Welcome to Nursery
Our Nursery provision builds on the wonderful foundations established in Little Learners, supporting children as they continue to grow in confidence, independence and curiosity. Through our book-led curriculum, children are introduced to a new story each week, with exciting activities linked to all areas of learning across the classroom.
We continue to place a strong emphasis on developing Communication and Language, Physical Development, and Personal, Social and Emotional Development. Children enjoy participating in Movement Monday, where a range of indoor and outdoor activities help to develop both fine and gross motor skills.
As children prepare for their transition into Reception, they begin taking part in short, engaging teaching sessions that introduce early maths and phonics skills. They are encouraged to explore the learning environment independently, learning how to use resources confidently and having a go for themselves.
Developing independence is a key focus in Nursery, with children learning important self-care skills such as dressing and undressing, using the toilet independently, and managing their own belongings. We value strong partnerships with parents and regularly invite families into Nursery to share stories, enjoy craft activities and take part in a variety of learning experiences together.
Our Nursery provides a nurturing, stimulating environment where every child is supported to thrive and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Reading
In our EYFS classes at Mount Pleasant Primary School, books are at the centre of our teaching and learning. We know how important it is to have a love of books and so we encourage this from the very beginning. We offer a class library service, have inviting reading areas where the children can relax with a book and follow a book-led curriculum. The books have been carefully chosen to interest and excite our children and so they may change with different groups of children. They are selected to match a common theme and allow for teaching about the different celebrations and events that occur through the year. Additionally, they also open up opportunities for teaching in the 7 areas of learning in EYFS. Have a look at the brilliant books we have picked for each theme in or class here.
Uniform
All phases of our EYFS our active everyday with a focus on physical development activities both indoors and out. Additionally, we are encouraging the children to be more independent, for example through toileting and self care. For this reason, the EYFS uniform is designed to support the children in moving freely and dressing and undressing themselves. It is black joggers or black leggings. In warmer weather, the children can wear black shorts. Black Velcro trainers. White or red polo shirt, red cardigan or sweatshirt. We encourage a spare set of clothing to be sent in to keep in school. The children wear wellington boots for wet and muddy play outside so you are also welcome to provide a pair of wellies to be kept in school. We ask that all clothing and shoes are named.