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Early Years
And so the adventure begins!
Welcome to Cogenhoe’s Reception & Pre-School provision
At Cogenhoe Primary School we intend for all of our pupils to be independent, well-rounded, curious individuals who embrace risk taking. Within our exceptional Early Years setting, we prioritise children’s social and emotional well-being above all else, as without this, the intention of instilling a life-long love of learning and endless amounts of courage and confidence would not be possible.
Our staff hold the same shared belief that all children have their preferred way of learning. Therefore, we do not believe that every child should fit the curriculum; the curriculum should fit every child. We pride ourselves on ensuring that our curriculum captures every child’s imagination and brings it to life the way they see it; engaging with their personal interests effortlessly inspires and motivates every child to achieve their true potential.
Our wonderful Reception class is an exciting and engaging environment where children embark on their school journey. We believe that high-quality learning and teaching is the entitlement of all children and should meet their individual needs and interests, ensuring they develop across all the prime areas.To support a smooth transition into Reception, we offer fantastic Pre-School provision. Our Pre-School provides children with valuable learning experiences that prepare them for the next step in their education. Head over to our Pre-School page to find out more. We recognise that all children learn at different rates and are each at their own stage of development. Children thrive when they feel happy, secure, and actively involved in their learning.At Cogenhoe, we have a number of ‘Curricular Goals’ that we aim for children to achieve by the end of the year, supporting their progress as they grow in confidence and independence.
Please see the ‘Prospective Parent’ page for our open days, where we invite you to come and see the magic for yourselves. Individual tours can be arranged, please speak to office on 01604 890380 or email us at [email protected]
Please visit ‘The Early Years Curriculum’ page on our website using the button below to find out more about our school vision for Early Years.
Early Years Curriculum
Reception Milestones
Reception Class Blog
Welcome!
Firstly, a warm welcome to EYFS! We are excited to have your child join us and look forward to a wonderful year ahead.
We wanted to share some key information regarding our weekly activities and important reminders:
- Forest School: This will take place every Monday. The school will provide waterproof overalls, but please ensure your child has a pair of labelled wellington boots. These can either be kept at school or brought in on Mondays. As we move into the colder months, please ensure your child is dressed warmly for outdoor activities.
- Book and a Biscuit: Every Wednesday, from 8:45 am to 9:00 am, we invite you to join your child in the classroom to share a book and a biscuit. It’s a lovely opportunity to spend some time together and foster a love of reading.
- PE: PE lessons will be held every Thursday. Ideally, PE kits should remain at school throughout the term and will be sent home at the end of each term for washing. Please ensure that all items of clothing are clearly labelled to avoid any mix-ups.
- Hot Dinners: Please note that all hot dinners must be ordered by Wednesday of the previous week. This ensures that we can adequately prepare and cater for all students. If you have any questions about ordering hot dinners, please reach out to the office for assistance.
- Nut-Free School: A gentle reminder that Cogenhoe is a no-nut school. This is to ensure the safety of children with severe allergies
Thank-you for your cooperation and support. We are excited to embark on this journey with you and your child!
Reception Blog 2024 – 2025
Reception: 4.11.24
This week in Reception has been packed with exciting discoveries and celebrations! We began with an autumnal walk around the playground, where the children hunted for signs of the season. It was a wonderful way for them to connect with the changing world around us. In...
Reception: 21.10.24
This week, the children have had a spook-tacular time as our classroom received a Halloween makeover! They were thrilled to discover the festive decorations and themed activities awaiting them. The children enjoyed a sensory experience with pumpkins, scooping out...
Reception: 14.10.24
This week, the children have thoroughly enjoyed enacting our focus story, Little Red Riding Hood, using props to bring the tale to life. Through this activity, they have been learning key vocabulary and the sequence of events in the story, enhancing their storytelling...
Reception: 07.10.24
At Cogenhoe School, we value and celebrate diversity and inclusion as integral to our learning throughout the year. Black History Month is a particularly important and special time for us, as we recognise the inspirational individuals and events that have shaped...
Reception: 30.09.24
This week in Reception, the children had an fabulous time innovating our class focus story. The story transformed The Magic Porridge Pot into The Magic Popcorn Pot! With great excitement, the children watched as popcorn magically appeared when we all said the magic...
Reception: 23.09.24
This week in our Talk for Writing session, the children had an exciting time as they explored the concept of characters, a key element of storytelling. We began by identifying the characters in our focus story, The Magic Porridge Pot. The children did a fantastic job...
Reception: 16.09.24
This week has been full of exciting discoveries and learning opportunities! The children explored the local area and important people in their lives, thrilled to see photos of familiar roads and routes to school. They created their own "Reception Road," drawing...