Reception admissions arrangements - Starting school
We understand starting school for the first time can be an anxious time for parents and children and our aim is to provide a happy, caring and secure atmosphere which caters for the needs of all our children and helps them to settle quickly into school life.
We offer the following transition arrangements to ensure a smooth start to school for both you and your child and enables them to become familiar with the school building, classroom environment and the Reception staff prior to starting.
- Parent information session in school where you will have the opportunity to meet key members of the school team, including our Reception class teacher and be provided with information regarding the school day, school uniform, lunches, etc. and ask any questions you might have. You will also have the chance to look around school if you have not previously been able to do so.
- Children are then invited to join us for two induction sessions at school; one morning session with half of the class and another morning session with all members of the class. Parents are welcome to stay for as long as they would like to during the first session. Ideally, children will be able to be dropped off and left with school staff for the second session, but we understand that some children may not be quite ready for that and we will work with you to ensure that both parents and children feel comfortable.
- Story time sessions during the Summer term take place on a weekly basis on a specified afternoon which parents and children are welcome to drop-in if they are able to.
Please find below information that might be useful for your child's transition to school.
Telford & Wrekin Council | Starting School
