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12/11/25

Year 1 have been having a great time engaging in a variety of activities during their P.E. sessions.

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11/11/25

Chestnut class has been revising SPaG and RPS topics, focusing on word classes. The children collaborated to sort words into categories: adjectives, nouns, verbs, adverbs, conjunctions, prepositions, pronouns, and determiners.

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11/11/25

Year 3 had the chance to embark on a nearby walk to explore Human and Physical Features. They thoroughly enjoyed strolling with their clipboards, jotting down their observations.

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04/11/25

The Elm class students enjoyed a P.E session with various climbing exercises. These activities enhance children's agility, strength, and physical fitness, while also promoting teamwork through mutual support and encouragement.

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04/11/25

Little Parndon offers a breakfast club from 7:45am to 8:40am, featuring breakfast options, games, sports, and dance. Book in advance via Parent Pay to enroll your child.

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03/11/25

Today we enjoyed a Halloween themed lunch - Monster burgers with spaghetti worms served with monster toe chips!!

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17/10/25

We wish everyone a wonderful two-week holiday during Half Term! Little Parndon Primary Academy will welcome students back on Monday 3rd November!

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17/10/25

Children in the Grove can attend weekly swimming classes at Freshwaters Primary School, where experienced instructors teach essential swimming techniques. This boosts children's confidence and physical fitness in a safe, supportive environment.

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16/10/25

The children in the Grove have thoroughly enjoyed themselves by engaging in playful activities with foam! Foam, often used in various recreational and educational settings, provides a soft and safe medium for children to express their imagination.

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16/10/25

Year 5 are learning how to approximate numbers to the nearest 100 in Maths. Mastering rounding, pupils develop greater number sense and become more adept at estimating results in everyday situations, such as estimating the total cost of groceries or predicting travel times!

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16/10/25

Reception children in Elm class joyfully explored Diwali, enjoying the creative process of making Rangoli designs. These patterns, made with colored powders, rice, or flower petals, are a key part of Diwali, symbolizing happiness and prosperity.

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16/10/25

Year 1 Rowan has been exploring Part Whole Models. Fantastic effort, Year 1!

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15/10/25

Year 4 students have been putting in great effort mastering their times tables on the iPads today!

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15/10/25

The young individuals at the Grove have enjoyed using their slicing skills with various fruits and vegetables. This practice enhances their knife-handling abilities and deepens their appreciation for the textures and flavors of different produce.

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13/10/25

Year 4 had the chance to engage in buddy reading with the Year 1 students. They all thoroughly enjoyed the experience of reading together!

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13/10/25

In the Elm Class, the children explored the concept of capacity. They were tasked with pairing the jugs to the appropriate water levels: full, empty, nearly empty, nearly full and half-full.

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13/10/25

Last Friday, Little Parndon welcomed M&M to present a performance titled Secret Garden as a special treat just before the Half Term break! The children had a fantastic time.

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13/10/25

On Friday, students from Years 5 and 6 took part in a dodgeball tournament at Mark Hall. They showcased the school with great pride and had a fantastic experience! Congratulations to everyone involved!

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09/10/25

This morning we welcomed Essex Fire Service who delivered an assembly on Halloween and Bonfire Night conveying some important safety tips. Such as staying with adults, looking for fire safe items to wear, appropriate houses to nock on as well as staying safe around fireworks.

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08/10/25

This term, Year 4 had the thrilling chance to explore Pets Corner, tying in with their Geography and Science studies.

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Early Reading - Phonics - Read Write Inc

At Little Parndon Primary Academy, we understand the crucial role that phonics plays in the development of reading and writing skills. To ensure our students have a strong foundation in literacy, we teach phonics from the children's first days with us through the highly effective Read Write Inc (RWI) scheme.

Read Write Inc (RWI) Scheme

The Read Write Inc (RWI) scheme is a comprehensive phonics program designed to teach children the essential skills of reading and writing. Through structured, consistent lessons and systematic instruction, children learn to recognise and produce the 44 phonemes (sounds) that form the basis of the English language. Our dedicated teachers provide consistent, high-quality instruction to ensure that every child makes excellent progress.

Phonics Screening Check (PSC)

By the end of Year 1, students are expected to complete the RWI scheme and are assessed through the statutory Phonics Screening Check (PSC). This check tests the children against 40 phonemes to determine if they have reached the "expected" standard. Achieving this milestone is a significant indicator of a child's ability to recognise and read sounds, laying the groundwork for future academic success.

Importance of Phonics

Phonics is the cornerstone of literacy. It equips children with the skills to decode words, improving their reading accuracy and fluency. As children become confident readers, their comprehension and enjoyment of reading naturally increase. This, in turn, supports their writing skills, as they learn to spell and construct sentences effectively. A strong foundation in phonics not only enhances academic performance across all subjects but also fosters a lifelong love of reading and learning.

Supporting Your Child’s Phonics Learning

We encourage parents and carers to support their child's phonics learning at home. Engaging in reading activities, practicing phonemes, and encouraging a love of books can significantly reinforce the skills taught in school. Our teachers are always available to provide guidance and resources to help you support your child’s phonics journey. In addition, you will be sent regular videos for you and your child to share together as they go through their phonics journey.

Finally, throughout the year we offer Phonics workshops for parents. These are announced through the newsletter and via ParentPay. If your child is undertaking phonics, we strongly recomend you attend these supportive workshops.

At Little Parndon Primary Academy, we are committed to ensuring that every child becomes a confident, capable reader and writer. Through the Read Write Inc scheme and our dedicated approach to teaching phonics, we aim to give all our students the best possible start in their literacy education.

You can find a helpful parent guide to RWI here: PARENT GUIDE

For more information about our phonics program or to discuss your child’s progress, please contact the school office. Together, we can ensure that every child achieves their full potential in reading and writing.

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