Ready for Reception

Each year, in the summer term, we coordinate 'Ready for Reception' sessions for parents joining us in September.  

Thank you to everyone who attended our School Readiness event, run by the Heath Visiting Team, in preparation for September!

Below are the PowerPoint presentation and handouts that were shared during the session. We hope these resources will be useful as you continue to support your child's transition into Nursery or Reception.

Whether you attended the event or were unable to join us, we hope you find these resources helpful.

Your child's journey to school starts at home

We understand that all children develop at their own pace, and that we’re all learning from birth. When it’s time to start school, some children will need more help than others.

There are key skills* that schools expect children to be learning before their first day. Practising these will make your child’s journey to Reception as positive as possible.

If your child is already at nursery, in pre-school, or with a childminder, those professionals will work with you and your child to help get them ready.

There’s lots you can do at home to build your child’s confidence and independence, helping them feel emotionally and practically prepared to start school.

You can download a copy of the latest publication by clicking on the image below!

For more information, please visit www.startingreception.co.uk