Reception
Welcome to Reception's class page
We've made it to the end of term and I hope that you all enjoyed the nativity production that the EYFS children took part in. They did an amazing job of learning lines, songs and stage directions, and it was wonderful to see so many of them supported on the day. It would be lovely to get feedback on the performance to let us know what worked well and what we could try to do to make next year's nativity even better, so please drop us an email to admin@leverstockgreen.herts.sch.uk to share your feedback.
This week we have been busy finishing off our Christmas crafts, such as drilling holes in log slices for baubles, making reindeer food and enjoying Christmas music in the classroom. We have also had a Christmas party as part of our star in a jar reward. The children were particularly excited to see that a very special guest had been invited, and Santa even came with a small gift for everyone as a pre-Christmas treat!
As it is the last week of term, we are sending home all of thier bags, boots and spares tec so that you can check everything is the correct size and please make sure you bring it back with you ready for school in January.
Enjoy the weekend and have a safe and happy Christmas Holiday.
We will see you back in school on 5th January.
Have a great weekend everyone,
Miss Conyard, Mrs Highsted, Miss Morley and Mrs Shew
Home learning over Christmas
Have lots of fun with your family and friends.
Miss Conyard and the Reception team
Autumn 2
Week 7 15.12.25
Christmas Party
Week 6 8.12.25
A few reminders:
We have had several jumpers and cardigans go missing in class. Please can you ensure your child’s uniform is named. Can I also request you check if the uniform you have at home is yours? Some missing jumpers have the children’s names in. 30 jumpers all look the same to a 4 or 5-year-old.
The school day is: 8.45 am – 3.15 pm
Jewellery is not allowed. 1 pair of studs only.
Bags – book bags only. Please no large bags or backpacks. There is not the room in the cloakroom.
Please put names on EVERYTHING!
Named water bottle – no squash or juice!!!!
Reception PE Day 2025-26
Tuesday
Please come to school in your PE kit on Tuesday, ready for PE. The children will not be getting changed at school, so they will not need school uniform in their bags.
Please remember to remove the children's earrings on PE days.
Curriculum Map
Look at all the exciting things we will be doing this half term.
Recommended Reading List
These are the core texts we will be using in Spring 1
Healthy lunch box ideas
Please see below for some ideas about how to have a healthy and balanced lunch box.
Library Adventure with Hertfordshire Libraries
This autumn Hertfordshire Libraries are encouraging all Reception children to have their own library card. Our special ‘My First Library Adventure’ promotion gives your child the chance to win one of 50 personalised signed books by author-illustrator Ged Adamson (‘The Elephant Detectives’). Plus two children will win a special library visit with Ged Adamson for their whole class!
It’s easy for your child to take part. They just need to visit a Hertfordshire Library* twice by 21 December 2025 with their special ‘My First Library Adventure’ bookmark which they were given at school. For each step of the Adventure they will collect a sticker to celebrate their progress.
(*Please visit Hemel Hempstead Library as Leverstock Green Community Library is not taking part in the promotion).
A message for any families who are due to be starting our Reception Class in September.
I have attached a pdf story of a child starting school for you to share with your child. This will enable you to introduce the idea of staying all day at school, and will help all children that will be full time in September. Read the story and talk about it with your child. Doing this several times every now and again will help your child understand some of the experiences that will be ahead for them and help them cope emotionally for what could possibly be a challenge. We are very much looking forward to meeting you and your child and begin the process of getting to know you.
Ms Munro, Early Years Leader
Suzie goes to school
Starting Schools Booklet
Here is a copy of the new Starting School booklet for the parents and children starting reception September 2025
Curriculum Map
Look at all the exciting things we will be doing this half term.
Phonics Support
Phase 2 sounds taught in Reception Autumn 1
Phase 2 sounds taught in Reception Autumn 2
Phase 3 sounds taught in Reception Spring 1
This Phase 3 sounds taught in Reception Spring 1 video is designed to be shared with families to help them support the learning at home.
’50 Things to do before you’re five’
There is an app for families in Hertfordshire! It’s called ’50 Things to do before you’re five‘, it’s intention is to improve outcomes for our younger children. It’s full of ideas for activities and experiences that are free or low cost that encourage communication and language, being active and trying new things. Many experiences are outdoors and open ended so the whole family can take part!
How many experiences and memories can you tick off?
Further Phonics Support
Suggested websites