Reception 2025 - 2026
Miss Stritch
Reception Teacher
Welcome to Reception at Middleforth C of E Primary School
Welcome to our Reception class at Middleforth C of E Primary School. My name is Miss Stritch and I am the Reception Class Teacher and EYFS Lead. I am supported by our wonderful team, Mrs Makepeace and Miss Monk. Together, we create a nurturing, child-centred environment where every decision we make has the children at the heart of it.
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The Learning Environment
We are incredibly proud of our calm, caring and purposeful learning environment. We want every child to feel safe, happy and confident from the moment they start with us. Our classroom is a welcoming space where children are encouraged to explore, develop independence and build positive relationships with both adults and their peers.
In Reception, children learn through a balance of child-initiated play and carefully planned adult-led experiences. Our indoor and outdoor environments are thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, develop independence and support all areas of learning across the Early Years Foundation Stage. We encourage children to explore, investigate and take risks in their learning, helping them to become confident and motivated learners.
One of the most special aspects of our Reception provision is our large outdoor space. We offer free-flow access throughout the entire day, whatever the weather, allowing children to move seamlessly between indoor and outdoor learning. This provides endless opportunities for exploration, physical development, creativity and curiosity, ensuring children can learn in a way that suits them best.
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Our Curriculum
At Middleforth, we deliver a carefully designed, bespoke curriculum which builds progressively from our Nursery provision. Learning is thoughtfully planned to ensure children develop knowledge and skills across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage, preparing them confidently for the next stage of their education.
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Knowing Every Child
Each child in our class is allocated a Key Worker who builds a strong relationship with them and truly understands their individual needs, interests and next steps. We carefully monitor each child’s progress through half-termly assessments using our bespoke progression document. This has been thoughtfully created using Lancashire’s EYFS Progression of Skills, alongside Development Matters and Birth to 5 Matters. It breaks learning down into small, manageable steps across all areas, allowing staff to closely track progress and plan meaningful next steps with confidence and care.
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Working in Partnership with Families
We believe that strong partnerships between home and school are key to supporting your child’s development. We are committed to working closely with families, keeping you informed and involved in your child’s learning journey. We welcome open communication and are always here to offer support, answer questions and celebrate your child’s achievements with you. At Middleforth we use DOJO as our comminication platform.
Our experienced EYFS team is passionate about giving every child the very best start to their school journey. We are committed to providing high-quality interactions, supporting children’s development and celebrating every achievement, no matter how big or small.
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