Head of School's Message
Dear Parents and Carers,
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As we come to the end of a busy and joyful term at Oxhey Nursery School, we want to thank you for your continued support and partnership.
The children have amazed us with their curiosity, resilience and enthusiasm for learning. From exploring new stories and vocabulary, to developing their phonics, maths and self regulation skills, they have made wonderful progress.
Our workshops, festive activities and shared events have shown once again what a warm and caring community Oxhey is.
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As we enter the holiday season, we wish you and your families peace, joy and prosperity for the New Year, and a time of good fortune for all.
Your children are only very young for a short while, so we encourage you to soak up this magical period with them as much as you can – enjoying the small moments of play, wonder and togetherness.
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We look forward to welcoming all children back to Nursery on Monday 6th January. Until then, have a restful break and a very happy holiday from all of us at Oxhey Nursery School.
Reminders
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Please be aware that the deadline for Reception applications for the next academic year is 15 January 2026. Parents, please ensure that you have made an application by the closing date to ensure your application is processed as on-time. If you miss the deadline for the application your child may not be considered for your chosen school.
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Monday 5th January, 2-3pm Stay & Play Session.
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Tuesday 6th January, School Reopens.
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Nursery Room
Book & Rhyme of the week
Nursery room will begin a new book called 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' written by Mara Alperin.
They will begin the immersion stage where they explore the themes in the book such as making porridge and exploring oats.
Their key words will help with their understanding of their book; porridge, cottage, leapt, crept and just right.
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The rhyme will focus on their phonic knowledge of voice sounds.
They will sing the rhyme 'Hickory Dickory.'
Through this rhyme they will explore how we use our voice, tongue and mouth shape to make different sounds such as 'shhhh' and 'grrrrr.'
Willow Room
Book & Rhyme of the week
Willow room will begin a new book called 'Oh No George' written by Chris Haughton.
They will begin the immersion stage where they explore the themes in the book such as the concept of 'love' by understanding things we really like.
Their key words will help with their understanding of their book; good, love, thinks and ruined,
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The rhyme will focus on their maths knowledge of numbers.
They will sing the rhyme '1,2,3,45, Once I Caught a Fish alive.'
Through this rhyme they will recite their number names in sequence.
Conker Room
Book & Rhyme of the week
Conker room will begin a new book called 'Polar Bear Polar Bear, What do you Hear?' written by Bill Martin Jr.
They will begin the immersion stage where they explore the themes in the book such as role playing with animals and a figure in the small world area to create their own zoo.
Their key words will help with their understanding of their book; polar bear, zoo keeper, and hear.
The rhyme will focus on their maths knowledge of numbers.
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They will sing the rhyme '1,2,3,45, Once I Caught a Fish Alive.'
Through this rhyme they will recite their number names in sequence.
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 week.
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On our first week back the groups will be:
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Busy Fingers - Robin
Story Bags - Dormouse and Owl
Maths Pack - Woodpecker
Success Story of the Week!
Dear Parents,
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Thank you to all the families from Conker, Willow and Nursery Room who joined us for our recent Winter Workshops.
It was a truly special event, with over 40 families taking part in festive crafting together.
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Children and adults alike enjoyed making sparkly hanging stars and colourful finger painted calendars, creating keepsakes that we hope will be treasured at home.
The atmosphere was warm, busy and joyful, and it was wonderful to see parents and carers working alongside their children, chatting, laughing and sharing ideas.
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Events like this highlight the strength of our Oxhey Nursery community and the positive impact of home–school partnership on children’s learning and wellbeing. Thank you for giving your time and enthusiasm.
We look forward to hosting more workshops in the New Year and hope to see even more of you there.
