Reception

Curriculum Intent

In Reception, we intend for children to be ready, respectful and safe. Ready for the next stage in their learning journey, ready to be challenged and to challenge themselves. We teach children to be respectful of others through our core value and of the many wonderful differences that make each child unique.  We support children to feel safe through our positive relationships and our stimulating environment. We aspire for all children to feel safe to explore, manage their own risks and to make safe choices. We are determined for our children to be confident, independent and to believe in themselves. ‘The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) sets the standards that all early years’ providers must meet to ensure that children learn and develop well and are kept healthy and safe. It promotes teaching and learning to ensure children’s ‘school readiness’ and gives children the broad range of knowledge and skills that provide the right foundation for good future progress through school and life.’ This document maps out the progression of skills from Autumn 1 to Summer 2 for each area of learning - prime and specific. We understand that children learn at different rates and in different ways. Each area of development is implemented through planned, purposeful play and a mix of adult and child led activities. EYFS staff respond to each child’s needs and interests, guiding their development through warm, positive relationships to move their learning forward. We believe all children can succeed and ensure that our teaching is adaptive to the needs of all pupils.