Head of School's Message
Dear Parents and Carers,
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As we continue to enjoy the great outdoors with the children, we want to emphasise the importance of applying suncream before arriving at school. Additionally, we kindly request that each child has their own sun hat with their name clearly labelled, as this will help ensure their comfort and protection throughout the day. While we do have additional hats available at the nursery, we understand that children often prefer to wear their own.
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Please note that even on mornings that appear cloudy, it is essential for sun hats to be worn and suncream to be applied. The weather can change rapidly, and our little ones spend time outside, so it's important to ensure they are protected.
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Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Your efforts in providing sun protection are greatly appreciated and help us keep our children safe and happy during their outdoor activities.
Reminders
​Monday 5th May - School Closed for Bank Holiday Monday
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Tuesday 6th May - Living Eggs (chicks) arrive
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Monday 12th May - Mental Health Week
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Wednesday 21st May - National Dinosaur Day
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Friday 23rd May - Last Day of Half Term
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No more wellies or wet suits!! The weather is fine now and we are thoroughly enjoying the warmer weather - if children do need waterproofs, we have them!!
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Clothes bank available outside of school Tuesdays and Thursdays. Donations welcome (please bring to the office) or take what you need from the rail
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Learning packs available every Wednesday outside of the main office
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Nursery Room
Book & Rhyme of the week
Nursery Room will continue with their book called 'Jack and the Beanstalk' written by Mara Alperin.
They will begin the innovation stage where they will explore changing a character or the setting within the story such as the beanstalk or the cow to create a new story.
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The rhyme will focus on reinforcing last week's maths. They will use the rhyme - '5 Little Frogs' to identify when two groups of frogs are the same, who has 'lots of' and 'more' frogs.
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The children’s keys words this week will help them with their busy fingers next week - 'grasp', 'fingers', 'thumb'.
We will be tearing and rolling up paper, grasping scissors, tongs and tea strainers.
Willow Room
Book & Rhyme of the week
Willow Room will continue to read 'Jasper's Beanstalk' written by Nick Butterworth.
They will begin the imitation stage where they will explore retelling a shortened version of this story through role play.
The rhyme will focus on maths - numbers. The children will sing '5 Little Ducks' to reinforce their learning from last week by knowing that a group of things changes when something is added or taken away.
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The children’s keys words will help with their understanding of maths - 'add', 'take away' and 'more.'
Conker Room
Book & Rhyme of the week
Conker Room will start a new book called 'Jasper's Beanstalk' written by Nick Butterworth.
They will continue to immerse themselves in understanding the key words and themes of the story.
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The rhyme will focus on maths - numbers. The children will sing 2 or 3 little Ducks; supporting them to recite number names in sequence and notice numerals.
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The children’s keys words will help with their understanding of their maths rhyme - '1', '2' and 'number.'
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.
Please return all packs into the return’s basket so staff can check and stock up any resources.
The borrowing groups for the first Wednesday we return will be:
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Busy Fingers - Woodpecker
Story Bags - Hedgehog & Dormouse
Maths Pack - Robin, Owl & Butterfly
Success Story of the Week!
Dear Parents,
We are thrilled to share some wonderful news with you!
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Oxhey Nursery School welcomed a visit from our new School Improvement Partner from Herts for Learning on Monday. We are delighted to report that she was extremely pleased with our provisions, particularly highlighting the outdoor areas and the wonderful opportunities they provide for our children.
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The newly established Conker room, received special praise for its organisation and suitability for our youngest learners. It's always heartwarming to see our hard work being recognised, and we are committed to continuing our efforts to offer the best environment for your children.
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Furthermore, we have agreed on additional actions to support children as they transition into Reception this year.
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We are excited to embark on the next stage of our children's development and look forward to the growth and achievements that lie ahead.
