Welcome to Reception
We are delighted to welcome you and your child to Oakfield Community Primary & Nursery School and we hope that you are as excited about joining us in September as we are of meeting with you. Below are some information guides and a presentation which we show new reception starter parents during the summer term and invite everyone in to meet the team.
In the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any queries.
Reception
School day for a Reception child: 8.40 a.m. - 3.10 p.m.
The Reception classroom doors open at 8:40 a.m. each day. On arrival, all children are offered breakfast bagels and enjoy a calm, welcoming start to the day before registration begins at 8:55 a.m.
We have carefully considered the needs of our children and recognise the benefits of a gentle transition into the school day to help them feel settled and ready to learn. In consultation with our families, we have also adjusted our start times to support those with siblings in other year groups, enabling a smoother drop-off across all key stages.
Curriculum
Our Early Years Curriculum is taught through a ‘hands on’ practical approach, embracing and encouraging the children’s interests. The children learn through purposeful play, using a range of resources that ignites curiosity and generates an enthusiasm for learning.
What your child will need
Uniform
Grey skirt, trousers, shorts or dresses.
Light blue polo shirt.
Navy blue sweatshirt or cardigan.
All black footwear
Note: stud earring only
Hair needs to be always tied back
Additional items:
Water bottle
School bag
Coat (as we learn outside in all weather)
P.E kit
Indoor P.E. kit:
White/Black T-shirt
Black shorts
Black pumps
Outdoor P.E kit:
Black track suit
White/Black T-shirt
Training shoes
Snack
We are part of the school pledge for a Healthier and Active Future. Each day the children have access to different fruit and vegetable. There is no need to send an additional snack into school with your child.