Reception
🌟 Welcome to Reception!
My name is Miss Barnes and I am delighted to be your child's class teacher!
Starting school is a very exciting milestone, and we are delighted to welcome your child to the St Michael & All Angels family. ❤️
📖 Please click on the presentation below, which contains everything you need to know about life in Reception at St Michael's from September 2026. It is packed with useful information about routines, expectations, learning and how we work together to give your child the very best start to their school journey.
2026 2027 Reception Class Information
🎒 Getting Ready for School
To help make the transition into Reception as smooth and positive as possible, we have included a selection of free, practical online resources for parents and carers.
🌈 Helping Your Child Feel Confident
Below, you will find: ✅ Simple activities to enjoy together at home
✅ Helpful advice and tips for starting school
✅ Guidance on key skills that support independence
✅ Information about daily routines and expectations
✅ Ideas to build confidence, resilience and excitement about learning
🚀 Ready for an Amazing Adventure!
These resources are designed to help your child feel happy, confident and ready for their first days in school as they begin the wonderful adventure of primary education.
We cannot wait to see our Reception children grow, learn and flourish as they become part of our curious, caring and compassionate school community. 💙✨
Click on the links below which will provide further guidance:
Reception Curriculum Expectations
Phonics
Phase 2 sounds taught in Reception Autumn 1
Phase 2 sounds taught in Reception Autumn 2
Phase 3 sounds taught in Reception Spring 1
Our Classroom
Tapestry
Tapestry is a system we use to share children's learning with parents/carers in Pre-School and Reception. We take photos of children learning and link them to statements from a document called Development Matters. We will also use Tapestry to inform parents/carers of the next steps in their child's learning.
You can download the app called 'Tapestry Online Learning Journal' or access it via your internet browser at https://tapestry.info and create a parent/carer account.
Families are able to upload pictures of their child at home, at the park, in the woods or at the beach, at family celebrations, using technology, singing, dancing or playing imaginatively, as well as their independent work such as drawings, writing and number work.
Parents/carers will receive an activation email to create their login details.
If you need any help or assistance logging in or have any questions about Tapestry please contact Miss Barnes.
