Croeso i Dosbarth Wiwer
We are so excited to welcome all of our children and families to Dosbarth Wiwer for a wonderful new school year. We have an exciting year ahead, filled with learning, laughter, new friendships and unforgettable memories.
Your class teacher is Mrs Jones and our teaching assistants are Miss Scandariato, Mrs Jones and Miss Owen. Together, we are looking forward to supporting every child as they grow in confidence, independence and curiosity throughout the year.
Important Information
Reading Books and Book Bags
Book bags should be brought into school every Monday. Children will have opportunities to read throughout the week, and new books will be allocated and sent home to share with families.
P.E.
Our P.E. day is Tuesday. Children should come to school dressed in their P.E. kit, which includes:
· Black shorts, leggings or joggers
· A white polo shirt
· Trainers or pumps
Forest School
Our Forest School sessions will take place every Wednesday until the Christmas break.
Reception and Year 1 children will attend on alternate weeks, but we ask that all children come to school dressed in their Forest School clothing each Wednesday. Please ensure that these are clothes that you are happy for your child to get muddy and messy in!
For safety and comfort, children should wear:
· Long-sleeved tops
· Long trousers or leggings
· Weather-appropriate clothing
· Wellies (either worn to school or kept at Forest School)
As we move into the autumn and winter months, please make sure children have suitable clothing for the weather. We love spending time outdoors and enjoy exploring in all seasons and weather conditions.
Our Learning Journey
We have so many exciting learning opportunities planned throughout the year.
We begin with our No Outsiders topic, where children will explore what makes themselves and others special and unique. Through stories, discussions and creative activities, they will develop
an understanding of acceptance, inclusion and celebrating differences. Children will learn about different family structures, communities and the places where they live.
This topic provides many wonderful opportunities for creative learning, including:
· Mixing and matching skin tones
· Drawing and painting family portraits
· Designing and creating homes
· Exploring personal timelines from babyhood to the present day
At Dosbarth Wiwer, we are passionate about developing a love of language, storytelling and writing. Through our Drawing Club and Curious Quests sessions, children will become immersed in a wide range of high-quality books rich in language and vocabulary that inspire curiosity and imagination.
One of our favourite parts of learning is drawing. Children will explore characters, settings and magical objects, bringing them to life through their creativity, discussion and written codes. These experiences help to develop communication, literacy and problem-solving skills while nurturing a genuine love of stories.
Throughout the year, our inquiry questions will encourage children to investigate, wonder, create and explore. We will follow their interests, celebrate their ideas and allow their learning to take exciting and meaningful directions. Every child brings something special to our classroom, and we look forward to discovering where their imagination and curiosity will lead us.
Celebrating Success
At Dosbarth Wiwer, we love celebrating our children’s achievements both in and out of school. We believe that every success, big or small, deserves to be recognised and shared.
If your child has a special achievement, a “wow moment”, a certificate, medal, trophy, photograph or any other accomplishment they are proud of, we would love them to bring it into school to share with the class. These moments help build confidence, encourage pride in achievements and inspire others to celebrate their own successes.
We also hold a Celebration Assembly every Friday, where children have the opportunity to share their achievements with the wider school community. If your child would like to share an award, certificate, medal or trophy during assembly, they are welcome to bring it into school on a Friday.
We can’t wait to hear about and celebrate all of the wonderful things our children achieve throughout the year both inside and outside of school!
We are incredibly excited for the year ahead and cannot wait to share all of our adventures with you. I am truly looking forward to teaching your amazing children this year and, just as importantly, learning from them too. Together, we are going to make this a happy, successful and memorable year in Dosbarth Wiwer.