Welcome to Templewood School Purpose of this

Welcome to Templewood School

Purpose of this Meeting n Introduce you to Templewood School n Provide Information n Answering Questions n Gathering Information n Discuss Important Issues

Meet the Team Co-Headteachers Miss Angharad Morris & Mrs Krista Toal Deputy Head Mrs Krista Toal SENCo Mrs Rachel Howes EYFS & KS 1 Leader Mrs Krista Toal Nursery Teacher Mrs Fiona Mason Reception Teacher Miss Melissa Morris EYP & Keyworker Mrs Dee Debaere EYP & Keyworker Mrs Rachel Marshall LSA (Mornings) Mrs Tanya Thomas LSA (Afternoons) TBC Office Manager Ms Jackie Halsey Admin Assistant Mrs Karen Brennan

On Entering Templewood n Good Start n Working together n Trust and understanding n Open lines of communication n Parental expectations n Patience

The Early Years Foundation Stage n n n The EYFS document combines Early Years and Foundation Stage. This creates a national curriculum for children aged 5 and under. The EYFS Curriculum is divided into seven areas of learning. All areas of learning and development are important and inter -connected. There are three prime areas that are particularly crucial for igniting children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, and for building their capacity to learn, form relationships and thrive. We also support children in four specific areas, through which the three prime areas are strengthened and applied.

Areas of Learning n n The prime areas are: q Communication and Language q Physical Development q Personal Social and Emotional Development The specific areas are: q Literacy q Mathematics q Understanding of the world q Expressive Art and Design

Ways of Learning n n n In the EYFS children learn by: q Playing and Exploring q Being Active q Creative and Critical Thinking Learning takes place both indoors and outdoors. All the curriculum areas are developed through planned, purposeful play, with a balance of adult led and child initiated activities. Children’s existing skills and interests are built upon in order to help them learn. Activities are pitched at the children’s levels of development enabling them to learn and succeed at a rate suitable to each individual.

Inclusion n At Templewood we value the individuality of all of our children. We are committed to giving all of our children every opportunity to achieve the highest of standards. We do this by taking account of pupils’ varied life experiences and needs. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum and have high expectations for all children. The achievements, attitudes and well-being of all our children matter. At our school we ensure that this school promotes the individuality of all our children, irrespective of ethnicity, attainment, age, disability, gender or background.

Templewood School Association n n We have a fantastic PTA, which organises a wide range of social events throughout the year to raise essential funds for the school. These include events like a Wild Food Night, Christmas Party, Summer Party, Film Night and Quiz Night. Funds have been used to buy many different resources, from computers, library books and hall staging to netball kit, We are always delighted to welcome new people, and there are lots of parents offering a little of their time to make the events a great success. Meetings take place at the school, during the evening, a few times a year, so do look in the newsletter or speak to Amanda at school We look forward to seeing you at future events.

Information n Partnership Booklets- are aimed at providing a home- school link to ensure that a common approach can be used with the children. Starting School Booklet- this booklet has been designed help you and your child settle into Templewood. Ordering Uniform- Order forms are in you pack and are also available from the school office.

Questions ?