Reception trip to Wendover woods 28th Jun 2024
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All the children in reception visited Wendover woods and completed the Gruffalo trail, looked for insects, climbed trees, flew a kite and had lots of fun playing in the woods and exploring nature.

Reception- Can you feel the beat? 30th Apr 2024
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We have been learning about rhythm in our music lessons. We learnt 3 notes and learnt how to play these on the claves.We followed a rhythm with our teacher and then made up our own using the notes we have learnt.

Computing - Information Technology 30th Apr 2024
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We have been learning how to use digital devices to take photos. We learnt to recognise the camera icon on the tablet and followed instructions on how to take pictures.

Computing - Digital Literacy 30th Apr 2024
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We have been learning how to keep safe online . We have followed Smartie the Penguin rules to keep us safe when using devices.

Recetption-Computer Science Algorithms 30th Apr 2024
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This term we have been looking at algorithms in reception . We have learnt that an algorithm is a set of instructions . We have had lessons on unplugged algorithms where we learnt to follow instructions for head , shoulders , knees and toes.

Reception Dentist Visit 30th Apr 2024
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Reception were lucky enough to have a visit from the dental nurses . They told us what it is like to go to the dentist and why it is important to keep our teeth healthy. They showed us how to clean our teeth properly and reminded us that having lots of sugar can cause our teeth to fall out.

Reception Healthy Living workshop 30th Apr 2024
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Reception took part in a health living workshop with the new chef Paul . We were shown how to use graters and to cut vegetables carefully . Then we went round to different tables and had the opportunity to touch , smell and taste a variety of fruits and vegetables. Now we know how to eat a balanced and healthy diet.

Reception World Book Day 18th Mar 2024
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Reception had a fantastic time celebrating World Book Day.

It's Gruffalo model time! 29th Feb 2024
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Look at the wonderful Gruffalo models we made at home!

Reception- making shadows. 16th Feb 2024
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In Reception we have been learning about shadows.We used torches to give us light and then we made shadows with our hands.

Reception- There's no such thing as a Gruffalo!!!! 16th Feb 2024
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Our learning this half term has been based around the story of The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson

Internet Safety Day 2024 10th Feb 2024
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On the 6th of February 2024 we celebrated Safer Internet Day across the school. This is something we do annually at Downside and here are some examples of our work this year.

KS1 Christmas Lunch 18th Dec 2023
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The children in KS1 enjoyed their christmas dinner on Wednesday.

Reception visit Preschol 18th Dec 2023
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On Friday, Reception children visited Preschool, to perform the poem Needles, by Brian Bilston. They also sang some Christmas songs, and exchanged gifts with the Preschool children. Reception children gave Christmas cookies, made especially by each class, for the younger children to enjoy.

All the children were treated to watch the annual pantomime (Oh Yes they were!!) 12th Dec 2023
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There was lots of fun, laughter and shouting whilst the children `Peter Pan Never Grow Up` on Thursday 7th December. Unlike the panto the photos are below- not behind you!!

Short Tail Trail 2024 12th Dec 2023
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We are delighted to working with Keech Hospice to bring alive the Short Tail Trail. Follow the website as we update you on the progress.

Reception at the Library 12th Dec 2023
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Reception children had lots of fun exploring the library and sharing stories with each other.

Autumn Time 12th Dec 2023
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The children in Reception when for an Autumn walk around school to gain resources and inspiration for their crown making.

Food Bank Donations 12th Dec 2023
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Thankyou to all our amazing families who donated food to the food bank last Friday (8/12/23) we had more food donated than every. What a fantastic and generous community we are.