Welcome to our Reception Curriculum area.

Here you will find out about the topics we will be learning about this year.

Reception Long Term Plan

Autumn

Marvellous Me!

Welcome to school! This topic supports children starting school: developing routines, sharing experiences and building friendships.

Where do squirrels hide their nuts?

Why do squirrels hide their nuts? Why do hedgehogs hibernate? Explore these questions and more in this Science based topic about the seasonal changes in the natural world during autumn and winter.

Sparkly and Shiny

Exploring celebrations and festivals around the world, observing seasonal change and learning all about reflection.

Spring

Are we nearly there yet?

Where in the world would you like to go? How would you like to travel there? Explore these questions and more in this ‘Understanding the World’ topic about transport, travel and places near and far!

My Imagination

Children develop an understanding of space including astronauts and planets. They create their own superheroes and develop understanding of real life superheroes. What is your super power?

Summer

Paws, Claws and Whiskers

In this Science based topic, children will develop their knowledge of different animals and why they have certain features. An enquiry based topic filled with creepy crawlies!

Once Upon a Time

This Literacy topic supports children to develop a love of stories and reading. It encourages children to learn, retell and act out familiar and traditional tales including Cinderella, Goldilocks, Little Red Riding Hood, The Three Little Pigs and The Three Billy Goats Gruff.

Please see below information from our Reception Parents in Partnership Meeting this term:

Reception PiPs 2023-2024Supporting your child at home

Reading Parent Workshop