Blog Author: Mrs Leslie

Reception Class have enjoyed creating their own ocean scene, which depicts the environmental issue of plastic entering our oceans. They listened to the story ‘Clean Up!’ to support their learning and they thought carefully about how they can help care and look after our oceans. 
 

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What a wonderful day we’ve all had - marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Reception Class thoroughly enjoyed their street party picnic lunch complete with music from the war era. The children have also designed their own bunting and created their own soldier from poppies. 
 

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Reception Class have enjoyed planting their own sunflower seeds today. We talked about what our seeds will need to germinate and survive. We can’t wait to see the first green shoots! 
 

What a wonderful way to finish the Spring Term - fun was had by all! Lots of chocolate to eat later! Happy Easter!

What a fantastic day we’ve all had at Muncaster Castle. We enjoyed a wonderful owl display with the owls swooping right over our heads. Badger the owl was the favourite for many of the children and the highlight of the day. We also explored some weaponry, enjoyed a walk through the stunning…

Today, Reception Class tested a range of different materials suitable for Goldilocks’ bed. The children said the bed must be warm, soft and comfortable. We handled a range of materials and agreed the fabric and cushion would provide the best bed for Goldilocks. 
 

Today the Reception children have thoroughly enjoyed holding the chicks - only 48 hours old! Cuteness overload! They all handled with them with such care and love. The chicks lapped up the attention. 
 

Today the Reception children had the pleasure of sharing a book with the Year 6 children. They’ve all thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon, sharing stories and lots of giggles. 
 

On Friday 7th February,  the Reception class enjoyed a visit from Mr and Mrs Chaudhary to learn about the religion of Hinduism. The Reception children gained an insight into Hinduism, the Gods and Goddesses, places of worship and the life of a Hindu person. Mrs Chaudhary wore a beautiful sari,…

Reception Class enjoyed Number Day today. They all brought in a donation for this worthy cause. 

To celebrate St Bridget’s Feast Day, the Reception children wanted to create flowers in St Bridget’s colours to give to the parishioners. The children delivered these to church themselves and the parishioners were amazed at what a beautiful job they had all done. They will be in the back of church…

Reception Class thoroughly enjoyed their morning Reindeer Run to raise money for The Jigsaw Hospice for Children. They really did give it their all - what a fabulous effort! We finished off with a well deserved play on the castle.