Our routine

play

Our usual morning begins with the children playing indoors.

The play is child-led, with experienced staff supporting the children’s learning through both their interactions and the resources provided.

Before they move on, we ask the children to 'put things back where they belong'.

snack

Around 10 o’clock, we gather for snack together in the end room. This is a sociable part of the morning, giving the children an opportunity to sit at a table and chat to their friends.

We will provide your child’s snack and drink - a portion of fresh or dried fruit and a carbohydrate - breadsticks, rice cakes, oatcakes etc plus a carton of milk (or a cup of water).

garden

Afterwards, we all go outside where, in addition to the opportunities for physical development provided by our sloping garden, climbing frame and tree swing, the children have free access to sand, mud and water along with books and resources to encourage mark making, role play and construction.

lunch

At the end of the morning, the children going home for lunch gather in the end room for their goodbye song.

Collection at 12 o’clock is from the end room door.

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For those who stay for a full day at Pre-school, eating together at lunchtime is an important time for learning about being with others and making choices.

The children sit at a table with their friends and we encourage them to unpack their lunch onto a plate/into a bowl and to use appropriate cutlery. We provide jugs of water and cups for the children to pour their own drinks.

Children attending the full-day sessions will need a packed lunch. We actively promote healthy eating and ask that the meal you provide for your child reflects this (please read our Lunchbox guidance).

play

garden

home

At the end of the day we gather for a story and goodbye song.

Collection at 3 o’clock is from the garden gate. If you arrange for someone else to collect, please email/text to ensure that your child leaves Pre-School safely.