EYFS 2025 - 2026

Welcome to Foundation Stage!

Welcome back for the final half term of the school year!

This half term is always full of exciting learning opportunities, celebrations, and transition activities as we help prepare the children for their next adventure. We will continue to encourage the children to become confident, independent learners while ensuring there is plenty of fun and enjoyment along the way.

For our final theme of the year, we will be exploring Animals Around the World! This exciting topic will give the children the opportunity to learn about different cultures, climates, and habitats across the globe, as well as the fascinating animals that live within them.

Our journey will begin on the farm, where we will learn about farm animals and their environments. We will then dive beneath the waves to discover amazing sea creatures before heading into the jungle to explore the wonderful world of jungle animals.

To support and inspire our learning, we will be sharing a selection of stories by Julia Donaldson, including What the Ladybird Heard, Tiddler, and The Ugly Five. These engaging texts will help spark the children's curiosity, creativity, and imagination throughout the topic.

We are looking forward to a fantastic final half term filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and celebration as we make the most of our last weeks together this year.

Here are a few important reminders to help each school day run smoothly:

• Please ensure your child brings a water bottle to school every day.
• Book bags should also be brought to school daily, as they are essential for reading books and school communications.
• We kindly ask that you read with your child every night, as regular reading at home makes a significant difference to their confidence and progress.

Finally, we are always happy to answer quick questions at the classroom door. However, if you have something more in depth you would like to discuss, please ring the school office to arrange a suitable time for a longer conversation. This helps ensure we can give your query the time and attention it deserves.

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to a positive and productive final half term together!

The EYFS Team.