With hoods up and wellie boots on, Kindergarten One enjoyed a fun-filled morning at Peacock Lodge, making the most of the rainy weather. From splashing in puddles on the walk there to engaging in even more water play on arrival, there was plenty of excitement and laughter to be had. For those who preferred to stay a little drier, sand and playdough exploration under the gazebo provided the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and creative play.
At Forest School, the children listened to Winnie the Pooh and Ten Busy Bees, a repetitive counting story that introduces repeated language patterns and supports early number recognition. Following the story, they created their own fingerprint bees, carefully dipping their fingers into yellow and black paint to make colourful bee pictures. The children were fascinated by the bees they spotted among the wildflowers, watching them busily buzz from flower to flower collecting nectar. Back at the mud kitchen, the bee-themed fun continued as they concocted imaginative recipes, from ‘nectar soup’ to ‘honey loaf’.
Reception have been learning all about different minibeasts during the Summer Term. This week, they listened to the story Bog Baby, in which two sisters discover a magical creature while fishing in a pond. The story encourages children to appreciate wildlife in its natural habitat and highlights the importance of caring for living things. Inspired by the story, the children designed their own imaginative creatures and the habitats they might live in. Some chose to draw detailed pictures, while others used playdough and natural materials to create wonderful 3D models.
The start of this week also marked World Ocean Day. Kindergarten Two listened to the story Clean Up!, which promotes the importance of working together to keep our beaches and oceans free from pollution. The children created their own sea creatures using playdough and collaborated to colour a large ocean-themed picture, sparking conversations about how we can all help protect marine environments. To reinforce their learning, they also made shell bracelets to remind them of the important role we all play in caring for our oceans.
These engaging learning experiences help our children develop a strong sense of stewardship, encouraging them to work together to care for the world around them and to understand the importance of protecting it for future generations.
