Learn from yesterday, seek today and aim for tomorrow
“There are high expectations for all pupils. Pupils’ attendance is high. Pupils’ conduct in and around school is exemplary.”
“Parents and carers are committed to the school. They are overwhelmingly positive about the impact the school has on their children.” “Pupils thrive in a carefully developed, nurturing environment.” “Pupils have an appetite for learning.”
“All decisions at Cayton are taken with the pupils’ best interests at their centre.” Ofsted November 2024
IMPORTANT: Please note that we are a nut-aware school. Nuts should not be brought into the building due to allergies.
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Ladybirds
Welcome
🌈 Welcome to the EYFS Class Page!
Welcome to Early Years at Cayton School! Your teachers this year are Mrs Oliver and Ms Forrest, and we’re so excited to be starting this learning journey with you and your child.
In EYFS, our aim is to create a warm, caring, and stimulating environment where every child develops a lifelong love of learning. We believe that the early years are a magical time — full of curiosity, discovery, and joy — and we’re dedicated to ensuring your child gets the very best start to their educational journey.
Through play, exploration, and meaningful experiences, we help children build the skills and confidence they need to become independent, enthusiastic, and resilient learners. Every activity is carefully planned around the children’s interests, ensuring that they are truly at the heart of everything we do.
We can’t wait to see how each child grows, learns, and shines throughout the year. It’s going to be a wonderful adventure, and we’re so looking forward to sharing every special moment with you! 🌟
Year overview
Autumn 1
Autumn 2
Spring 1
Spring 2
Summer 1
Summer 2
What are we learning about?
Let's Celebrate!
🌟 Welcome to Ladybird Class! 🌟
Over the next seven weeks, our Ladybird Class will be buzzing with excitement as we explore the wonderful themes of Autumn, Bonfire Night, and Christmas. Each week will bring new opportunities for curiosity, creativity, and discovery as we learn through play, stories, and hands-on experiences.
We’ll dive into a selection of much-loved books, including Look Up, Owl Babies, and The Christmas Story, which will spark meaningful conversations, imaginative play, and early literacy development. Along the way, we’ll also enjoy exploring our special Christmas Basket, filled with festive poems, songs, and sensory activities to bring the season to life.
Our focus this term will be on supporting and extending the children’s:
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Communication and Language – developing listening, understanding, and expressive skills through stories, songs, and conversations.
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Physical Development – building both gross and fine motor skills through outdoor play, movement, and creative activities.
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Literacy Skills – encouraging a love of reading and early mark-making through engaging texts and purposeful writing opportunities.
Of course, we’ll continue to nurture learning across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage, ensuring that every child feels confident, curious, and ready to explore the world around them.
We can’t wait to share this exciting half term of learning, laughter, and festive fun with you and your children! 🎄🍂✨
OUR WEEK
Wednesday: PE (bags stay in school and are sent home when necessary)
Friday: PE and School Library day
Please can full PE kits be in School the first week back.
Book bags must be sent into school each day. Children's reading books will be change on a Wednesday.
🎄✨ Important Dates – Autumn Term 2 ✨🎄
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in EYFS! Here are the key dates to pop on your calendar as we head into a festive and fun-filled half term:
📅 Monday 3rd November – School Reopens
Welcome back to a brand-new half term of learning, laughter, and festive fun!
🔤 Monday 10th November, 3:30pm – Phonics Meeting for Parents
Join us to find out how we teach phonics and how you can support your child’s early reading at home.
🎁 Monday 8th December, from 1:30pm – EYFS Christmas Afternoon
Come and enjoy an afternoon of festive fun, songs, and activities with the children.
🎄 Tuesday 16th December – School Christmas Fair
A lovely opportunity to get into the Christmas spirit and support our school community.
🍽️ Wednesday 17th December – Christmas Dinner Day
Children can enjoy a delicious festive lunch together – don’t forget your Christmas jumpers!
🎉 Thursday 18th December – Class Christmas Party
A fun-filled day of games, music, and celebration with friends!
🎭 Friday 19th December – Christmas Pantomime
A magical end to the term – oh yes it is!
🏫 Friday 19th December – School Closes for the Christmas Holidays
🎅 Tuesday 6th January 2026 – School Reopens for the Spring Term
We can’t wait to welcome everyone back, ready for more exciting learning adventures!
Star of the day!!
Each day two children will be chosen to be our Star of the Day. This will be for a child who has tried hard all day and has been helpful and kind to others. At the end of the day their will be a chance to be Star of the Week.
These are motivational awards that the children respond well too. They will receive a special sticker and a small treat.
Topics and Themes:
Autumn 1 - Marvelous Me!
Autumn 2 - Let's Celebrate!
Spring 1- On the Move!
Spring 2- My Local Area!
Summer 1 -Growing!
Summer 2 - The World Around Us!
Cooking:
Children will have the opportunity to cook and bake over this half term. We ask for a voluntary contribution of £2.00 to cover the cost of cooking and other materials that we will need in Reception such as ingredients for playdough.
Early Years Pedagogical approach
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Please find below the guides and information for the Reception Baseline Assessment.