Reception (4-5 ages)

In the Reception year, children continue to build upon the foundational skills introduced in nursery while gradually delving into more structured learning experiences. The curriculum in Reception is designed to further develop academic knowledge while maintaining a play-based and experiential approach:

Communication, Language and Literacy Development:

Reading Readiness

Building on pre-reading skills by introducing sight words, simple sentences, and basic reading strategies.

Phonics Instruction

Beginning phonics lessons to decode and blend sounds, forming simple words.

Mathematics

Number Sense

Expanding number recognition, counting in sequence, and introducing basic addition and subtraction concepts.

Shape, Space, and Measurement

Exploring shapes, sizes, comparisons, and basic measurement concepts through hands-on activities.

Understanding the World

Basic Scientific Inquiry

Encouraging curiosity through simple experiments, observations, and discussions about the natural world.

Understanding the Environment

Exploring topics like weather, seasons, living things, and their habitats.

Expressive Arts and Design

Artistic Expression

Further developing creative skills through various art forms, encouraging self-expression and imagination.

Music, Drama, and Dance

Exploring rhythm, role-play, and creative movement to enhance expression and coordination.

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Building Relationships: Encouraging social skills, teamwork, cooperation, and empathy through group activities and collaborative play.

Emotional Regulation: Supporting emotional awareness, understanding feelings, and strategies for managing emotions.

Physical Development

Gross Motor Skills

Developing coordination, balance, and spatial awareness through structured physical activities and games.

Fine Motor Skills

Enhancing hand-eye coordination, pencil grip, and control through writing, drawing, and manipulative tasks.

In Reception, the curriculum continues to foster a balanced approach that intertwines academic knowledge with social, emotional, and physical development. Learning experiences remain interactive, hands-on, and play-oriented, allowing children to explore and consolidate their emerging academic skills in a supportive and engaging environment. The goal is to provide a strong foundation for future learning while nurturing a love for discovery and exploration.