FS2 Notices

It was such a joy to be part of the graduation celebration on Sunday—we clapped, cheered, and even got a little misty-eyed as the older students walked past in their gowns. It was hard to believe they were once in FS too—tiny, wide-eyed, and probably more interested in play time than graduation speeches! 

We have been busy drawing alien underpants this week! The children used the story "Aliens Love Underpants” as a stimulus to their own writing.  

Phonics

This week the children have been busy practising  polysyllabic words and suffixes like ‘est’ ‘er’ and ‘ing’. 

This term we will be consolidating all the sight words covered and really developing confidence and fluency in reading independently. We introduced the words “made, make, came’. We have been practising ‘look, cover, write and check when writing the High Frequency Words (HFW).

The final phonics assessment for transition to year 1 will take place in June and will inform teacher judgements and the achievements of the Early Learning Goals.

As usual, support material is available on the Google Classroom. We have sent home the usual record sheet in your child's PO reading diary. Please support us and your child in these last few important weeks of term. A little practice every day is now essential. 

Maths

In Maths we are consolidating patterns.  Patterns help children recognise, copy, continue, and create repeating sequences using colours, shapes, numbers, sounds, or actions. Children learn simple patterns such as ABAB or AAB while developing observation, prediction, and problem-solving skills. We are using hands-on and play-based activities, using objects, blocks, beads, movement, and classroom games to make learning engaging and interactive.

Parent Videos

As part of our FS2 classroom activities, we would love for the children to learn more about different professions and the wonderful jobs their parents do.

We kindly ask each family to send one short video (around 30 seconds) featuring either Mum or Dad introducing themselves and briefly talking about their job or what they do at work. The class parent will co-ordinate these videos if you send them onto the whatsapp group chat. 

The videos will be combined into a special class video for the children to enjoy and learn about different careers.

Please upload your videos by 1 June.

Thank you for your support and participation!

Monster Phonics

Monster Phonics have created a series of short, practical parent videos designed to guide families through how to support early reading and phonics in a simple and accessible way. These are ideal for sharing with parents to build confidence and consistency between school and home. Please see the Monster Phonics poster here. 

Uniform and Equipment

PE is on a Tuesday (children wear their PE clothes to school all day).

Swimming is on a Thursday (again children wear their PE clothes all day). Please bring in swim wear, towels and ‘crocs’ type shoes in a small bag. Swim hats for long hair please. Goggles are optional.

Correct uniform is to be worn by the children, please check the school website if you are unsure. However, we accept simple alternatives in the first weeks of the year especially with PE and swimming kits. Please speak to a teacher if you have any worries.

House colours for PE t-shirts are sent via the Parent Portal.  Ruwi is Red, Yitti is Yellow, Ghubra is Green and Bowsher is Blue. 

Please can we remind you to label all snack boxes, water bottles and other items that children bring into school, this prevents any upset when children mix up their belongings with others. 

Every child should bring a bottle of water every day. We are able to support them with refilling if they need more at any time. Juices and other drinks are not necessary at school - but can be given as a supplement inside their lunch box if you so wish. 

Google Classroom

• If you are still experiencing problems with the Google Classroom please let the Primary Office know and we will endeavour to support you.

• The FS2 timetables are uploaded into a folder on each Google Classroom.

• We will use the Google Classroom for extra messages from class teachers and upload photographs of special occasions for you to enjoy.

• During the course of the year, we will also upload optional activity packs and resources to use at home.

Google Classroom Codes

• FS2PW: utlo64vr

• FS2R: e3zjxjg3 

• FS2M: 55ovaylu

Gate opening times

Please note that the Blue EYFS Gate opens at 7:10 am and closes promptly at 7:30 am. Punctuality is very important, as FS2 children begin structured phonics and maths sessions during this time.

Parent Badges

Parents must wear their school badges with red lanyard on site at all times. 

Meet and Greet Presentations

• Miss Dellman's presentation

• Classroom presentations for FS2PW, FS2M and FS2R

• Specialists presentation

Term 3 Curriculum Newsletter

Please click here for the FS2 Curriculum Newsletter for Term 3

Absences

If your child is unwell, leaving early or coming late  please complete the Absence Form and the class teacher will be informed.