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Early Years Foundation Stage

The Early Years Foundation Stage team leader at Gateford Park is Jo Green.

 

Other team members are:

Alison Spencer (FS1 Teacher)

Xephni Butler (FS1 Teaching Assistant)
Lyndsay Hale (FS2 Teaching Assistant)
Jeanette Mills (FS1/FS2 Teaching Assistant)


In the Foundation Stage there are seven areas of learning which are;
  • Personal, Social and Emotional Development
  • Communication and Language,
  • Physical Development
  • Literacy
  • Mathematics
  • Understanding the World
  • Expressive Arts and Design
 

Play in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

 

At Gateford Park Primary School, we believe that play is the foundation of learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Through play, children explore their environment, develop social skills, and engage their creativity. Our approach fosters a safe, stimulating atmosphere where children can learn through hands-on experiences, experimentation, and imaginative activities.

 

In our EYFS classrooms play is not just fun; it’s a vital part of development. Children are encouraged to engage in both structured and unstructured play, allowing them to follow their interests and learn at their own pace. Our dedicated team facilitates various play opportunities—whether in the classroom, outdoor areas, or creative spaces—encouraging collaboration, communication, and critical thinking.

 

We integrate play-based learning across all areas of the curriculum, helping children to develop key skills in literacy, numeracy, and emotional intelligence. By using play as a tool for exploration, we nurture a lifelong love of learning and empower each child to thrive as an individual

 

In both FS1 and FS2 we use Class Dojo to share regular updates about what we are learning as a class, photographs of what we have been up to and direct messages sharing any 'wow' moments. We also hold parents evenings during Autumn and Spring term and each child will recieve an annual report in Summer term. 

 

If you have any questions or concerns at any time, please get in touch with Mrs Spencer or Mrs Green and they will be happy to make time for a chat.

For more information on our new FS1 nursery please click the link below:

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