Willow Class
Welcome to Foundation 2!
Starting full time education is an incredibly exciting time. We are so pleased that you chose Newstead Primary and Nursery and look forward to getting to know our new children and families.
Our Foundation Stage unit is made up of children in F1 (Nursery) and F2 (Reception). We are very lucky to have a large environment that includes indoor and outdoor areas, open and accessed throughout the day during "busy time".
How We Learn
In Foundation 2, we learn through a variety of ways: adult directed sessions, child initiated learning and play. We have daily focus sessions for phonics, literacy and maths, and explore the outdoors regularly.
Our continuous provision ensures children can access all areas at all times. During 'busy time', staff spend time engaging in quality interactions, observations and small group guided activities such as art, number, mark making and baking.
Phonics & Literacy
Maths
Geography
History
Science
Art
Music
RE
Outdoors
Reading & Phonics
During Foundation 2, your child will learn to read independently. We begin Phase 2 phonics in the autumn term and your child will bring home books to read.
It is essential that children practise reading at home at least 3 times per week. Little and often makes a huge difference!
We will share books as a class and encourage you to read to your child regularly. Listening to stories is crucial for communication and language development, broadening vocabulary and preparing children to read and write.
Maths in Foundation 2
Our daily maths sessions will ensure your child has a secure understanding of the basic principles of number, shape, space and measure — all in preparation for Year 1.
Keeping in Touch
Please check our class page regularly for updates throughout the year.
Tapestry will also be used to communicate and share your child's experiences in school and at home.
Feel free to pop in and see us if you have any questions — we are always happy to help!
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Mrs Morgan
We are looking forward to the year ahead and the wonderful memories we will all make in Foundation 2. 🌟