Welcome to Summer Term in Pre-School

We are excited for another fun-filled term of learning and exploration in Pre-School.

We will continue to strive to make your child’s first experience in education special, continuing to develop their relationship with their teacher and learning support assistants, who will support them and ensure that their emotional and academic needs are met daily.

Our aim is for your children to become confident learners and to carry their love of learning throughout their lives.

As well as following your unique children, their interests and what engages their learning, our curriculum will be inspired by our Summer Bookshelf filled with exciting, high-quality texts, helping children to develop our Character Traits:

Summer Bookshelf

We also have a Supporting Bookshelf which recommends high-quality texts to parents that support your child’s learning. If you wish to borrow any from the library or buy for a gift, here are some fantastic recommendations:

As our school year progresses, we will encourage the growth of new skills, resilience and understanding as part of the children’s development. We will be looking at life cycles in more detail, diversity beyond where we live and our own families. We will use the book, ‘The Boy with Flowers in His Hair’ to support us in the exciting next step of our education; starting Reception.  

Summer Learning at a Glance

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Collaboration.   

Responsibility.   

Understanding emotions and solving conflicts.  

Physical Development

Fine motor skills.  

Understanding our bodies.   

Communication and Language

Initiating conversations, building vocabulary and expressing opinions.   

Literacy

Knowledge of letter sounds and early reading through our Phonics scheme, Success for All.   

Mathematics

Number system beyond five 

Problem solving.   

Comparing groups of objects and comparing measures (weight, capacity, length, height.)  

Exploring 3D shape properties.   

Understanding the World

Using our senses to explore the world.   

Exploring the world, learning about different countries, cultures and traditions.   

Expressive Arts and Design

Exploring materials, textures and tools.   

Class art project with a focus on the artist Eric Carle.   

Meet the Pre-School team

  • Mrs Stevenson – Class Teacher  
  • Miss Davies – Learning Support Assistant 
  • Miss Jauffur – Learning Support Assistant
  • Mrs Bradshaw – Learning Support Assistant 
  • Miss Snelson – Learning Support Assistant 
  • Miss Woollam – Learning Support Assistant 
  • Miss Valenta – Learning Support Assistant 
  • Miss Tweedy – Learning Support Assistant

Important Information

  • Wellington boots and waterproof coats will be required daily for outdoor learning and are kept in your child’s own box in school.
  • Important information will be shared through our school Newsletter.
  • Our team will be available every day before and after school to discuss your child’s day, receive messages and celebrate successes.
  • Our Class Teachers are always on hand, ready to talk about any questions or queries you may have. 

As always, there will be lots of learning and exciting activities going on in Pre-School this term. Please speak to our admin team for access to the Pre-School Instagram feed @wps.preschool

You will receive personalised activation information from Tapestry to your registered email.