Preschool & Reception

Children may join our Preschool from the age of three, beginning their educational journey in a supportive, child-led setting. Our skilled staff focus on the three prime areas of learning – communication and language, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional development. These are fostered through meaningful relationships, imaginative play, and hands on experiences.

Our approach ensures that every child progresses at their own pace. Learning is continually observed and documented, with progress shared regularly with parents. Through stories, songs, rhymes, and role play, children begin to develop their vocabulary, recognise colours and shapes, and explore their surroundings in a fun and engaging way.

We are accepting children from 2 years old and up.

Montessori Methods

We incorporate Montessori materials to enrich learning and support self-directed exploration. With a high teacher-to-child ratio, each child benefits from daily individual attention. Whether a child is ready to move ahead or needs extra support, our team is there to ensure they keep progressing confidently.

As children approach age four, they may transition into a more advanced nursery class, where they begin to explore literacy, writing, numeracy, fine motor skills, and global awareness through creative projects and structured play.

Laying Strong Foundations

We believe that a solid grounding in the basics is essential. Our highly effective phonics programme helps many children begin reading at an early age. Teachers ensure new concepts are introduced clearly and at an appropriate pace, using real-world examples, images, and materials to support understanding.

For more details on how we use this Study Technology throughout the School, please click here.