Foundation Stage (FS2)
Welcome to Foundation Stage (FS2); the team is made up of Miss Sidebottom, Miss Gamble, Mrs Grainger, Mrs Gregory, Mrs Cuckson, Miss McBlane, Mrs Skevington and Miss Yeoman.
We have 60 children split into two classes for registration and P.E. For the rest of the time we mix together in our large inside space made up of three rooms and our amazing outside area which is accessed through doors in the classroom. The children learn through a ‘free flow’, play based curriculum with a range of child initiated and adult-led activities taking place both inside and out.
By focusing on the three prime areas of learning we can ignite children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, building their capacity to learn, form relationships with both adults and peers and thrive in a caring, fun and happy environment.
Every week, the children are encouraged to complete four challenges to create their own rainbow! These are activities to promote independent skills and to ensure that the children are accessing all areas of continuous provision that is on offer.
The children have an on-line Tapestry Learning Journal which is used to record photos, observations and comments in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, to build up a record of your child’s experiences during their time with us. It is a wonderful way for parents to keep informed about their child’s learning instantly through email notifications.
Parents can add their own observations so we can gain an insight into their child’s interests and achievements outside of school, which can provoke some lovely discussions.
FS2 Team
Our School Day |
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| Foundation Stage | ||
| Gates Open - Morning starter activities in classroom | 08:40 | |
| Registration | 08:55 | |
| Morning Break | - | |
| Lunch | 11:45 - 13:00 | |
| Afternoon Break | 14:15 - 14:25 | |
| End of School Day |
15:20 |
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FS2 means Foundation Stage Two; KS1 means Key Stage One (Y1 and Y2); LKS2 means Lower Key Stage Two (Y3 and Y4); UKS2 means Upper Key Stage Two (Y5 and Y6)
Important Information for Starting School (Guides for Parents/Carers)
Please click on title to download information
A Guide to Parents/Carers for the Early Years Foundation Stage
What to expect in the Early Years Foundation Stage: a guide for parents
Managing Emotions and Behaviour
Parent/Carer Tips for Starting School
Top Tips for Children Starting School
Starting Reception Website - Useful Links
Letters - Key Information
FS2 Autumn Term Curriculum Letter 2025
FS2 Spring Term Curriculum Letter 2026
FS2 Summer Term Curriculum Letter 2026
FS2-KS1-LKS2-UKS2 Curriculum Overviews
FS2 Reading Record Guidance Spring 2026
Phonics for FS2 Parents/Carers
Reading at Markeaton Primary School
Teaching and Learning Policy September 2023
Reception Baseline Assessment Information 2025
The EYFS Profile a Guide for Parents and Carers
Personal Development - Activities to share with your child at home
FS2 Personal Development Letter
FS2 Personal Development Autumn
FS2 Personal Development Winter
FS2 Personal Development Spring
FS2 Personal Development Summer
Useful Reference Resources
*Alphabet Mat (lower and upper case letters)FS2 Emergent Writing
Help Your Nursery Child with Phonics
Unlocking Letters & Sounds Phase 1 Activities
* If you are unable to print these documents at home and require a copy, please speak to your child's class teacher.
Fun Learning Challenges
Please take photographs and/or add observations to Tapestry.
Please click on the titles to download information
Maths - 2D ShapesMaths - 3D ShapesMaths - Add and Subtract
Maths - Describing Everyday ObjectsMaths - Describing SizeMaths - Estimation
Maths Solving Problems - Doubling
Maths Solving Problems - Halving
Maths Solving Problems - Sharing
Please visit our Dates For Your Diary page for information regarding upcoming trips and activities for FS2



