Parent Hub
In EYFS, we strive to develop strong and positive relationships and work in partnership with our families. We provide information for parents about their child’s progress regularly and use Tapestry/ Class Dojo as a two-way form of communication. We also offer workshops throughout the year, which provide support, advice and materials to support learning at home. These are uploaded onto Tapestry to allow you to the opportunity to revisit if needed. You can access Tapestry via the following link https://tapestryjournal.com/ or you can download it free of charge from the App Store.
In Foundation Stage, we follow the Little Wandle Letters and Sounds programme. Parents can find more information and watch useful videos about the Phonics programme we use at:
https://www.littlewandlelettersandsounds.org.uk/resources/for-parents/
In reception, we use a mastery approach to ensure that all children develop firm mathematical foundations in a way that is engaging, and appropriate for their age. Support materials linked to the Number blocks programmes have been designed to help Early Years practitioners draw out and build on the maths embedded in the stories contained in each episode. You can find out more information via:
https://www.ncetm.org.uk/in-the-classroom/early-years/
All children in Foundation Stage have access to Purple Mash. This is an award-winning website for children aged 5 to 11, packed with creative tools, educational games and themed resources. You access this via:
https://www.purplemash.com/sch/staugustinesls8
The Department for Education has published a guide for parents, ‘What to expect in the Early Years Foundation Stage’ (formerly ‘What to expect when’) which guides parents through what to expect in their child’s development. Please click on the link below to view document