Welcome to Beech Class Early Years
Where we begin to sow the seeds...
"The early years curriculum ensures that children work towards the early learning goals. They experience a balance of direct teaching from staff and purposeful play.... Reading aloud and reading for pleasure are part of daily life. ‘Story time’ in Reception is joyful. Every opportunity is taken to teach children new vocabulary and encourage curiosity." (Ofsted May 2024)
Reception children learn alongside KS1 children in Beech Class but focus separately on the EYFS statutory framework under the care of Mrs Gardner-Wilce and Mrs Hodges. Early Years Foundation Stage is all about creating a safe, warm and loving environment and fostering a sense of belonging and identity. We are sensitive and responsive to each child's needs, feelings and interests, and are always supportive of their own efforts and independence. We provide stimulating resources and rich learning opportunities through play and playful teaching, and we support children to take risks and explore within the safety of clear boundaries.
We ensure:
- the best for every child
- high-quality care
- a well designed curriculum (what we want children to learn)
- staff who are highly experienced and supported with pedagogy (helping children to learn)
- ongoing assessment (checking what children have learnt)
- nurturing self-regulation and executive function
- a strong partnership with parents
"We spread kindness like falling leaves"
Curriculum Intentions:
Topic webs:
Autumn Term 2024-25
Spring Term 2024-25
Summer Term 2024-25
Gallery
Higgledy Piggledy Nativity
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Finding Friendships
The children had a great first day at school. They met their Year 6 Buddies and received their Cranham Bears. The Buddies took the children on a tour of the school and later read stories with them.
EYFS Starting School and forming friendships
Teamwork
The children quickly bonded this term and have made some great friendships. They work happily together to solve problems together,
EYFS Teamwork
Mark Making
The children have had fun exploring mark making in a range of contexts. The can talk confidently about their work, explaining what they are doing.
EYFS Mark making
Our Toyshop!
Spring term 2023
Trip to West Midland Safari Park
The Reception group were excited to join the rest of Beech class on the class trip to the safari park. They showed courage when learning more about a range of animals and many were brave enough to touch a bearded dragon, or even the hissing cockroach.
