At Ashwood Primary Foundation Unit, we celebrate learning through play. Our Foundation Unit is made up of F1 (ages 3-4) and F2 (ages 4-5). We also have a fantastic outdoor learning space that is available to both classes.

Our staff have carefully construct a curriculum that is ambitious and designed to give children the knowledge, self-belief and cultural capital they need to succeed in life. You can be assured that the curriculum is exceptionally well planned and sequenced, allowing all children to cumulatively build knowledge and skills to meet their full potential. We are passionate about supporting children to build on their previous knowledge so that they have can succeed in all of their learning.

Oracy

We ensure that children acquire a wide vocabulary. In our FS2 unit, you will see staff modelling vocabulary for children and supporting them to communicate effectively.

Phonics

This is supported through daily phonics sessions, which help our pupils become confident and fluent readers.

Our learning environment

Our newly renovated classroom environment supports our carefully sequenced curriculum to support pupil’s learning. We will also offer regular stay and play sessions and parent workshops where you can learn more about how to support your child at home.