Reception

Understanding the World

This half term in the Early Years Foundation Stage, we have been learning about the role of scientists in our Understanding the World lessons, as part of our “People Who Help Us” theme.

In Literacy this week, the children have been diving into the story 'The 100 Decker Bus' and having lots of fun improvising it with their own imaginative ideas. They created brand new characters and chose exciting destinations for where their bus might travel next!

During Busy Learning, the children have been practising writing CVC words and drawing their own ideas to help develop their very own stories.

This learning has continued through play, with children enthusiastically recreating the story in the role play area and the outdoor construction area, taking on different roles and inventing new places to visit. It has been wonderful to see their creativity, storytelling and teamwork flourish through play-based learning. 

Maths

We have been using the story 'The 100 Decker Bus' to help us explore subtraction as taking away. The children acted out the story by all getting on the bus and then some got off at different stops. They loved counting how many people were left on the bus each time, helping them to develop their understanding of subtraction in a fun, practical and memorable way.

Family Event: Tuesday 3rd February

We are excited for our Introduction to STEM family event which we are holding on Tuesday 3rd March from 2.20pm - 3.30pm in the RAF main hall. This is the accumulation of our topic on People Who Help Us.

Throughout the term we have explored different jobs including bus drivers, engineers and doctors. There will be lots of fun stands to explore different jobs. We look forward to seeing you there!

Community Noticeboard

Roblox Advice for parents

Roblox can be a creative and enjoyable space, but because games and social spaces are created by users, children’s experiences can vary widely. Many children start playing in primary school, often sharing games and conversations with much older users. Settings help, but they work best when combined with regular
conversations and adult interest.

Click here to find out more about how you can change the settings to protect your child(ren).

Domestic Abuse Support App

Domestic abuse, whether towards a female or male partner, can significantly affect the children who live in that environment. Exposure to violence, coercion or ongoing emotional manipulation disrupts a child’s sense of safety and can influence their behaviour, relationships and engagement in learning.

These situations are often hard to spot. Many victims work to hide what is happening, particularly from official agencies, due to fear of consequences for the abusive partner or worries about major upheaval for the family.

Hestia is a London-based charity that supports adults and children in crisis, delivering frontline services and campaigning nationally on issues such as domestic abuse, modern slavery and mental health. They have created the Bright Sky app, a free and discreet tool that helps people recognise signs of abuse, access specialist support and record concerns safely.

The Bright Sky app provides:

• A simple tool to help someone recognise signs of abuse and understand whether a relationship feels unsafe.
• A secure, optional journal for recording incidents or concerns that can be shared later with a trusted person or agency.
• A directory of national and local support services, making it easier to find the right help quickly.

To find out more, please follow this link: https://www.hestia.org/brightsky

Hounslow Repair Café - youth repair workshop

Hounslow Repair Café is running a programme of events, including the community repair café and new youth repair workshops focusing on developing electrical, bike and sewing repair skills.

The workshops offer free electrical repair courses for 12-24 year olds. These take place one Sunday a month throughout January and February at St. Leonard’s Church Hall, Heston Road, Heston, TW5 0RD. Run by Team Repair, participants earn a certificate and develop Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mechanics (STEM) skills. They also learn problem-solving, resilience, and sustainability awareness to reduce waste and promote a circular economy. Book now at https://e-voice.org.uk/hrc/book

Community repair cafés also run every third Sunday of the month from 1:30pm-4:30pm at St. Leonard’s Church Hall (address above), where people can bring bikes, small appliances, clothing and digital equipment to be fixed. Book your visit here: http://bit.ly/46njvd4

For any questions, feel free to email hestonrepaircafe@gmail.com

NHS Services for under 5s

Did you know GPs in Hounslow now offer more same day appointments for under 5s, including early evening slots? It’s a safer, faster alternative to waiting in A&E. You can first check your child’s symptoms on the Hounslow Healthier Together website before deciding where best to seek care.

Staines Rugby Club

Staines Rugby Club is looking for new girls, boys and women players to join them. They're offering the first two weeks free on Tuesdays as an incentive to try them out.

Sign up to easyfundraising and get an extra £2 for our PTA funds:

Our PTA is already signed up to easyfundraising - a very simple way to add extra money to the PTA. Money is donated as you spend it, in more than 8,000 retailers, including Tescos, Argos and John Lewis. Click here to sign up: 

Reach Schools Connect the Community Fund

We know that in the current climate, there can be numerous pressures on families and that these can constantly change from month to month. We want to raise awareness of our ‘Connect the Community’ fund that can be used by families to reduce any financial pressures.