Every day we count how many friends we have in nursery. Working together we have to try and find the correct number to put on the board. The children in the 2’s are developing their numeracy skills through this activity and are demonstrating could number recognition and counting skills. Counting and pointing out numbers is a good way of developing early numeracy skills. Examples of activities in daily life are counting the number of stairs, pointing out the numbers on the bus, using your fingers to touch count. Numbers are all around us.

The morning boys have been taking advantage of the large grassed area in the school grounds to master their football skills. Smith and Isaac are demonstrating good ball control, passing skills and there use of language. We could be looking at football stars of the future.

Mark making helps children to develop many different concepts and skills accross different curriculum areas. Through mark making children are expressing their thoughts feelings and ideas as well as showing creativity and imagination🖍📝🖋

The Benefits of Messy Play

Messy Play

* fosters curiosity, imagination and exploration.

* encourages communication and language development.

* supports concentration and nurtures future skills.

* promotes physical development.

* supports independent play.