Firs Primary School
EYFS Bright Blossoms and Cheerful Cherries
Welcome to our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) page. We are a unit of Nursery (3 and 4 year olds) and Reception (4 and 5 year olds) children. Here you can find out all about our Reception classes and the learning that takes place.
In our EYFS unit we intend for children to be ready, respectful and safe. Ready for the next stage in their learning journey. Ready to be challenged and to challenge themselves.
We teach children to be respectful of others and of the many wonderful differences that make each child unique. We support children to feel safe through our positive relationships and our stimulating environment. We aspire for all children to feel safe to explore, manage their own risks and to make safe choices.
We are determined for our children to be confident, independent and to believe in themselves.
Staff
Miss Marley
EYFS lead and Bright Blossom’s class teacher
Miss Harrision
Teaching assistant in Bright Blossoms
Mrs Newbury
Cheerful Cherries’ Class teacher
Mrs Robinson
Teacher in Cheerful Cherries Tuesday and Wednesday.
Mrs Capewell
Teaching assistant in Cheerful Cherries
Mrs Tofil
Teaching assistant in Cheerful Cherries.
Our Learning Environment
We are very lucky to have a large learning area for the children to use. The photos below show our two classroom spaces and our outdoor area. All of these areas are where the children will choose their independent learning through play.
All areas are open throughout the year as we know some children learn better outside than in. We play in all weathers so pleasure ensure your child is dressed appropriately. We have great fun playing in the rain as well as the sun.
School Council
Each class has a member that goes to the school council meetings. They represent their class and make decisions on behalf of the children in the school. Children get to voice their opinion to help improve the school.
Bright Blossoms
Cheerful Cherries
Dojo Masters
Each class also has Dojo Masters. They are there to help people set a good example, support people to show our FIRSY values and keep up the positive encouragement!
ECO Councillor
Our new role of ECO councillor is there to support our school become more sustainable. We are on a mission to support the environment by reducing waste, reducing electricity and our carbon footprint. Our representative is there to help make those important decisions and help our class.
Bright Blossoms
Cheerful Cherries.
Our Curriculum 2024-2025
Click on the tabs below to find out more information about each topic. Throughout the year we will also add pictures of memorable experiences and hooks!
Autumn 1
I wonder how the story ends?
In this topic the children will learn all about traditional tales and how stories are structured. We will read a story using our Talk for Writing skills. The children will learn to orally retell the story, read a story hill, innovate/change the story and then retell their own version of the story.
This half term we will be focusing on Goldilocks and the 3 Bears. We will be looking at the characters in the story, describing their physical appearance and personality as well as including drama to act out and perform the story.
Click on the Medium term plan button to find out more about our learning.
Quality Text: Goldilocks and the 3 bears
Autumn 2
I wonder how the story ends?
In this topic the children will learn all about traditional tales and how stories are structured. We will read a story using our Talk for Writing skills. The children will learn to orally retell the story, read a story hill, innovate/change the story and then retell their own version of the story.
This half term we will be focusing on The 3 Little Pigs and The Gingerbread Man, focusing on the instructions of making gingerbread. We will be looking at the characters in the story and describing their physical appearance and personality as well as including drama to act out and perform the story.
Click on the Medium term plan button to find out more about our learning.
Quality text: The 3 Little Pigs
Spring 1
I wonder how we'll get there?
Where in the world would you like to go? How would you like to travel there? The children will explore transport, travel and places near and far!
Quality text: Mr Gumpy’s outing
Spring 2
I wonder why it looks like that?
Why do zebras have stripes? Where do lions live? The children will explore these questions and more in this topic about Africa and the wild animals that live there.
Quality text: Dear Zoo
Summer 1
I wonder where it comes from?
What do you like to eat? Are you happy to try something new? The children will explore these questions and more in this topic about eating well and being healthy.
Quality text: Supertato
Summer 2
I wonder what a reflection is?
This topic teaches children about natural phenomena, including shadows, reflections and rainbows.
Quality text: Through The Magic Mirror
Experiences and opportunities
Over the year the children and parents will take part in different experiences and opportunities linked to the topics we are learning. Each half term we invite the parents in to find out what the children have been learning and to work alongside their child. These will be posted below as they happen.
Things You Need To Know
Important Dates
Autumn 1
4th September: Term starts
TBC – Parental engagement afternoon
27th Oct- 31st Oct: HALF TERM
Autumn 2
3rd November: Term starts:
TBC: Parental engagement
19th December: INSET Day – School closed for children
22rd Dec- 2nd January: HALF TERM
Spring 1
5th January: INSET Day – School closed for children
6th January: Term starts
TBC: Parental engagement
16th Feb- 20th Feb: HALF TERM
Spring 2
23rd February: INSET Day – School closed for children
24th February: Term starts
School trip – TBC
Parents afternoon – TBC
27th March – 10th April: HALF TERM
Summer 1
13th April: Term starts
TBC: Parental engagement
22nd May: INSET Day – School closed for children
22nd May – 29th May: HALF TERM
Summer 2
1st June: Term starts
TBC: Parental engagement
23rd July: Last day of term. School closed at 3:30pm for the Summer holidays.
Home Learning
Please check Class Dojo for your child’s home learning. Also remember that reading with your child is part of their home learning. We would like you to read with your child at least three times a week. You will receive a log in to access the eBooks. Follow the link for the Collins hub in useful links.
P.E.
Our PE sessions are every Tuesday for Bright Blossoms and every Wednesday for Cheerful Cherries. The children enjoy learning different skills through gymnastics, dance and games. PE is led by Miss Marley and Miss Muguti.
As part of the curriculum, children need to develop their independence when changing. Therefore children are currently removing their jumpers, socks and shoes. This will continue to happen until October half term.
After October half term children will be changing into their PE kits. They will need a white t-shirt, black shorts/joggers or leggings and black pumps. All items will need to be labelled with your child’s name and placed into a PE bag also with their name on.