Starting school is a huge step in any child’s life whether they are used to full time Early years care, used to having a secure attachment with mainly one parent by having a stay at home environment for their early years, or if the child has been exposed to a preschool session structure. The importance of staff from both early years provisions and schools, but also parents working together to support the child to progress to their full potential, is key to ensuring children are mentally and emotionally prepared for the new journey ahead of them.
It is important that children and parents are given opportunities to familiarise themselves with the school environment so that they can start building relationships and understanding of what’s about to come. I am proud to say children from little learners have visited schools and teachers have visited us as well as home visits, our children seem to be very excited and well prepare for the school journey ahead of them.
Elm Park: St. Nicholas
Ilford: Axon Place