Pre School class page

Welcome to Pre School

Seedlings and Acorns Classes

Welcome to Elburton Preschool, where every child is valued, nurtured and encouraged to flourish. We provide a happy, caring and stimulating environment where children feel safe, confident and excited to learn. Through play, meaningful experiences and real-life opportunities, we develop curious, independent learners and effective communicators, building strong foundations for their future. We take time to listen to children, follow their ideas and interests, and create those special teachable moments that make learning meaningful. We work closely with our Reception team in the primary school to ensure a strong, supportive and seamless transition into school. Above all, we want every child to feel a strong sense of belonging, develop a love of learning and leave preschool happy, confident and ready for their next adventure.

Pre School learning Environment

Meet the Team

Our Pre School staff are highly experienced EYFS Practitioners with over 50 years of experience in working with and caring for our youngest children.

Mrs Vicky Gibson

EYFS Pre School Lead Practitionner HLTA

victoria.gibson@elburtonprimary.co.uk: Email

Mrs Naomi Opie

Deputy Pre School Lead and SEND assistant

Mrs Dani Brown

EYFS Practitioner

Mrs Marianne Miller

EYFS Practitioner, Meal Time assisstant and part of the cleaning team

Miss Lucy .

EYFS Apprentice

Mrs Taffeta Sammels

EYFS SENDco

taffeta.sammels@elburtonprimary.co.uk: Email

Keeping in Touch

We value strong partnerships between home and school and believe that regular communication supports your child's journey in school with us.

If you have any questions, concerns or infomration that may support your child whilst they are with us in school, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

How we communicate

Class Dojo is used to share learning experiences, class updates and reminders.

Important whole school information will be sent via email

Teachers can be contactd via dojo message, the email address above and also daily on the door rach morning and afternoon

Please contact the school office regarding absences, appointments or changes to collection arrangements.

We aim to respond to messages as promptly as possible during the school week, if the matter is urgentplease contact the school office directly.

Thank you for working in partnership with us. We greatly appreciate the support of our Reception families.

What does Pre School look like for my child?

At Elburton Preschool, we want your child to be excited about learning, curious about the world and confident in themselves. The children will become secure in their daily routine and will gain in confidence throughout the many different experiences provided for your child to learn and thrive.

Pre School Prospectus

Key information for Pre School

Long Term Overview

Our curriculum is rich in stories, songs, rhymes and conversations, helping children develop a love of language and build a growing vocabulary. We carefully introduce new words and concepts, giving children lots of opportunities to practise and use them through play. We place a strong focus on the Prime Areas of learning – Communication and Language, Physical Development, and Personal, Social and Emotional Development. By following children’s interests and building learning into everyday experiences, we help every child develop the skills, confidence and independence they need for Reception and beyond.