Welcome to Team Starfish!

We are a Nursery class where we learn through play, exploration and hands-on experiences. Our teachers are Mrs Hemming and Mrs Rendle. Our teaching assistants are Miss Knight and Miss Rogers.

Mrs Hemming

Mrs Rendle

Miss Rogers

Our Learning

Our learning is based around exciting themes and big questions, adapted to suit younger children. These include:
• Who am I?
• What can I see in the world around me?
• How do things grow?
• What animals do I know?
• What makes me special?
• How can we help each other?

Children explore these ideas through play-based learning, stories, songs, outdoor exploration, and adult-guided activities. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), you can find more information here Early years foundation stage

Daily Learning Experiences

In Nursery, children will:
• Play and explore in different areas
• Build early language skills
• Begin early phonics through songs and rhymes
• Explore early maths through counting and sorting
• Develop independence
• Learn to make friends and share

Physical Development

We encourage active play every day through outdoor play and simple PE sessions.

Greenfingers

We explore our outdoor area, learn about nature, and enjoy planting and growing.

Stories & Early Reading

We share stories daily and encourage children to enjoy books at school and at home.

Class Organisation

Nursery children have access to their own class toilets to support independence and confidence in their daily routines. Each child also has their own tray to help them organise and store their belongings safely.

Home Learning

Families can support learning by reading together, talking about the day, and encouraging independence.

Our Aim

We aim for every child to feel happy, confident, and ready for the next step into Reception.