{"id":7139,"date":"2026-05-05T07:58:50","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T06:58:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/?page_id=7139"},"modified":"2026-05-05T07:58:50","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T06:58:50","slug":"ash-class-25-26-autumn-term","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/?page_id=7139","title":{"rendered":"Ash Class 25-26 &#8211; Autumn Term"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:clamp(28.366px, 1.773rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 1.612), 49px);\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Ash Class &#8211; Autumn<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:clamp(23.043px, 1.44rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 1.169), 38px);px;line-height:1.4\">There is lots of exciting learning happening in Ash Class this term. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-995f960e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:clamp(21.027px, 1.314rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 1.014), 34px);\">English: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.313), 18px);px\">In English, we will enjoying the story books Paper Dolls and Owl Babies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-995f960e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paper-Dolls.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"342\" height=\"429\" src=\"http:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paper-Dolls.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6505\" style=\"width:155px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paper-Dolls.jpg 342w, https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paper-Dolls-239x300.jpg 239w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 342px) 100vw, 342px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Owl-Babies.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"342\" height=\"282\" src=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Owl-Babies.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6508\" style=\"width:220px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Owl-Babies.jpg 342w, https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Owl-Babies-300x247.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 342px) 100vw, 342px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.313), 18px);px\">We will explore the characters and the relationships that exist within the stories. Throughout each week, we will look at different aspects such as prediction and sequencing events, describing characters, respond imaginatively to the story, making posters and writing labels\/captions and writing simple sentences.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:clamp(21.027px, 1.314rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 1.014), 34px);\">Mathematics: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.313), 18px);\">In mathematics, this term in Reception, children will begin to explore early mathematical ideas through play, stories, songs, and practical activities. The focus will be on developing a strong foundation in number and pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Match, Sort &amp; Compare<\/strong> \u2013 noticing similarities and differences, grouping objects, and beginning to compare amounts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Representing Numbers to 5<\/strong> \u2013 recognising numbers in different ways (objects, fingers, marks) and beginning to subitise (see small amounts without counting).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Comparing &amp; Ordering<\/strong> \u2013 using language such as \u201cmore than,\u201d \u201cfewer than,\u201d and \u201cthe same as.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exploring Shape &amp; Pattern<\/strong> \u2013 recognising and describing simple shapes and spotting patterns in the environment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Positional Language<\/strong> \u2013 using words like \u201cin,\u201d \u201con,\u201d \u201cunder,\u201d \u201cnext to,\u201d and \u201cbehind.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Introducing Zero<\/strong> \u2013 understanding the concept of nothing\/zero.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>One More &amp; One Less<\/strong> \u2013 beginning to see how numbers grow and shrink by one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.313), 18px);\">The emphasis is on building confidence, enjoyment, and curiosity with numbers and shapes in everyday life, helping children to become enthusiastic and secure early mathematicians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.313), 18px);\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull has-text-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-995f960e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"color:#000000;background-color:#ffffff\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#08a635;font-size:clamp(15.747px, 0.984rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.645), 24px);line-height:1.3\"><strong>Science <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This term in Reception, children will be learning about <strong>Our Body, Health and Safety, and Seasons and Weather<\/strong>. They will explore how to look after themselves by eating well, keeping active, and staying safe. The children will also discover the changes that happen in the natural world as the seasons change, observing weather patterns and talking about how these affect what we wear and do. These topics help children to develop an early understanding of healthy lifestyles and the world around them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1bbe75;font-size:clamp(15.747px, 0.984rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.645), 24px);line-height:1.3\"><strong>Physical Education<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In P.E. this term, children will focus on developing their fundamental movement and gross motor skills. They will take part in a range of activities including multi-sports, dance, and throwing and catching games, which will help to build their coordination, balance, and confidence in moving their bodies in different ways.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:clamp(15.747px, 0.984rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.645), 24px);line-height:1.3\"><strong>R.E <\/strong>&#8211; Why do Christians perform Nativity plays at Christmas?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In RE, we will be asking: <em>Why do Christians perform Nativity plays at Christmas?<\/em> The children will learn that Christians tell the story of Jesus being born at Christmas. Acting out the Nativity helps Christians remember and celebrate this special story every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Nativity.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"287\" height=\"175\" src=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Nativity.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6506\" style=\"width:208px;height:116px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull has-text-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-995f960e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"color:#000000;background-color:#ffffff\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1813b2;font-size:clamp(15.747px, 0.984rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.645), 24px);line-height:1.3\">French &#8211; Under the Sea and In the Jungle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This term, the children will enjoy learning French through the Language Angels programme. They will explore traditional French nursery rhymes and songs, helping them to develop early language skills in a fun and engaging way. Singing and joining in with actions will build their confidence, introduce them to new sounds, and spark an interest in other languages and cultures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Language-Angels.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Language-Angels-1024x577.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4918\" style=\"width:255px;height:144px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Language-Angels-1024x577.png 1024w, https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Language-Angels-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Language-Angels-768x433.png 768w, https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Language-Angels-1200x677.png 1200w, https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Language-Angels.png 1202w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#d60fab;font-size:clamp(15.747px, 0.984rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.645), 24px);line-height:1.3\"><strong>PSHE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In PSHE this term, children will be learning about Friendship and Family and Safe Relationships. They will explore what makes a good friend, the importance of kindness, and how families can be similar or different but are always special. The children will also begin to understand how to keep themselves safe, including learning about trusted adults they can talk to if they need help. These units help to build children\u2019s confidence, wellbeing and understanding of positive relationships.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#b917e1;font-size:clamp(15.747px, 0.984rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.645), 24px);line-height:1.3\"><strong>Music <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In music this term, the children will take part in the Sing Up programme. They will enjoy learning and performing songs such as <em>I\u2019ve Got a Grumpy Face<\/em> and <em>Row, Row, Row Your Boat<\/em>, helping them to explore rhythm, pitch, and expression through singing and actions. They will also listen to and respond to the orchestral piece <em>The Sorcerer\u2019s Apprentice<\/em>, developing their listening skills and imagination as they experience music from a different style and tradition.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull has-text-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-995f960e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"color:#000000;background-color:#ffffff\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#ca1010;font-size:clamp(15.747px, 0.984rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.645), 24px);line-height:1.3\"><strong>Computing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Computing this term, children will be developing their mouse and trackpad skills, learning how to control and use them to move objects on a screen and complete simple tasks. They will also be introduced to robots, exploring how they work and following simple instructions to make them move. These activities help children to build early digital skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence in using technology safely and purposefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#d66a06;font-size:clamp(15.747px, 0.984rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.645), 24px);line-height:1.3\"><strong>Design and Technology <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Textiles, children will explore their creativity by making Fabric Faces and sock puppets, learning to join and decorate materials while developing fine motor skills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Mechanical Systems, they will design and create birds with moving parts, such as owls, discovering how simple mechanisms can make their creations move. These activities encourage imagination, problem-solving, and hands-on learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#59ebbf;font-size:clamp(15.747px, 0.984rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.645), 24px);line-height:1.3\"><strong>Art and Design<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Art this term, children will be inspired by Giuseppe Arcimboldo, exploring how objects can be used to create imaginative portraits. They will also focus on drawing and painting self-portraits, learning to observe and represent themselves creatively. Through the colour wheel and colour mixing, children will experiment with combining colours, including activities inspired by <em>The Colour Monster<\/em>, to understand how colours can express feelings and ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/guiseppearcimboldovertumnus.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"985\" src=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/guiseppearcimboldovertumnus.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6507\" style=\"width:144px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/guiseppearcimboldovertumnus.jpg 800w, https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/guiseppearcimboldovertumnus-244x300.jpg 244w, https:\/\/linby.snmat.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/guiseppearcimboldovertumnus-768x946.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ash Class &#8211; Autumn There is lots of exciting learning happening in Ash Class this term. 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