Pre-School

By this age children are developing their social skills and are able to make choices about the activity they would like to take part in and what they would like to learn next. Independence and problem solving skills are encouraged, from serving their own snack to solving friendship issues.

Our pre-school programme builds on the children’s knowledge and skill base, learning style, and interests. Through a rich variety of projects children investigate the fascinating world in which they live, which enhances the development of emerging knowledge and skills. A balance of child-initiated and adult-planned guided learning across key areas of learning are provided for throughout the day.

Like our toddlers, our pre-schoolers benefit from a ‘free flow’ environment where children can move between two large playrooms. Children have access to all the resources available across the top floor including, role play, books, mark making, fine motor, creative area, sand/water play, small world, ICT and music. Activities are planned based on children's interests and linked to the curriculum. Equipment is used in a way that is suitable for each child’s development at their age and according to their capability.

Purple Room

The purple room is split into two open sections allowing children to move freely with their interests. Children learn through play with a space for numbers and phonics, small world imaginative play, fine motor skill development and reading. The room also houses the construction area and many opportunities for role play, including a stage! 

White Room

The white room is connected to the purple room allowing for free flow access to creative and art activities. The room offers sand, water and sensory activities throughout the day and has a dedicated writing station. The furthest end of the  room has two benches used for activities, snacks and lunch.