Woodlands EYFS
A Little Peek Into Our Day!Today, the children confidently explored their learning environment, finding their own special places within the classroom. Through a variety of play-based activities, they developed both their fine motor skills and gross motor skills,building strength, coordination and control.The children worked together beautifully, learning how to form and nurture friendships through cooperative […]
Hedgehogs – outdoor exploration
Hedgehog class has had an exciting time exploring their new outdoor provision. They have played beautifully alongside one another, demonstrating parallel play skills and an enthusiasm for exploration.These experiences have aligned with several EYFS goals. One such example is physical development, with the outdoor environment supporting the development of both gross and fine motor skills […]
Hedgehogs – Go Go Pirate Boat 🏴☠️
Shiver me timbers! The children in Hedgehogs had a whale of a time exploring the world of Go Go Pirate Boat! 🏴☠️ They began by crafting their own pirate hats, developing their fine motor skills as they practised cutting with scissors, using tape, and adding glitter. This creative activity not only fostered expressive arts and […]
Woodlands – Shark in the Park 🦈
The children’s nautical themed activities were a resounding success, with one of the highlights being our “I spy” adventure, where they created their own telescopes using cardboard cups and tubes. Decorating their telescopes with colourful glitter allowed them to develop their expressive arts and design skills. It also encouraged fine motor development as they engaged […]
Hedgehogs – The Very Hungry Caterpillar 🐛
This week’s learning has centred around The Very Hungry Caterpillar 🐛, providing a wonderful opportunity for both imaginative play and skill development.The children got involved with a physical development activity where they wiggled like caterpillars and fluttered like butterflies 🦋 This supported their gross motor development as they explored different ways of moving, coordination, and […]
Keeping Cool in Hedgehogs 🦔
In Hedgehog Class, we have been keeping as cool and calm as possible during the heatwave. The children have enjoyed a range of soothing, sensory experiences such as ice filled tuff trays, painting, and outdoor play in shaded areas, all of which supported their self regulation and wellbeing. The children took part in a variety […]
Jelly on a Plate! 🍽️
Hedgehog class took part in a hands on jelly making experience, carefully following each step of the process with adult support. They listened to the instructions, helped to stir and pour the water, and worked together by sharing space and taking turns. This supported their communication and language development as they followed simple directions.The next […]
Woodlands – Bubbles, Blooms and Buses! 🚌
This week in Hedgehog Class, the children explored a rich variety of sensory, creative and mathematical activities that supported key areas of their early learning.The children loved exploring our tuff tray roads, moving vehicles around the drawn roads, bridges and parking spaces. They practised turn‑taking and shared the space with their friends.During our bubble‑blowing activity, […]
Garden Explorers 🐝🌷🪴
This week in Hedgehog Class we explored a beautiful flowers and bees theme through a range of hands‑on, imaginative activities. The children enjoyed cutting out flowers and playing with real flowers kindly donated by staff from their gardens. These activities supported their fine‑motor control, creative expression and ability to explore the natural world. During our […]
Jungle Toast 🦧
To celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s birthday and enrich our weekly jungle theme, the children explored animals, habitats, and nature through a series of sensory, hands‑on experiences. Making “jungle toast” was just one of our exciting activities. This supported fine‑motor development as they spread chocolate and arranged fruit. Working together and sharing ingredients nurtured their personal, […]