Reception

A Showcase of work from from Reception

2 months ago
Posted on 27th Feb 2025 by

Science Week 10th March

Dear Parents,

Reception will be celebrating British Science Week (week beginning 10th March).  We will complete our dinosaur topic with a number of science – based activities.  To make this a fun week we would like to ask the children to bring in a scientist outfit to wear when we complete our experiments.  This could be something as simple as an old white shirt with sleeves rolled up and a pair of safety goggles.  Please send this in on Monday 10th March in a carrier bag with your child’s name on.  Historically, our science week has been a huge success and the children really engage in the activities and dressing up just adds another element of fun.  If you would like to find out more about British Science Week use the web link below where you can download activities to do at home to should you wish to.

https://www.britishscienceweek.org/activity-packs/

Many thanks for your continued support

2 months ago
Posted on 27th Feb 2025 by

999 Emergency!

Today the firefighters came to visit Reception in their BIG RED TRUCK!

They showed us their special uniform and all the tools on the fire engine. The children were allowed to climb inside the cab to have a closer look.

We were all very excited to listen to the sirens and have a go at squirting the hose.

What a treat, thank you so much Brierley Hill Fire Service!

   

2 months ago
Posted on 25th Feb 2025 by

World Book Day 2025

 

 

To mark World Book Day on Thursday, March 6th this year, we aim to celebrate reading, which is always at the forefront of our curriculum, with an exciting range of events designed to inspire our students to read for pleasure. Our goal is to spark a genuine love for reading by encouraging every child to discover new titles and explore different genres.

Throughout the day, each class will engage in various reading-related activities, offering plenty of opportunities for students to enjoy stories in fresh and fun ways.

As always, there is no expectation to spend money! We will be hosting a Book Swap Station where children can bring in one book they no longer need and exchange it for one they have never read before. To take part, all we ask is that the book your child brings is in good condition and free from any markings or writing. This is a fantastic chance for students to refresh their bookshelf and enjoy a new adventure in reading!

For more details, be sure to check out our website and Facebook posts for updates on our World Book Day events. Thank you for your continued support as we celebrate the magic of reading together.

 

2 months ago
Posted on 24th Feb 2025 by

An Egg-citing Discovery!

Monday 24th February 2025

Reception children were shocked to find a very large egg in their sandpit this afternoon. We had lots of suggestions about where it could have come from and what it might be…we’ll keep you posted!

Tuesday 25th February 2025

The children were very excited to check the egg this morning and even more pleased to see that it had hatched!

Inside was a little pterodactyl! Some children weren’t quite sure whether it was real or not, especially when Mrs York pretended that it was wriggling when she tried to pick it up.

Lots of children knew that it couldn’t be real as dinosaurs are extinct. We had some lovely conversations about what that word means and lots of information about the children’s favourite dinosaur.

What a fantastic start to our new topic! The children are all really keen to try some exciting dinosaur activities this week.

2 months ago
Posted on 22nd Feb 2025 by

Good Health Week 2025

What a busy week! Reception have been learning all about people who help us and how to keep healthy and safe.

 

 

2 months ago
Posted on 22nd Feb 2025 by

Chalky’s 5th Birthday Party

Friday 25th October 2024

Today we celebrated Chalky the church mouse’s 5th Birthday. The children made a list of jobs that needed to be done to prepare for the party:

wrap presents

make birthday cards/banners

make party food

We had a wonderful time playing traditional party games like pass the parcel and musical chairs.

 

2 months ago
Posted on 14th Feb 2025 by

NSPCC Number Day 2025

Maths

We joined thousands of other schools and nurseries to take part in a fun-filled session of maths!

Number Day is an inclusive maths-inspired fundraising day for children in nursery right through to secondary school, with activities suitable for all ages and abilities. Number Day was particularly special this year as it was 25 years of Number Day!

Our Number Day in action across the school…

 

 

 

 

2 months ago
Posted on 14th Feb 2025 by

Reception Nativity 2024

WOW…what an amazing Nativity!

The children told the story of the first Christmas through the eyes of the animals that Jesus shared a barn with.

2 months ago
Posted on 14th Feb 2025 by

Reception Welcome Service 2024

We had a wonderful time welcoming our new families to Church of the Ascension Primary School. Father Chris led the service and talked about the children being ‘the light of the future’. Accompanied by their grown up, the children were invited to receive a gift, light a candle and hang a portrait on a special tree. This will remain in church as a reminder for the congregation to hold the children in their thoughts and prayers.