EYFS Curriculum
In EYFS, effective pedagogy is a mix of different approaches. Children learn through play, by adults modelling, by observing each other, and through guided learning and direct teaching.
Our EYFS practitioners carefully organise enabling environments for high-quality play.
Our children in the early years also learn through group work, when practitioners guide their learning.
A well-planned learning environment, indoors and outside, is an important aspect of our pedagogy here at St. Cecilia’s Catholic Primary School.
Outdoor Learning in Reception:
Starting in Reception
Starting school can be a bit scary for your little one, watch this clip together as Topsy and Tim talk about their first day at school and explain why there's nothing to worry about. Click on the link below to watch this video.
School Readiness
Helping your child feel ready for school is a team effort — everything you do at home, alongside the care and learning they receive in childcare and early years education play a big part.
From chatting and reading together to encouraging independent skills like dressing or tidying up, all the little things you do each day help your child grow in confidence and curiosity. These simple moments build the foundation they need to start Reception.
Last updated: May, 2026. Taken from: https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/school-readiness/
More information and guidance to support your child starting Reception can be found on: https://startingreception.co.uk/
More supportive documents can be found by clicking on the links below:
Toothbrushing Guide
https://startingreception.co.uk/toothbrushing/
Potty Training Guide
https://startingreception.co.uk/potty-training/
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Parents and carers |
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School websites |
Explore your child’s school website. You will be able to find information about usual daily routines, curriculum and school uniforms. You will also be able to find contact details for the school here should you need them. |
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Visit the school |
Take a walk or drive to the school. Exploring the route and talking to children about where the school is and who will be taking them there each day can really help them to understand and start to get excited about it. |
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Talk about change |
For some children, starting school can be a very worrying and frightening time. Talk to your child about times when things have changed, if you have ever moved house, for example, or when they first went to a friend or relative's house. Some children will need lots of reassurance that this is a new experience but an exciting one. |
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Online resources |
There are lots of lovely resources available online to support you and your child as you prepare for reception. CBBC is a great place to find videos, stories and activities about starting school: https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/watch/topsy-tim-top-tips-school?collection=starting-school-curation |
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Support independence |
Encourage your child to start doing things for themselves as much as possible. If your child can use the toilet, wash their hands, wipe their nose and put on their own coat and shoes by themselves, this will be a great help to them as they start school and become more independent. |