Class 1 (Early Years) at Spofforth

The teachers for Class 1 are Mrs Curtis and Mrs Lee.

A welcome message from your teachers

Hello, we’re the Early Years team. Mrs Curtis (Early Years Lead) and Mrs Lee, are your teacher’s, they both have three children of their own. Mrs Lee enjoys teaching PE and loves to keep fit and active, especially outdoors. Mrs Curtis is super creative and will love to see all your amazing artwork.

Mrs Greenwood is the Early Years General Teaching Assistant support and works Monday to Friday.

We have a wonderful Early Years classroom with lots of lovely toys and activities for you to enjoy. Our outdoor area is really big with things like a slide, climbing frame, mud pit and a scooter track!

We believe that young children learn best through curiosity, following their interests and learning through play. Our aim is to scaffold this and to create a stimulating environment where all children will build upon their first hand experiences and reach their full potential.

A question parents often ask is ‘How can I help my child prepare for starting school?’ Here are a few ideas that may help but our parents guide has more in depth suggestions.

You can help by spending time teaching your child the everyday tasks which aid independence, such as being able to dress and undress independently, to button and zip up clothes, to put their shoes on the correct feet and to use the toilet and manage their own personal hygiene.
It is also helpful for your child to understand the importance of being able to tidy up after themselves.
Sharing and taking turns is also something we would encourage and thinking about other children’s feelings.
To listen and carry out simple instructions and tasks.

These are just a few ideas that may be useful but don’t worry, ultimately our main priority is that your child comes into school feeling welcome, safe and happy.

Please find below a welcome letter to all our new Reception children starting in September from Mrs Lee and Mrs Curtis:

Spofforth Class 1- EYFS Welcome Letter

Questions for parents