At Paxton this vital year builds on the solid foundation established in our Nursery, allowing children to develop a readiness to learn through play while making connections to the world around them.
Our child-led environment, provides a platform where children are encouraged to explore, question, and discover at their own pace. Throughout their time in Reception, children’s learning is fostered through opportunities which ignite their curiosity, builds resilience and instils a love for learning. With creative play opportunities and new experiences, children make meaningful connections, preparing them for the next stage of their learning.
Prime Areas
Communication and language
Physical development
Personal, social and emotional development
Specific Areas
Literacy
Mathematics
Understanding the world
Expressive arts and design
To find out what we are learning in Reception across the year click the link: Reception Yearly Overview 2025/2026
Click here to find out what we are learning about this term: Reception Curriculum Web Spring 2 (2026)
Reception Curriculum Web Spring 1 (2026)
Reception Curriculum Web Autumn 2 (2025)
Reception Curriculum Web Autumn 1 (2025)
