Head of School's Message
Dear Parents and Carers,
As we continue through the summer term, I am mindful of the many national and international events that are taking place around the world. As a school community that prides itself on its diversity and celebration of different cultures, we recognise that some of these events may affect our children, families and staff in different ways.
Our school is enriched by the wonderful diversity of our community, with 24 different languages spoken and families who have connections across the globe. This diversity is one of our greatest strengths and helps children develop an understanding, appreciation and respect for others from an early age.
Each day, we support children to recognise and manage their emotions through our Zones of Regulation approach, while also teaching and modelling the language of kindness, compassion and friendship. These important skills help children develop empathy, understand different perspectives and build positive relationships with those around them.
At the heart of everything we do are our values of Safe, Confidence and Respect. We strive to ensure that every child feels safe, heard and valued, has the confidence to be themselves, and shows respect for others regardless of their background, beliefs or experiences.
By working together as a community, we can continue to create an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and where our children learn the importance of caring for one another.
Reminders
Inset Day - 19th June (School Closed)
Occasional Day - 22nd June (School Closed)
Leavers Graduation Ceremony & Picnic - 23rd July 11.15am-12.30pm. School closes at 1pm.
Summer Holiday - 24th July to 1st September
School Opens - 2nd September
Sign of the Week
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Follow this link: https://youtu.be/xlryR725neA?si=DMNyZp4V9WZh6ny2
Nursery Room
Book & Rhyme of the week
Nursery room will continue their book called, 'The Three Billy Goats Gruff' written by Mara Alperin.
They will begin the fourth week of this book continuing the imitation stage; they will retell the story using the story map, using stick puppets, using small world figures and themselves through role-play.
Their key words will help them with their understanding of the book: bridge, horn, hooves, river and meadow. Follow this link to the story: https://youtu.be/vXAzuwzSsv4?si=BY4zxavoFJ8ORcPk
The rhyme will focus on their phonic knowledge of alliteration. They will sing the rhyme 'A Sailor went to Sea Sea Sea' Through this rhyme, they will learn the Makaton sign for 'sailor' and 'sea.'
Follow this link to the Makaton sign for 'sailor': https://youtu.be/ukfr0RdzB2Y?si=1xcX3KoQt3RSe-sK
Follow this link to the Makaton sign for 'sea': https://youtu.be/eKIvCdYW1J4?si=vzBDnGwLDqb11buj
Willow Room
Book & Rhyme of the week
Willow room will continue their book called 'Walking Through the Jungle' written by Debbie Harter.
They will begin the fourth week of this book continuing the imitation stage; they will retell the story using the story map, using stick puppets, using small world figures and themselves through role-play.
Their key words will help them with their understanding of the book: iceberg, trekking, mountain and ocean.
Follow this link to the book: https://youtu.be/XC4O9izLVnw?si=0nQgaYUInDm87O-c
The rhyme will focus on their phonic knowledge of instrumental sounds. They will sing the rhyme "Horsie Horise. " Through this rhyme, they wil learn the Makaton sign for horse: https://youtu.be/wWbuVjvfi60?si=7SoTu-OgIk9lPPB3
Conker Room
Book & Rhyme of the week
Conker room will continue their book called 'Baby goes to Market' written by Atinuke.
They will begin the fourth week of this book continuing the imitation stage; they will retell the story using the story map, using stick puppets, using small world figures and themselves through role-play.
Their key words will help with their understanding of the book; baby, basket, heavy and market.
Follow this link to the book: https://youtu.be/iGsTTaSLQbs?si=ZOW70AZv9ByTHEBy
The rhyme will focus on their phonic knowledge of instrumental sounds. They will sing the rhyme "I am the music man."
Through this rhyme, they will learn the Makaton sign for music: https://youtu.be/rUTT6GyFYvo?si=9dW6R0l-BdUaxebl
Through this rhyme, they will learn the Makaton sign for man: https://youtu.be/DjU7r0VgtXk?si=2lMr_wV97kRDvmrw
Home Learning
Each Wednesday, the packs will be found outside main reception. There is a display to show you which group’s turn it is and a signing out folder for each pack.
These are to borrow and return the following Wednesday.
Groups for this week are:
Busy Fingers - Dormouse & Owl
Story Bags - Woodpecker
Maths Pack - Robin
Success Story of the Week!
Dear Parents,
This week in nursery, we have seen lots of exciting progress in children’s early writing and phonics learning.
Many children have begun to take the next steps in their learning journey by practising writing their names using formation cards.
They have also been learning how to write these letters during our daily phonics sessions.
We hope that more children will be able to write their names independently before the end of the year, but whichever stage they are at, we’re proud of the effort they are making.
Each attempt is a valuable first step for the next part of their journey.
All absences must be reported to the school either by leaving an absence message or emailing admin@oeyc.herts.sch.uk, We politely ask that if you plan to take your child out during school time, you notify the Nursery office. For appointments, we ask where possible that these are not during the school day. If this is not avoidable, please kindly share the relevant information for this appointment in order for us to be able to authorise this. Regular attendance at Nursery is very important, as it helps children build the foundational knowledge and skills they will need as they move through school. Establishing good attendance habits now supports a smoother transition into primary school and helps ensure children develop positive routines that will benefit them throughout their educational journey. Thank you for your continued support in helping your child attend regularly and on time.
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