Nursery News: All About Me – Week 3!

Date: 2nd Oct 2024 @ 7:23pm

What an exciting week we’ve had in Nursery! As we continue with our "All About Me" theme, we’ve noticed our new friends becoming more settled, confident, and adventurous in their learning. It’s been wonderful to see friendships deepening and the children becoming more comfortable in their surroundings. This week, our focus has been on exploring our closest family connections and discovering more about the world around us, especially as we welcome the beautiful season of autumn.

Learning About Our Families

In circle time, we’ve spent the week talking about our families—who lives in our homes, what we like to do together, and how our families are all different but equally special. The children loved sharing family photos and stories, and it was a great opportunity to develop their Communication and Language skills, as they practiced speaking confidently and listening to their friends. These discussions also tied into Personal, Social and Emotional Development, as they help children understand their own identity and the important role family plays in their lives.

Exploring Autumn

As part of our Understanding the World focus, we turned our attention to the changing seasons, and this week was all about autumn! We’ve been observing how the leaves are changing colours, the weather is becoming cooler, and the world around us is transforming. During outdoor play, we collected leaves, pinecones, and twigs, sparking conversations about nature and how the world works. This exploration encouraged the children to use their senses to engage with the environment around them.

Creating Autumn Sun Catchers

In a burst of creativity, the children made beautiful autumn sun catchers using collage materials. Inspired by the vibrant reds, oranges, yellows, and browns of autumn leaves, the children selected materials to represent the season. This artistic activity not only allowed them to express their creativity but also supported their Physical Development by helping them refine their fine motor skills as they cut, glued, and arranged the different pieces. Their sun catchers now brighten our classroom windows, reflecting the beauty of autumn inside!

Maths Through Music: Nursery Rhymes and Numbers

In maths this week, we’ve been securing our understanding of numbers through the magic of nursery rhymes. The children had so much fun singing “The Ants Go Marching” and other number rhymes like “Five Little Ducks” and “Ten in the Bed.” These songs are a fantastic way to support Mathematical Development as they help the children practice counting forwards and backwards. By acting out the songs with props and fingers, they also engaged their bodies in learning, making the experience more memorable.

Looking Ahead

As we move into next week, we’ll continue deepening our understanding of ourselves and the world. We’ll explore more about the people we love, extend our knowledge of autumn, and introduce new activities that challenge and inspire the children. It’s a joy to see how much progress they’ve made as individuals and as a group, and we can’t wait to see what new adventures await us in Week 4!

Thank you for all your support at home—it’s been wonderful to hear the children share their nursery experiences with such enthusiasm.