Class Teacher
Mrs Panesar
Teaching Assistant
Miss Nadia
Welcome to the Nursery page at The Rosary Catholic Primary School!
Here you will find updates about what we have been learning, ideas to support learning at home, and access to the online platforms we use. In Nursery, children begin their learning journey by exploring the world through play, stories, songs, and practical activities. We focus on building strong foundations in communication, early literacy, and number skills, while encouraging curiosity, creativity, and independence. Guided by our Catholic faith and values, we help every child to feel safe, happy, and confident as they start their time with us at The Rosary.
Nursery
Learning and Growing in Nursery
At The Rosary Catholic Primary School, we believe children learn best when their natural curiosity and love of exploring are fostered. In Nursery, we are a strong and caring team who value every child as unique. We build close relationships with families so that we can understand each child fully and work together to support their learning journey. Through careful observation and assessment, we create enabling environments that allow children to learn and practise skills in the way that best suits them.
Throughout the year, we provide a wide range of fun and exciting first-hand experiences to help children explore and develop their understanding of the world. These include celebrating festivals such as Diwali and Chinese New Year, planting and caring for our garden, and watching caterpillars transform into butterflies. Our creative teaching and learning philosophy ensures children explore the whole curriculum dynamically, using both indoor and outdoor spaces, their senses, and the Characteristics of Effective Learning.
Our Approach to Learning
We use a self-initiated learning approach which encourages children to:
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embed curriculum skills and knowledge
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challenge their learning
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collaborate and co-operate
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develop resilience and independence
This approach allows children opportunities to consolidate learning, problem solve, take risks, learn through play, and make their own decisions.
In all learning areas, children will find:
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carefully chosen fiction and non-fiction books
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a variety of resources to encourage independent choice
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real-life, practical resources where possible
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clearly defined spaces for focused learning
Our Inside Learning Environment
Our indoor environment provides rich opportunities for play and exploration, including:
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Small world play linked to curriculum topics
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Role play areas for imaginative themes, retelling stories, or exploring real-life experiences (e.g. garden shop, museum guide)
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Fine motor area to strengthen finger muscles, preparing children for writing
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Maths area for practical and playful exploration of number, shape, and pattern
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Writing area to practise early mark-making, drawing, and writing
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Creative area for expression through art, music, and a range of materials
Our Outside Learning Environment
We make full use of our outdoor space, where children can learn, play, and explore in many ways, including:
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Role play areas to retell stories or act out real-life experiences
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Physical opportunities such as large construction, assault courses, and group art projects
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Reading area for quiet enjoyment of books
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Sand area to explore textures, quantities, and imaginative play
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Mud kitchen for cooking, experimenting, and role play
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Stage for music, dance, and drama
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Garden area where children can plant, observe seasonal changes, and care for nature
Knowledge Organisers
