Reception Spring 1

Mount Carmel
Catholic School

RECEPTION - spring 1

The Power of Learning

'I have come so that they may have life and have it to the full.'
Mark 10:10

Mount Carmel Values

Our aim is for every child to leave here an Ambassador of Christ.
Our values are deeply rooted in the high expectations that we have of each child in the school. Our Values permeate across the school through children's learning, friendships, behaviour and leadership.
Our values come from the Church.

C - consideration
H - helpfulness
U - unity
R - respect
C - commitment
H - honesty

Our British Values

Our children learn about our British Values through 5 areas. These are discussed at whole school liturgies and during lunch times. We are committed to serving our community, with the strong belief that we are one school for all.

Our Power Values

Our aim is for every child to leave with the power to make a positive change in the world. Through our subjects there are five themes that we believe are integral with teaching children how to become powerful adults.

We ensure that these themes run through our subjects. Children learn about 5 areas of power - Education, Religion, Resources, People and Legacy.

The Power of Learning

EYFS - Statutory Framework

I can conduct a simple back and forth conversation, paying attention to peer/adult and responding appropriately.
I can show attentive listening skills at input times e.g. during Phonics, and I am quick to act on instructions.
I can ask questions when I don’t know what the word means.
I can discuss which category a word is in, for example: 'a vet helps animals get better. It is a bit like a doctor for people'.
I can use non-fiction books to extend my knowledge of the world and to illustrate a current topic.
Uses Language to imagine and recreate roles and experiences within play situations.

Communication and Language

Key Vocabulary

Weather, season, changes
cold, icey, frozen, hibernate, bare

profession, hero, job, career

Examples of learning that will take place this half term include:

Children will use language in their own play situations, such as role playing being a doctor/patient. Have opportunities to dress up in uniforms, walkie-talkie play, small world play.

Children will go on a winter environment walk, discussing changes they see/feel and weather patterns.

The Power of Learning

EYFS - Statutory Framework

I can identify strategies for staying calm even when I’m frustrated.
I can recognise when a peer is upset or cross.
I can talk about the role of the dentist, what happens when you go to the dentist and why it is important to have your teeth checked.
I can talk about sensible amount of 'screen time'.
I can talk about my work and play, and show perseverance by reflecting and self-evaluating my work.
I can wait with increased patience.
I can make some close friendships and seek out these friends to initiate play.
I can show kindness towards others by helping, listening and supporting them.
I can join in with a group of children who are playing and listen to their viewpoints and suggestions.

PSED

Key Vocabulary

support
healthy
oral health, teeth, dentist

Children will explore oral health, how we can look after our teeth and the importance of maintaining oral hygiene. Explore why we have teeth and how we brush our teeth correctly.

Talk about who helps us everyday. Children will have opportunities to discuss times they have had to visit a doctor or a dentist.

Role play visiting the doctors.

Make badges to wear for being helpful – ask children to pick who wears them.