have ‘topic time’ each morning when they are able to talk about different topics in small groups. Your child will be able to go outside to play on the ‘big toys’ in all but the coldest and wettest of weathers. Snack time We offer a variety of different snacks each day, we ask for a weekly money donation to support this. The children are offered milk or water at each session. The children are encouraged to sit together in small groups while they eat and drink. We aim to use the opportunity as a social time and also to introduce the children to a range of different fruits. What about the year before school? Your child will be following the required Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum at St Barbara’s and we hope that your child will stay with us until they go to school. As your child gets older they will be encouraged to follow simple routines that will be expected of them when they start primary school. Your key worker will be aware of your child's strengths and needs and will ensure that your child continues to be stretched and motivated to learn, with particular focus on the six areas of learning How much feedback will I get about my child's progress? Communication is a two way process. We aim to always be available to discuss any concerns you may have. Each child will have their own learning journal, parents are able to look at these at any time. Alongside this we have a home link diary, used as communication between the pre-school and home. If you are concerned about issues regarding your child you should see their
have ‘topic time’ each morning when they are able to talk about different topics in small groups. Your child will be able to go outside to play on the ‘big toys’ in all but the coldest and wettest of weathers. Snack time We offer a variety of different snacks each day, we ask for a weekly money donation to support this. The children are offered milk or water at each session. The children are encouraged to sit together in small groups while they eat and drink. We aim to use the opportunity as a social time and also to introduce the children to a range of different fruits. What about the year before school? Your child will be following the required Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum at St Barbara’s and we hope that your child will stay with us until they go to school. As your child gets older they will be encouraged to follow simple routines that will be expected of them when they start primary school. Your key worker will be aware of your child's strengths and needs and will ensure that your child continues to be stretched and motivated to learn, with particular focus on the six areas of learning How much feedback will I get about my child's progress? Communication is a two way process. We aim to always be available to discuss any concerns you may have. Each child will have their own learning journal, parents are able to look at these at any time. Alongside this we have a home link diary, used as communication between the pre-school and home. If you are concerned about issues regarding your child you should see their
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