Induction Day
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Induction Day is the process where we ‘introduce’ new children to school. The purpose of induction is to develop a relationship of trust with parents, and make the children familiar with the school. This supports the child’s settling-in process and ensures that parents feel they can approach staff at any time to discuss their child’s learning and development. Induction Day for FS2 was on Thursday 25th August, 2016. All FS2 teachers took this opportunity to warmly welcome each child to the Winchester family where we share a wonderful learning environment.
FS2 Orientation Day
Each year, at the start of the first term, we invite parents and guardians to a special Parent Orientation Day. The event provides opportunities that will help students make a good start, connect with academic, emotional and school support systems. Parent Orientation Day in FS2 was held on Thursday 1st September 2016 in the FS classrooms. At the Winchester our primary purpose is student education, development, and success. To help make this happen, we partner with parents to enhance our students’ educational experience and contribute to their success. As we know that parent support has a positive impact on student progress, we shared with them the weekly Home Learning, My Learning, What is the Early Years Foundation Stage? Consistent Parental Engagement etc. Parents gained a lot of information on teaching and learning in FS 2. Parents got a closer look of all the resources that will be used in classroom, reading of ORT Books and how to track the children with early learning goals.
Sewa Day
Sewa means ‘Service before self.’ The FS2 Team along with the children planned to carry out small acts of kindness without expectation on Tuesday 4th of October 2016. Our event for Sewa Day was dedicated to all who work in Winchester. The children organised various activities like painting, helping in the garden, making ‘’Thank You’ ’cards, and other beautiful craft items. The joy each of our small ones brought was beyond imagination. All that matters is that you are committed to doing a good deed on SEWA Day.
Global Dignity Day
Children learnt the importance of dignity where they understood the concept that everyone has the right to lead a dignified life. They made beautiful cards and sang songs for the staff in school to show their gratitude and appreciation for the work they do.
STEAM - Children teaching Parents.
Parents were invited for the STEAM day activities ‘’All about Bears’’. They got an opportunity to make meaningful connections involving research, critical thinking and integrated curriculum. It was an exciting, enthusiastic and enriching experience for all.
Peace Day
September 20th was celebrated as the Day of Peace in Winchester. Children were encouraged to work together toward peace thus enabling young people to get involved towards creating the next generation of peace makers
Road and Safety
To emphasise the importance of road safety various activities were organised by FS 2 to create and spread awareness on road safety. Children enacted how to stay smart and be safe by using the zebra crossing, traffic signals, no using mobile phones while driving, buckle up etc.
Dreams and Aspirations
‘When I grow up’ was the theme for Dreams and Aspirations day celebrated on Thursday 3rd November by Foundation Stage 2. Just looking around, the happy smiling faces spoke much about the professions they would choose when they grow up.
Flag Day
The 3rd of November is celebrated as the National Flag Day. Children were given information about the flag and how it has to be respected. The children were encouraged to sing the national anthem and colour the UAE Flag.
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Field Trip to Zabeel park
Children were all excited for the field trip. They had fun playing on the swing, slide, jungle- gym etc. They were thrilled to experience the joy of eating and socialising out in the open with their classmates.
Pyjama Party (Monkey puzzle)
It was our first Pyjama party for the year 2016-17. Parents and children enjoyed the story of ‘Monkey Puzzle’. Children came dressed in their cozy pyjamas with a soft toy tucked under their arm to enjoy the story. FS1 and 2 teachers enacted the story followed by the parents and children. The students and parents were really enthusiastic to take part and were thrilled to see the different characters enacted by the teachers. It was a fantastic evening.
WIN Entrepreneur Day (ORT DAY)
WIN Entrepreneurs linked to ORT Day- a new initiative organised by FS 2 was a huge success. Different ORT stories E.g. Making Faces, The Haircut, The Library, Fun fair, and Fun at the beach were enacted by the parents and children. The idea of organising and managing a small business through fun and exciting play was truly an enriching experience for our young ones.
D.E.A.R Time
Reading is a basic tool in living a good life. This year being the year of reading, D.E.A.R- (Drop Everything and Read) is a time regularly set aside in the classroom for both students and teachers to develop a love for reading.
UAE National Day Celebration
The 45th National day of UAE was celebrated on 29th November with much splendour. There was power point presentation by parents on UAE –past to present. The children, Parents and teachers wore their traditional clothes and walked through the FS corridor to show their love to UAE.
FS2 Sports Day
On Monday 5th November FS2 organised their sports day . It began with the colorful march past by the students followed by multi–skill based activities. There were a range of sporting games like- Flag race, balancing bean bags on racquets, dodge the ball and tunnel race. Students were really enthusiastic and excited to take part but most importantly they had Fun. The day culminated with the mums and dads participating in the ‘’Musical chairs.’’ Certificates were awarded to all children, reiterating ‘’ Each one is a winner.’’
Hygiene Hero Program
ICT Innovative Week
The innovative week strived to be the most eventful week. Children were encouraged and engaged to use the sizzling ICT tools. They enjoyed using I Pads, Active inspire on smart board. They learnt to create lovely presentations with support and also worked on different concepts of Math and Literacy.
WIN Sustainability Week
The children learnt how materials like paper, plastic, tin cans can be recycled and reused to create new objects. They enjoyed making paper bags, flower vases, growing and watering the plants. FS2 children also presented a PPT on ‘Saving the Earth’ to the students of the FS1.
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STEAM - ’ The Hungry Caterpillar’’
Children were very excited for the STEAM day activities on ‘The Hungry Caterpillar’’. They got an opportunity to make meaningful connections involving technology, critical thinking, creativity and integrated curriculum. It was an exciting, enthusiastic and enriching experience for all.
Fire drill
Term 2 fire drill went smoothly without any chaos, stampede or injury. It was 2nd practice for our FS. Therefore they were more careful while walking towards the designated area. Fs 2 Children were aware about the fire alarm and got themselves ready to walk and follow the teachers.
ORT DAY
Children were dressed up as different ORT characters. They were excited to visit the various stations where the ORT stories came alive. They enacted ORT stories like ‘The Library, Reds and Blues, The Big Box, The Street Fair etc.’ This activity further enhanced their confidence and communication skills.
Field Trip
Children were all excited for the field trip. They had fun playing on the swing, slide, jungle- gym etc. They were thrilled to experience the joy of eating and socialising out in the open with their classmates.
Happiness FS2
Happiness in Winchester is an ongoing process. To explain this further, the school held a special ‘Happiness Day’ to convey this message. It was organised on Thursday, 23rd March 2017. A series of activities were organised to provide opportunities that lead to positive emotions and feelings.The children made special cards for their friends, posters, and sang songs for the support staff.
Mufti Day ( Earth Day)
MUFTI DAY in Winchester was held on Thursday, 23rd March 2017. The children were encouraged to wear Earth colours (green, brown, blue). ‘Earth Day’ calls on to protect the environment, prevent pollution and take care of natural resources thus saving the planet.
Field Trip - Term 3 -Mattel Play Town
Children were all excited for the field trip. It was a fun filled day and the children had fun while learning in the different zones. The children returned back to school excited to share their knowledge and experience with their family and friends.
FS2 Graduation Ceremony
The Graduation Ceremony at the end of the academic year was organised in honour of the precious time spent in Foundation Stage. The children spoke about the things that make them happy. The song “Try Everything’’ conveyed a special message to each one.