EYFS
Week beginning 19th January 2026
The children in EYFS have had a wonderful time learning all about the story Handa’s Surprise. We have enjoyed listening to the story and talking about the different characters and fruits.
We also had an exciting end to the week when we went to the pantomime on Friday. The children were fantastic audience members and loved the singing, dancing, and joining in with the show.
Worship theme of the week:
Forgiveness
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
Curriculum this week:
Literacy
This week in Literacy, we will continue to look at the story Handa's Surprise.
Mathematics
In maths, children will match numerals to representations.
Phonics
We will be learning the sounds air, ure and er.
Wider Curriculum
As part of our wider curriculum, we will be learning Ernest Shackleton.
Word of the week:
Our Word of the Week for this week is 'freezing'. Please explore the word's meaning at home with your child.
Homework:
Please see below for our homework.
Reading:
We would love to see the children in EYFS using their extra time at home to read some brilliant books. If children read three times at home, they get a raffle ticket. Please, therefore, keep a quick record in reading logs – your children can write the title in to help! We would also like to encourage children to bring their reading records into school every day.
Coming up:
- Wednesday 21st January- Ducklings class Frog Drama session
- Wednesday 28th January- Tadpoles Frog Drama session
- Monday 9th/ Tuesday 10th February – EYFS local area walk
- 16th-20th February- half term
- Monday 23rd Febraury- school return after half term
- Friday 19th June 2026 - Sports Day at King’s Park Stadium
- Saturday 27th June - St. James’ Summer Fayre
Many thanks for all of your support,
Miss Daw & Miss Wingate
Additional Resources:
Recommended Book list for EYFS: https://www.booksfortopics.com/booklists/recommended-reads/reception/
Everywhere Bear - we have sent home the Everywhere Bear today. Please remember to share photos of your weekend on Tapestry and bring the bear back on Monday.
Class Cup - we have sent home the class cup and tie today. Please remember to bring back on Wednesday.
Reading Sketchbook - each week a new child will bring home the reading sketchbook. Please draw some pictures and write about your favourite story. We cannot wait to find out which is your favourite and why.
Purple Mash - You should now all have your Purple Mash login. Please explore Purple Mash at home. It has many activities you can have a go at.
Healthy Teeth - we have attached a link below about the importance of children brushing their teeth. If you are struggling with this at home, please do let us know. https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-teeth-and-gums/taking-care-of-childrens-teeth/