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Our pre-school unit aims to prepare your child for the transition to full-time education. Skilled and experienced staff will guide the children through the "Foundation Stage Curriculum", with input from a qualified teacher from Birmingham City Council advising on planning, resources and effective delivery of the curriculum. |
"Staff have a good understanding of the Foundation Stage and are competent with its implementation." OfSTED Report April 2007. |
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"The Foundation Stage Curriculum" focuses on 6 areas of learning and development:
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All of the activities and resources within this unit have been planned and selected to best meet the care and educational needs of your child. Planning is devised on a short, medium and long-term basis, incorporating projects that your child will enjoy whilst encompassing all 6 areas of learning and development. |
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The pre-school unit is divided into 3 areas - 1 area specifically equipped for structured classroom based activities, 1 area specifically for free-play and choice-making and a separate bathroom. Children within the pre-school have access to a P.C with secure internet connection, providing an opportunity for information technology and communication development. Children have many opportunities within the planned day to carry out activities in our extensive outdoor area. |
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"Children are given frequent opportunities to exercise outdoors and full use is made of the garden..." OfSTED Report April 2007 |
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From the term after your child's 3rd Birthday, we are able to claim Nursery Education Funding for your child. Entitling you to 5 x 2.5 (two & half) hour sessions of free childcare and education every week (38 weeks per year). |
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