holiday and look forward to seeing them back again in September.
The Nursery Team x
Final Forest School
We have continued to love every second of our forest school sessions.
Over the past two weeks, we have been up to lots in our forest area.
We really enjoyed the ‘bear hunt’ inspired activities. We loved squelching about in the mud!
For our final session, we were treated to a delicious marshmallow which we got to toast on our bonfire. We had to carefully follow instructions to help us stay safe.
We can’t wait to hopefully see Sarah and Spike again next year!