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Parent Information 2020 The Early Years Foundation Stage

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Welcome to new and existing parents/carers to our Early Years. This is a slightly different format than we would usually take to introduce you to our school and our staff, however if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the school.

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Introducing…

Mrs Laskey Head Teacher Miss Bains Deputy Head Teacher EYFS/KS1 Mrs Rix SENCO/Inclusion Manager EYFS/KS1

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Introducing… The office team

Mrs Jennings Office Manager Mrs Beare Finance Administrator Mrs McGlynn School Receptionist

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Introducing… The EYFS team

Mrs Clayton Reception Teacher EYFS Lead Mrs Harris Reception Teacher Mrs Clark Nursery Teacher Deputy EYFS Lead

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Introducing… The EYFS Team

Mrs Williams Nursery Nurse Mrs Bishop Inclusion Assistant Mrs Peeroozee EYFS Practitioner Mrs McCormack Inclusion Assistant Miss Long EYFS Practitioner

Knebworth Primary and Nursery School What is the EYFS?

The EYFS sets standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 years old. All schools and Ofsted registered early years providers must follow the EYFS statutory documents and guidance. Our Nursery and Reception classes are part of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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How we learn

We understand that the Characteristics of Effective Learning are critical in understanding how children learn. The characteristics help us to see when children are learning. Children are learning when they are: Engaged, Motivated and Thinking.

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What we learn

There are 7 areas of learning, 3 prime areas and 4 specific areas. Prime areas underpin all areas of learning however not one of these areas can be delivered in isolation from the others as they are all equally important. All areas are delivered through a balance of adult led and child-initiated activities. In each area there are Early Learning Goals that define the expectations for most children to reach by the end of the Foundation Stage.

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We have found this picture to be the best way to describe a day in the life of

• ne of our EYFS children! We know that children learn best through exploring

and it is necessary to make ‘good mistakes’ time and time again in order to accomplish the skills they are acquiring.

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Transition

We realise this year our transition will be different to previous years. Whilst we wait for government guidance, these are things you can expect from us as we make the transition as smooth as possible:

• A welcome pack which should cover the main queries to starting school
• This PowerPoint which introduces you to the main outline of our school

and the school day and the main people who will be in contact with you and your child as well as a ‘Meet the Team’ video

• An opportunity for you to visit the school with your child in July, for your

child to familiarise themselves with the classroom layout and to meet their teacher

• Phone calls with parents to discuss individual queries
• An ‘all about me’ form from the class teacher to introduce themselves to

your child

• An ‘all about me’ form for your child to complete and to bring to school in

September

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Welcome to

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Our daily routine

• The cloakroom doors open at 8.50am for 9am start. An adult from your

class will welcome you at the classroom door.

• Please help your child to place their book bag in their drawer and
• utdoor weather clothing on their peg. Spare clothes should also be

kept on pegs in a named bag.

• Children then self register by taking their name from the yellow board

and moving it to the door.

• Busy fingers activities will be set up for children to choose from whilst

everyone settles in.

• During the morning children will experience both adult-led activities

and their own child initiated learning .

• Children attending for 15 hours a week should be collected from the

main office at 12pm.

• Children attending for 30 hours a week will require a packed lunch

which they will eat in the classroom.

• Child initiated learning continues in the afternoon.
• At the end of the afternoon session, children should be collected at

3pm from the Nursery.

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In Nursery your child needs to bring: Outdoor weather clothing e.g. coat, sunhat A healthy packed lunch (if required) - no fizzy drinks, sweets or chocolate. Please note we are a nut free school. The following items will remain in school: Spare clothes in a named bag (including underwear)

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Uniform

Nursery:

• Uniform is not compulsory in Nursery but many children choose to wear a

school sweatshirt.

• PE kit is not required in Nursery.
• Please ensure your child has shoes that they can take on and off

independently e.g. Velcro fastenings, no laces. Please ensure all items are clearly labelled with your child’s name. Details of where to purchase can be found in the Welcome Pack.

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Welcome Pack

Within your Nursery Welcome Pack you should find:

• Covering letter from The Knebworth Team
• Welcome to Nursery booklet
• Parent declaration for funding letter and form
• School admission form
• Safeguarding password form
• Nursery milk form
• Image consent letter and form
• Parent photo/video agreement
• Term dates 2020/2021
• OV7A form
• ParentMail letter and registration form
• Picking up arrangements form
• Tasting activities consent form
• Emergency closure notification system letter
• Uniform letter and order form
• All About FOKS letter
• FOKS Lottery information
• ‘All about me’ activity for your child to complete
• ‘About my teacher’ handout

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Welcome to

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This is our general timetable in Reception. During the year our timetable adjusts to the learning needs of the children.

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These are the Reception expectations we adhere to in

• rder for children to feel safe secure and ready to learn.

Children Parents

• Polite
• Becoming more

independent

• Kindness
• Care for others and things

around them

• Change for PE themselves
• Have fun and learn!
• Children are sent to school

everyday

• Arrive on time (by 8:50am)
• Children are in full uniform
• Full PE Kit in school every

day

• Book bags are brought to

school daily

• Communication
• Home/ School Learning

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Our daily routine

• Classroom doors open at 8.50am for 9am start. An adult from your

class will welcome you at the classroom door

• Please bring book bag and outdoor weather clothing which your child

will be helped to place on their peg

• Children then self register and access the busy fingers activities whilst

everyone settles in.

• During the morning children will experience both adult-led activities

and their own Independent Learning

• Children will have their lunch in the main hall- their daily choice is

placed through the School Grid

• During the afternoon adult-led activities and Child Initiated Learning

continues

• At the end of the day please collect the children from their classroom

door at 3:15pm

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School lunches are free for all children from Reception to Year 2 as part of the universal free school meals scheme. Please see the letter in the pack about eligibility to claim free school meals as this is different to the universal offer and is important to claim. Children are also able to bring in a healthy home packed lunch (no fizzy drinks, sweets or chocolate). Please note we are a ‘nut free’ school. Reception children have dedicated Midday Supervisors (MSA’s) who are there to support and look after your child during lunchtime. The children also get to go into the hall for lunch first, ensuring it is a calm and quiet environment for them to settle into school life.

School lunches

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In Reception your child needs to bring:  Reading bag  Outdoor weather clothing e.g. coat, sunhat  Lunchbox (if required) The following items will remain in school:  PE kit in a named bag (with a change of underwear)  Wellies

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Uniform

Reception:

• Grey trousers or skirt or pinafore dress
• Blue checked summer dress
• White or sky blue polo shirt
• Navy sweatshirt or cardigan
• Black trainers or school shoes
• PE kit – white or sky blue t-shirt and navy shorts. A blue jogging suit is

recommended for the colder months. Please ensure all items are clearly labelled with your child’s name. Details of where to purchase can be found in the Welcome Pack.

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Welcome Pack

Within your Reception Welcome Pack you should find:

• Covering letter from The Knebworth Team
• Welcome to Reception booklet
• Starting school information for parents and carers
• Parent declaration for funding letter and form
• School admission form
• Reception milk form
• Image consent letter and form
• Parent photo/video agreement
• OV7A form
• ParentMail letter and registration form
• Picking up arrangements and safeguarding password form
• Tasting activities consent form
• ‘Emergency closure notification system letter
• Term dates 2020/2021
• SchoolGrid school dinner ordering system information and letter
• HCL autumn term menu
• WisePay Information
• Uniform letter and order form
• All About FOKS
• FOKS Lottery Information
• Extended Care Provision Information
• ‘All about me’ activity for your child to complete
• ‘About my teacher’ handout

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Home Learning

In order to support your child’s early reading we do suggest that you read with your child at least four times a week. This can be the words and sounds that have been sent home, early reading books and of course picture books that you enjoy together. Whilst we do not set formal home learning we love to hear what your child has been doing at home. Therefore we have put together suggestions which will also help us build up a bigger picture of your child’s learning.

Home Learning When to complete

Photographs Drawings/ Pictures Creations Children’s quotes Special celebrations and festivities These can be recorded at any time! Home reading At least four times a week! Wow Moments When a Wow Moment occurs!

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Communication and where to find it…

• School weekly newsletter – every Friday
• School Website
• Class Dojo
• Letters sent home via Parentmail and in school

bookbags

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Open Door Policy

Our door is always open. Please ask if you are unsure about anything. We are here to support you and your child. Let us know about any significant events or changes, moving house, new childcare arrangements etc.

admin@knebworth.herts.sch.uk

Knebworth Primary and Nursery School We will be in touch as soon as we can regarding September start days and times. Take care and stay safe. The Knebworth Team