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Welcome to Nursery!

September 2020

Welcome to the Nursery Class at Mersey Vale!

This page will allow us to share information about:

• class news,
• what we are learning
• important reminders
• home-school activities and home learning support
• links to useful information and documents
•  … and lots more!

Watch this space for the latest news, updates and information.

Please ensure that you have joined Class Dojo as regular updates will be shared here via Class Story and separate messages to support communication further.

We hope you have received your welcome packs, been able to join Class Dojo and access Class Stories and individual messaging. Photos and updates are shared regularly re: how your child is settling and to give you an insight into the many experiences your child takes part in to support their development in all areas of learning.

An information sheet was provided in your welcome pack and updates were shared during parent, teacher and child meetings. There is a lot of information for parents on this Nursery Class page re: curriculum and suggestions for supporting learning at home.

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to ask on arrival/ collection and/ or message via Class Dojo.

It has been a pleasure meeting new families and we really appreciate your support and commitment to a smooth and positive transition and induction process for all.

Thank you for your support.

Nursery Staff Team
Miss Bunting (Class Teacher), Miss Lansdale (Nursery Nurse), Mrs Daniels, Miss Jilani (Teaching Assistants/ Lunch time Support), Mrs Naeem (Bilingual Support Assistant)

N.B: There is a lot of information on the EYFS Information tab located in Parents section. Please visit this page to view other documents.

Nursery Letter

http://www.merseyvale.stockport.sch.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Nursery-Letter-2020-commitment-updated.docx

Nursery Powerpoint

http://www.merseyvale.stockport.sch.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/NURSERY-POWERPOINT-2020.pptx

September 2020

Autumn 1: Ourselves

We are learning a range of songs and rhymes related to ourselves. We are taking part in all sorts of practical and physical activities linked to this topic, learning about each other, similarities, differences, likes and dislikes. Developing self-confidence to have a go and try new things, making friends and exploring our feelings and emotions through songs, stories, in the moment and pre-planned play are key foundations for feeling safe, secure and happy to learn!

Please see Class Dojo for regular updates.

You might like to take a look at the Ourselves Overview - see tabs below.

Home Learning Challenge - All About Me poster: Please complete at home over the next few weeks. Once completed we would really like to share them in class. We have had a few returned already. They are FANTASTIC! Thank you for the time and effort you have put into these.

Home Learning Challenge: October half term

We received a letter from Rainbow Fish asking us to help him to make his scales colourful. Your child will receive a template to take home and the letter will be accessible via Class Dojo. Have fun using any type of media: crayon, pen, paint, collage to make your fishy friend look colourful. You could send a photo of your efforts via Class Dojo Portfolio or messaging. Enjoy!

The link to the Underwater Counting game is accessible below as well.

We have also taken part in all sorts of pre-phonics, early reading, counting, creative and physical activities linked to the 'Under the sea' theme. We are very proud of our creations, including: super starfish, jiggling jellyfish, marvellous magic fish and splendid seaweed. Excellent effort!

There are some lovely books here to share at home together. Happy Reading!

https://www.worldbookday.com/share-a-story-corner/

You could send a photo of your child enjoying a favourite book (via class dojo messaging or add to your child's portfolio)

News Just In!

Positive play and interaction in small groups.

Lots of physical activity and use of outdoor equipment.

Excellent creative work!

Developing self-confidence and self-esteem - trying new things!

A super start to the school year!😀

As and when required, please see Home Learning section (top of page) including links and suggestions for home learning and information sent via class dojo and text messaging:-)

We have a twitter page Nursery@mvps. 

Recent pupil voice:

“I like the garden.”

“I love this story!”

“I can do it all by myself now!”

“I can do it now (put on own coat).”

“Sharing is caring.”

Recent parent/ carer voice:

“He is really looking forward to coming to Nursery.”

“She talks about it (nursery) at home.”

"He loves school."

“I have noticed a big difference with his talking at home.”

“Thank you for everything you have done for him. We can’t believe how much he is talking at home.”

“Become more confident since coming here.”

"She is really happy coming to nurery. Thank you for all you are doing to make it so much fun."

Highlights:

Book time sessions – We are Readers! (developing early reading skills)

Role Play Areas promote speaking and listening and peer relationships

Circle time activities – children are becoming more able to express how they are feeling and why

Personal, social and emotional development – welcoming and supporting new friends who have joined our class.

Check out class Twitter page for updates and share with child and encourage recall of their learning.

Examples of Positive Parent Partnership:

• Parent:Teacher Meetings
• Pride in our presentation Week – Exhibition
• ‘Sounds and Words Week’ Workshop
• ‘PSHE’ Workshop
• ‘Look at our Learning’ sessions
• ‘STEM Exhibition’ Workshop
• ‘We Are Writers’ Workshop
• ‘Stay, play and learn together sessions